WI-C vs SA-C Match Prediction : World Championship of Legends, 2025, 2nd Match

The second edition of the World Championship of Legends is set to get underway this week. The West Indies Champions will kick off their campaign on Saturday as they face the South Africa Champions at Edgbaston in Birmingham.

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West Indies Champions vs South Africa Champions Head-to-Head Record

The two teams have faced each other in just one match, which was won by the West Indies.

West Indies Champions vs South Africa Champions Live-streaming and Broadcast

This match can be watched live on the FanCode App and Star Sports Network.

Live scores, ball-by-ball commentary, and betting odds are available on ocbscores.com.

WI-C vs SA-C Team Previews

West Indies Champions

The West Indies Champions were rather inconsistent last season as they managed to win only two of the five matches they played during the group stages. They finished third on the table and were defeated by Pakistan in the semifinals. As the team begins a fresh campaign, the West Indies will look to make a positive start.

The West Indies has retained most of the players from the previous year. Chris Gayle and Dwayne Smith are likely to open the batting for the team in this match. Dwayne Smith was the leading run-scorer for the team last season, while Gayle is known to be one of the most explosive players in the T20 format.

The middle order is likely to be made up of Chadwick Walton, Lendl Simmons, as well as all-rounders like Kieron Pollard and Dwayne Bravo. Coming to the bowling, Fidel Edwards is likely to lead the attack with the new ball and could be joined by Sheldon Cottrell, while Ashley Nurse could be the specialist spinner.

West Indies Champions Expected Playing 11

Dwayne Smith, Chris Gayle (C), Kieron Pollard, Chadwick Walton (WK), Lendl Simmons, Dwayne Bravo, Ashley Nurse, Fidel Edwards, Sheldon Cottrell, Shannon Gabriel, Shivnarine Chanderpaul

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South Africa Champions

Just like the West Indies, South Africa also managed to win two of their five matches during the group stage. However, their NRR was worse compared to the West Indies, and they failed to make it to the knockouts.

AB de Villiers will lead a team that has some seasoned batsmen. De Villiers is likely to open the batting along with Hashim Amla, with JP Duminy, Dane Vilas, and JJ Smuts coming in the middle order. South Africa is also likely to include Richard Levi as well as all-rounders Chris Morris and Albie Morkel, who are also good bowlers.

South Africa has a pretty strong seam attack thanks to the presence of Wayne Parnell and Hardus Viljoen. With Imran Tahir currently occupied at the Global Super League, Aaron Phangiso could lead the spin department.

South Africa Champions Expected Playing 11

AB de Villiers (C), Hashim Amla, Dane Vilas (WK), JJ Smuts, Albie Morkel, JP Duminy, Chris Morris, Wayne Parnell, Aaron Phangiso, Hardus Viljoen, Richard Levi

WI-C vs SA-C Toss Prediction

It is an even split between teams batting first and teams batting second here in the last 10 matches. In 9 of those matches, the team winning the toss opted to field first, and we expect that trend to continue.

Pitch Report and Weather Conditions

The pitch at Birmingham is usually good to bat on. The surface is flat and hard, offering excellent pace and bounce. The ball comes nicely onto the bat, and the outfield is very quick too. The quicker bowlers can expect some movement with the new ball, but once the batsmen settle down, playing shots will get easier.

The team batting first will look to score at least 180-190 runs here. The weather is likely to remain overcast, and we may see some rain throughout the day.

WI-C vs SA-C: Who Will Win?

We are backing the West Indies to win this match. They have a strong batting line-up and a well-rounded bowling unit that has some experienced players. While South Africa has some quality individuals, they might find it difficult to perform well as a team.

Bet on the West Indies Champions to win this match.

WI-C vs SA-C win percentage stands at 52% in favor of WI-C.

Todays Match Prediction: West Indies Champions to Win.