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Afridi, Yuvraj, Gayle, Pietersen to feature in The World Championship of Legends

Scheduled to kick off on July 3rd, 2024, at the esteemed Edgbaston venue in the United Kingdom, the WCL promises an electrifying start

Afridi, Yuvraj, Gayle, Pietersen to feature in The World Championship of Legends PHOTO: AFP

The upcoming World Championship of Legends (WCL) will witness renowned cricket icons like Shahid Afridi, Yuvraj Singh, Chris Gayle, and Kevin Pietersen competing in a thrilling country versus country format.

Scheduled to kick off on July 3rd, 2024, at the esteemed Edgbaston venue in the United Kingdom, the WCL promises an electrifying start. The tournament's opening match will feature England facing India, while Australia will lock horns with Pakistan in an exhilarating showdown.

One of the most awaited clashes of the tournament is slated for July 6th, as arch-rivals India and Pakistan go head-to-head in a battle that's sure to captivate cricket fans worldwide. The excitement continues to mount with intriguing matchups such as India versus Australia on July 8th and Pakistan on July 9th.

As the tournament progresses, anticipation peaks with the semi-finals scheduled for July 12th, where the top contenders vie for a coveted spot in the finals. The culmination of this gripping cricketing spectacle is set for July 13th, promising an unforgettable finale that will leave a lasting impression on fans and players alike.

Schedule (All matches at Edgbaston):
Wednesday 3 July: ENG V IND and AUS V PAK
Thursday 4 July: SA V ENG and PAK V WI
Friday 5 July: AUS V SA and IND V WI
Saturday 6 July: ENG V AUS and IND V PAK
Sunday 7 July: SA V WI and ENG V PAK
Monday 8 July: IND V AUS    
Tuesday 9 July: WI V ENG and SA V PAK
Wednesday 10 July: WI V AUS and IND V SA
Friday 12 July: SF2 V SF3 and SF1 V SF4
Saturday 13 July: Final