The World Championship of Legends 2025 will witness a high-stakes showdown as South Africa Champions (SA C) take on Pakistan Champions (PAK C) in Match. No. 9 on Friday, July 25, at Grace Road, Leicester.South Africa Champions currently top the points table with three wins from three matches. They come into the fixture with strong momentum, having recently thrashed England Champions, thanks to a scintillating unbeaten century from AB de Villiers (116* off 51 balls). The Proteas will be keen to extend their winning streak and secure qualification to the next stage of the tournament.On the other hand, Pakistan Champions sit third in the standings with three points. They began their campaign with a victory, while their second match against India Champions was abandoned, resulting in shared points. A win against the table-toppers would significantly boost their chances of advancing and bring them right back into contention.Also Check:WCL 2025 ScheduleSA C vs PAK C Match Details
Pitch ReportThe pitch at Grace Road, Leicester, has been favorable for batters, offering good bounce and pace. Teams that spend time at the crease can accelerate their scoring efficiently as the innings progresses. Bowlers will need to maintain tight lines and lengths to have any impact, anything loose is likely to be punished.Also Check:PNC vs SAC, Match 9 – Live Cricket ScoresSA C vs PAK C Head-to-Head Record
SAC vs PNC Predicted Playing XISouth Africa Champions:Jacques Rudolph, Sarel Erwee, AB de Villiers (c), Jean-Paul Duminy, JJ Smuts, Morne van Wyk (wk), Wayne Parnell, Chris Morris, Hardus Viljoen, Duanne Olivier, Imran TahirPakistan Champions:Mohammad Hafeez (c), Kamran Akmal (wk), Shoaib Malik, Sharjeel Khan, Asif Ali, Umar Amin, Aamer Yamin, Wahab Riaz, Sohail Khan, Sohail Tanvir, Rumman RaeesAlso Check:WCL 2025 SquadsProbable Best Performers of the MatchProbable Best Batter: AB de VilliersSouth Africa Champions skipper AB de Villiers could be the key batter in this crucial clash. He has been in sensational form, scoring 182 runs in just three matches at an explosive strike rate of 214.12. His ability to attack from the very first ball puts the opposition under immediate pressure, and his aggressive intent at the top will be vital for South Africa’s dominance in the tournament.Also Check:Most Runs in WCL 2025Probable Best Bowler: Rumman RaeesThe left-arm pacer Rumman Raees could be a crucial figure for Pakistan Champions in this encounter. He delivered a tight four-over spell in the opening match, conceding just 14 runs and applying pressure on the opposition. His ability to maintain control and bowl economically in key phases will be vital in restricting South Africa’s powerful batting lineup.Also Check:Most Wickets in WCL 2025Today’s Match Prediction: South Africa Champions to win the match
