WCL 2025 Points Table: In a high-pressure do-or-die clash, the India Champions delivered a powerful performance to secure a semifinal spot in the World Championship of Legends (WCL) 2025. With elimination staring them in the face, Yuvraj Singh’s men chased down 145 in just 13.2 overs against West Indies Champions, not only clinching victory but also boosting their net run-rate to leap ahead in the points table.
Their reward? A much-anticipated semifinal showdown against arch-rivals Pakistan Champions this Thursday – a contest that promises fireworks both on and off the pitch.
From Brink of Exit to Semifinal Comeback
India’s campaign in the WCL 2025 had been anything but ideal. After a washed-out opening clash against Pakistan and three consecutive defeats to South Africa, Australia, and England, the defending champions found themselves at the bottom of the table with just a single point.
The only way to stay alive was to beat West Indies and do it quickly enough to surpass England and West Indies on net run-rate.
Mission Qualification: Chase in 14.1 Overs
The Indian bowlers rose to the occasion. Despite a lone fight from Kieron Pollard (74 off 43)*, the bowlers restricted West Indies to 144/9. Piyush Chawla led the charge with 3/18, while Stuart Binny and Varun Aaron chipped in with crucial wickets.
However, the challenge wasn’t over yet. India had to chase the target within 14.1 overs to stand any chance of qualifying. The pressure was real.
Binny, Yusuf & Yuvraj Lead India’s Charge
India’s top order crumbled early, with Robin Uthappa and Shikhar Dhawan departing inside the Powerplay. At 52/4 in the 8th over, the situation looked grim.
But then came the turnaround.
Stuart Binny smashed a 21-ball 50, injecting life into the innings.
Yuvraj Singh added a quickfire 21 off 11, keeping the momentum alive.
Yusuf Pathan, with a brutal 21 off just 7 balls*, finished things off in style by hitting a six in the 14th over.
Final Score: India – 147/5 in 13.2 overs
India vs Pakisthan: Clash of the Titans Awaits
This win not only kept India’s title defense alive but also set up the most thrilling clash of the tournament – a semifinal face-off against Pakistan Champions.
Interestingly, their league-stage match was cancelled due to diplomatic tensions and player withdrawals. That adds even more heat to an already fiery rivalry.
What’s Next?
- Semifinal Match: India Champions Vs Pakistan Champions
- Date: Thursday, July 31, 2025
- Venue: England (Exact venue TBD)
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WCL 2025 Points Table – Semifinal Line-up So Far:
- India Champions
- Pakistan Champions
- South Africa Champions
- Australia Champions (Expected)