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England Champions have officially announced their formidable T20 squad for the upcoming World Championship of Legends (WCL). Set to electrify fans from July 18 to August 2, 2025, this highly anticipated tournament will once again bring together legendary former international cricketers in a thrilling T20 format. At the helm, guiding a blend of seasoned campaigners and explosive talents, will be none other than England’s World Cup-winning captain, Eoin Morgan, whose strategic acumen and aggressive batting are expected to be pivotal.
WCL Season 2: What to expect?
The World Championship of Legends Season 2 is structured to deliver maximum entertainment. Six formidable teams – India Champions, Pakistan Champions, West Indies Champions, South Africa Champions, Australia Champions, and England Champions – will battle it out. The tournament kicks off with a round-robin league stage, where each team will face every other team once. This format guarantees a minimum of five matches for each side, allowing for rivalries to rekindle and new ones to emerge.
Following the league stage, the top four teams in the standings will advance to the semi-finals. These knockout matches will see the 1st-placed team take on the 4th, and the 2nd-placed team challenge the 3rd, setting the stage for thrilling contests where only the best will survive. The winners of the semi-finals will then clash in the grand final, vying for the coveted WCL Season 2 title.
England Champions’ squad for WLC 2025: A blend of experience and power
Morgan’s leadership is undoubtedly the cornerstone of this England Champions squad. Known for his revolutionary approach to white-ball cricket, Morgan’s presence as captain will be crucial in navigating the high-stakes environment of the WCL. His ability to inspire and make decisive calls under pressure will be a major asset.
The batting lineup boasts immense depth and experience. Alongside Morgan, the inclusion of Alastair Cook and Ian Bell provides a touch of classical elegance and rock-solid technique, offering stability at the top of the order. While primarily known for their Test prowess, their adaptability and vast experience will be invaluable in the T20 format. Moeen Ali, a dynamic all-rounder, brings explosive hitting and crafty off-spin, making him a critical component of the team’s balance. Ravi Bopara and Samit Patel further bolster the all-round department, offering powerful hitting, medium-pace bowling, and left-arm spin respectively, ensuring multiple options for Morgan.
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The wicket-keeping duties will likely fall to Phil Mustard or Tim Ambrose, both known for their brisk scoring and reliable glovework behind the stumps. On the bowling front, the pace attack features the likes of Liam Plunkett, whose hit-the-deck style and crucial breakthroughs were a hallmark of England’s recent white-ball success. Chris Tremlett and Ryan Sidebottom add raw pace and swing, while Ajmal Shahzad and Stuart Meaker provide additional seam options. Dimitri Mascarenhas, a pioneer of T20 cricket and a former England all-rounder, will bring his vast experience and cunning variations to the bowling attack, alongside his powerful lower-order batting. Usman Afzaal rounds out the squad, adding another versatile option. This diverse bowling unit, capable of both raw pace and subtle variations, will be key to restricting opposition batsmen on what are expected to be lively pitches.
Complete squad: Eoin Morgan, Moeen Ali, Sir Alastair Cook, Ian Bell, Ravi Bopara, Samit Patel, Liam Plunkett, Chris Tremlett, Ajmal Shahzad, Dimitri Mascarenhas, Phil Mustard, Tim Ambrose, Ryan Sidebottom, Stuart Meaker, Usman Afzaal
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