A star-studded South Africa squad will compete at the World Championship of Legends, which starts at Edgbaston on Friday.
What is the WCL?
Approved by the ECB, the T20 tournament showcases retired and non-contracted players from Australia, England, India, Pakistan, South Africa and the West Indies.
Will the WCL be televised?
Yes, and it will be broadcast by SuperSport in South Africa.
South Africa squad
Hashim Amla
A classy top-order batsman, Amla is known for his elegant strokeplay and composure. His ability to build innings and anchor the top order makes him a pillar of strength in the WCL.
AB de Villiers
One of the most explosive and versatile batsmen in cricket history, AB DE Villiers brings his 360-degree batting prowess to WCL. His ability to dominate any bowling attack makes him a superstar of the tournament.
JP Duminy
A stylish left-handed all-rounder, Duminy offers balance with his fluent batting and handy off-spin. His experience and calm under pressure make him a valuable contributor in all facets of the WCL.
Chris Morris
A dynamic all-rounder, Morris’ express pace and big-hitting lower down the order make him a game-changer in WCL. His death-over bowling skills add an extra edge to his team.
Albie Morkel
A hard-hitting all-rounder, Morkel’s powerful finishing ability and medium-pace bowling make him a valuable asset in WCL. His experience in T20 leagues worldwide adds immense value to his team.
SJ Erwee
A stylish left-handed batsman, SJ Erwee’s ability to play long innings and anchor the game makes him a key top-order player in WCL. His composure under pressure adds value to his team.
Richard Levi
A powerful top-order batsman, Levi is known for his explosive hitting, especially in the powerplay. His aggressive batting style makes him a fan-favorite in WCL.
Duanne Olivier
Olivier’s ability to generate bounce and trouble batsmen with his aggressive bowling makes him a dangerous prospect in WCL. His raw pace is a huge advantage.
Wayne Parnell
A skillful left-arm pacer and a handy lower-order batsman, Parnell’s ability to swing the ball and contribute with the bat makes him a vital all-rounder in WCL.
Aaron Phangiso
A steady left-arm spinner, Phangiso brings control and subtle variation. His economical spells and ability to contain runs make him a reliable option in the middle overs of the WCL.
JJ Smuts
A dependable all-rounder, Smuts brings balance to any WCL side with his attacking batting at the top and handy spin bowling. His ability to accelerate the innings makes him a key player.
Imran Tahir
A world-class leg-spinner, Tahir’s wicket-taking ability and energetic celebrations will light up WCL. His vast experience and variations make him a key match-winner.
Morne van Wyk
A seasoned wicketkeeper-batsman, Morne van Wyk’s ability to provide quick starts at the top and his safe hands behind the stumps make him a vital part of any WCL squad.
Dane Vilas
A reliable wicketkeeper-batsman, Vilas brings stability to the middle order in WCL. His experience and sharp glovework behind the stumps make him a crucial member of his team.
Hardus Viljoen
A fierce fast bowler, Viljoen’s raw pace and aggressive bowling style make him a dangerous weapon in WCL. His ability to bowl hostile spells puts batsmen under pressure.
South Africa’s WCL fixtures
19 July: vs West Indies
22 July: vs India
24 July: vs England
25 July: vs Pakistan
27 July: vs Australia
All fixtures
