The World Championship of Legends (WCL) is an international T20 tournament that reunites retired cricket icons and non-contracted players under their national colours. Founded by CEO Harshit Tomar and co-owned by Bollywood actor Ajay Devgn, the tournament debuted in 2024 at venues across England. Three seasons have been completed so far, with Season 3 ran from 03 October to 18 October 2026 and West Indies Champions emerged as champions.
So far, three completed seasons (2024, 2025 & 2026) have produced memorable finals, standout individual performances, and different champions each year. This page provides a complete season-wise winners list, along with key match results, records, and team performances to give a clear historical overview of the tournament.
WCL Winners & Runner-ups From 2024 To 2026
Here is a complete season-wise summary of all World Championship of Legends winners, runner-ups, and final results from the tournament so far.
| Season | Winner | Runner-up | Final Venue | Result |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 (Season 1) | India Champions | Pakistan Champions | Edgbaston, Birmingham | India won by 5 wickets |
| 2025 (Season 2) | South Africa Champions | Pakistan Champions | Edgbaston, Birmingham | South Africa won by 9 wickets |
| 2026 (Season 3) | West Indies Champions | England Champions | Sharjah Cricket Stadium | West Indies won by 9 wickets |
This table provides a quick historical snapshot of WCL champions across all editions, highlighting how the tournament has seen different winners in each completed season along with growing global competition.
Season 1 — WCL 2024
The inaugural season featured six teams India, Pakistan, England, Australia, South Africa, and West Indies. Pakistan beat West Indies in Semi-Final 1, while India defeated Australia in Semi-Final 2 to set up the title clash.
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Season | Season 1 (2024) |
| Winner | India Champions |
| Runner-up | Pakistan Champions |
| Final Venue | Edgbaston, Birmingham |
| Result | India won by 5 wickets (5 balls remaining) |
WCL 2024 Final – Match Summary
- Pakistan Champions posted 156/6 in 20 overs, with Shoaib Malik top-scoring with 41 off 36 balls.
- Anureet Singh was the standout bowler for India, finishing with figures of 3/43.
- Ambati Rayudu anchored the chase with a crucial 50 off 30 balls.
- Gurkeerat Singh Mann (34 off 22) and Yusuf Pathan (30 off 16) provided strong support in the middle order.
- India Champions reached 159/5 in 19.1 overs, with Rayudu named Player of the Match and Yusuf Pathan winning Player of the Series (221 runs).
Season 2 — WCL 2025
Season 2 ran from July 18 to August 2, 2025, with the same six teams competing across four venues in England.
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Season | Season 2 (2025) |
| Winner | South Africa Champions |
| Runner-up | Pakistan Champions |
| Final Venue | Edgbaston, Birmingham |
| Result | South Africa won by 9 wickets (19 balls remaining) |
WCL 2025 Final – Match Summary
- Pakistan Champions posted 195/5 in 20 overs, powered by Sharjeel Khan’s 76 off 44 balls.
- Wayne Parnell (2/32) and Hardus Viljoen (2/38) kept Pakistan in check with key breakthroughs.
- AB de Villiers dominated the chase with an unbeaten 120 off 60 balls, hitting 12 fours and 7 sixes.
- Jean-Paul Duminy supported strongly with an unbeaten 50 off 28 balls.
- South Africa Champions reached 197/1 in just 16.5 overs to win the final convincingly.
Season 3 – WCL 2026
Season 3 of WCL 2026 ran from 03 October to 18 October 2026. With Pakistan withdrawing from the leageue, only 6 teams were left in this season. Bangladesh Champions made their debut on WCL 2026. West Indies Champions emerged as the champion of season 3 and they achieved this feat by defeating England Champions by 9 wickets in the final.
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Season | 2026 (Season 3) |
| Winner | West Indies Champions |
| Runner-Up | England Champions |
| Final Venue | Sharjah Cricket Stadium, Sharjah |
| Result | West Indies Champions won by 9 wickets |
WCL 2026 Final – Match Summary
- England Champions posted 159/7 in 20 overs, powered by Moeen Ali’s 60 off 39 balls.
- Dwayne Bravo (3/21) and Carlos Braithwate (1/23) kept England in check with key breakthroughs.
- Lendl Simmons dominated the chase with 77 off 53 balls, hitting 8 fours and 3 sixes.
- Chadwick Walton supported strongly with an unbeaten 58 off 35 balls.
- West Indies Champions reached 165/1 in just 17 overs to win the final convincingly.
Most Successful Teams in WCL History
Here is a season-wise overview of the most successful teams in the World Championship of Legends, highlighting titles, performances, and key contributions across both completed editions.
| Team | Titles | Best Performance | Key Highlights |
|---|---|---|---|
| India Champions | 1 (Season 1, 2024) | Champions | Dominated inaugural season under Yuvraj Singh; Yusuf Pathan scored 221 runs and won Player of the Series; won final vs Pakistan |
| South Africa Champions | 1 (Season 2, 2025) | Champions | Led by AB de Villiers’ 429-run season; won final vs Pakistan with 120* in 16.5 overs chase |
| West Indies Champions | 1 (Season 3, 2026) | Champions | first 2 matches were lost but after that West Indies turned around their campaign and won season 3 by defeating England by 9 wickets in the final |
| Pakistan Champions | 0 | Runner-up (2024, 2025) | Only team to reach two finals; strong league performances but lost both finals to India and South Africa |
Conclusion: West Indies Champions Wins WCL 2026
The World Championship of Legends (WCL) has quickly built a strong legacy with two completed seasons, producing different champions each year and delivering high-intensity finals featuring some of cricket’s biggest retired stars. From India Champions lifting the inaugural title in 2024 to South Africa Champions dominating in 2025, the tournament has consistently showcased competitive cricket and standout individual performances.
As WCL continues to grow ahead of Season 3 in 2026, fans can expect even more excitement, new team additions, and memorable moments. This winners list will be updated after every season to reflect the latest champions, records, and tournament milestones.