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Business Recorder
4 days ago
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- Business Recorder
De Villiers' unbeaten blitz outclasses Pakistan in WCL final
AB de Villiers produced a masterclass in power-hitting with a blistering unbeaten century to power South Africa to a commanding nine-wicket win over Pakistan in the World Champions League (WCL) final at Edgbaston, England. South Africa clinched the WCL title in emphatic fashion on Saturday, comfortably chasing down Pakistan's 196-run target with nine wickets in hand, thanks largely to an explosive unbeaten century by AB de Villiers. The South African captain lit up Edgbaston with an electrifying knock of 120* off just 51 balls, laced with 12 fours and 7 towering sixes. His innings completely overshadowed Pakistan's efforts and left no doubt about the outcome by the halfway mark of the chase. PCB imposes 'blanket ban' on future participation in WCL Chasing 196, South Africa lost Hashim Amla early, who departed after a 14-ball 18, but from then on it was the de Villiers show. The veteran batter took on Pakistan's pace and spin alike, accelerating effortlessly through the innings and reaching his hundred in just 45 balls. Earlier, Pakistan posted 196/5 in their 20 overs after being asked to bat first. Opener Sharjeel Khan led the charge with a 76-run knock, smashing boundaries to put South Africa's bowlers under early pressure. He was well-supported by Umar Amin, who scored a brisk 36 off 19 deliveries. In the death overs, Asif Ali added valuable runs, scoring 28 off 15 balls to push Pakistan to what looked like a competitive total. The Men in Green added 61 runs in the final five overs. For South Africa, Wayne Parnell was the most successful bowler with 2 for 32, while Duanne Olivier and Hardus Viljoen chipped in with a wicket apiece. But de Villiers' brutal onslaught rendered Pakistan's bowling attack ineffective and ensured South Africa sealed the WCL title with more than three overs to spare.
News24
5 days ago
- Sport
- News24
Superhuman AB de Villiers powers SA to Legends glory
Former Proteas star batter AB de Villiers smashed a blistering century to power South Africa's 'champions' team to victory in the World Championship of Legends (WCL) final against Pakistan at Edgbaston on Saturday. De Villiers hammered a stunning unbeaten 120 off 60 balls as South Africa easily secured a nine-wicket victory to lift the title and pick up a winner's cheque of $200 000 (R3.6 million). South Africa legends have won the WCL 2025. AB de Villiers has won his first trophy by scoring 120*(60) in the finals. THE GREATEST.❤️😭 — . (@ABDszn17) August 2, 2025 Chasing 196 runs to win, South Africa got off to a sparkling start with the legendary opening par of De Villiers and Hashim Amla as they put on 72 runs. Amla was caught for 18 off Pakistan spinner Saeed Ajmal, but captain De Villiers shouldered the Proteas run-chase as he brought up his third century in his four matches at the tournament. De Villiers hit seven sixes and 12 boundaries to in his marvelous T20 ton as the 41-year-old led from the front to end as the competition's leading run scorer with 429 runs. READ | Markram backs 'X-factor' young guns to fly ahead of Proteas' tour Down Under De Villiers closed out the match with an unbroken 125-run partnership with JP Duminy, who hit the winning runs with a six and end on 50 not out off 28 balls. The Proteas suffered no further damage and eased to the target with 19 balls to spare and be crowned in Birmingham. Earlier on, Pakistan posted 195/5 after deciding to bat first thanks to a half-century by Sharjeel Khan, who scored 76 off 44 balls. Former Proteas bowlers Hardus Viljoen and Wayne Parnell claimed two wickets each, with Duanne Olivier (1/38) also chipping in. The South Africa 'champions' defeated Australia by one run in the semi-finals to progress to the final against Pakistan, who advanced to the final after India pulled out due to political reasons. Pakistan 195-5 in 20 (Sharjeel 76, Amin 36, Parnell 2/32, Viljoen 2/38) South Africa 197-1 in 16.5 (De Villiers 120*, Duminy 50*, Ajmal 1/32)
NDTV
22-07-2025
- Sport
- NDTV
India Champions vs South Africa Champions LIVE Score Updates, WCL 2025: Hashim Amla Rolls Back The Years, Makes Yuvraj Singh And Co Pay
India Champions vs South Africa Champions, WCL 2025 Live Updates: India Champions' World Championships of Legends (WCL) 2025 campaign is underway with a match against South Africa Champions. India Champions captain Yuvraj Singh won the toss and opted to bowl. Hashim Amla and Jacques Rudolph are opening for SAC. After the cancellation of the opening game against Pakistan Champions, India are aiming to have a winning start against South Africa. The likes of Yuvraj, Suresh Raina, Irfan Pathan, Yusuf Pathan and Ambati Rayudu form India's star-studded playing XI. Meanwhile, South Africa Champions beat West Indies Champions in a dramatic bowl-out in their opening encounter. (Live Scorecard) ! Sarel Erwee walks in next. 4.2 W Piyush Chawla to Hashim Amla OUT! TAKEN! Slightly short and on middle and leg, turns more away. Hashim Amla goes back to pull and hits it straight to deep square leg where Abhimanyu Mithun takes it. Good time for a wicket for India Champions as Amla was finding the gaps. 4.1 0 Piyush Chawla to Hashim Amla Piyush Chawla serves it full and around off, Amla drives it back to Chawla. ! Piyush Chawla to bowl now. 3.6 1 lb Abhimanyu Mithun to Hashim Amla A length ball, around off, comes with an angle. Amla step across and misses his flick, it rolls of the pads to square leg for a leg bye. 3.5 1 Abhimanyu Mithun to Jacques Rudolph Jacques Rudolph punches it through point for one run now. 3.4 4 Abhimanyu Mithun to Jacques Rudolph FOUR! Jacques Rudolph hits his first boundary! Too full and in the slot on off, Jacques Rudolph wrists it through mid-wicket for a boundary. 3.3 1 Abhimanyu Mithun to Hashim Amla Tad fuller and around off, nips in. Amla bunts it to square leg for a single. 3.2 4 Abhimanyu Mithun to Hashim Amla FOUR! Amla is dealing in boundaries! Clever once again! Length ball, outside off, Amla plays with an angled bat past short third man for four. 3.1 1 Abhimanyu Mithun to Jacques Rudolph Short in length and outside off, Jacques Rudolph cuts it to point for one. 2.6 4 Vinay Kumar to Hashim Amla FOUR! South Africa Champions have rolled in this over. 16 runs off it. Short in length and outside off, Amla plays the back foot punch through covers for a boundary. 2.5 1 Vinay Kumar to Jacques Rudolph A length ball on leg, Jacques Rudolph flicks it to deep mid-wicket for a single. 2.5 1 wd Vinay Kumar to Jacques Rudolph Wide! Bowls it well outside off, wided as Jacques Rudolph leaves it. 2.4 1 Vinay Kumar to Hashim Amla Drags his length back and bowls it on middle, Amla turns it to square leg for a single. 2.3 4 Vinay Kumar to Hashim Amla FOUR! Beautiful shot! Much more controlled! Too full and on middle, Amla uses his feet and lofts it over mid on for a boundary. 2.2 4 Vinay Kumar to Hashim Amla FOUR! This will give him confidence! Touch fuller and around off, Amla without any movement smokes it over mid on for a boundary. 2.1 1 Vinay Kumar to Jacques Rudolph A length ball, outside off, Jacques Rudolph knocks it to deep point for a single. 1.6 1 Abhimanyu Mithun to Jacques Rudolph Angles across a length ball, around off, Jacques Rudolph punches it square on the off side for one. 1.5 1 Abhimanyu Mithun to Hashim Amla Goes wide of the crease and bowls it on the pads, flicked to square leg for one. 1.4 2 Abhimanyu Mithun to Hashim Amla The nip backer, comes back in sharply. Amla is cut in half as he looks to punch but inside edges it to square leg fora couple of runs.
Time of India
21-07-2025
- Sport
- Time of India
No place for Sachin Tendulkar! Hashim Amla names Virat Kohli, AB de Villiers as all-time greats
FILE - South Africa's Hashim Amla plays a shot against Sri Lanka during their fourth one-day international cricket match in Pallekele, Sri Lanka, Wednesday, Aug. 8, 2018. (AP Photo/Eranga Jayawardena, File) Former South Africa batter Hashim Amla has named his all-time favourite cricketers, and surprisingly, he has overlooked legendary Indian cricketer Sachin Tendulkar. The 42-year-old is currently playing for the AB de Villiers-led South Africa Champions in the World Championship of Legends (WCL). Go Beyond The Boundary with our YouTube channel. SUBSCRIBE NOW! "There are so many over the years. Growing up, my three favourite players were Brian Lara, Steve Waugh, and Jacques Kallis, also being from South Africa," said Amla. Poll Do you think Amla should have included Sachin Tendulkar in his favorite cricketers list? Yes No "But also maybe three other names: you've got Virat (Kohli) in recent times, AB de Villiers, and I'd say one more old one — Sir Vivian Richards." Amla will be in action on Monday, when South Africa Legends lock horns with reigning champions India. This will be India's first match of the tournament after they forfeited their opening match against Pakistan. The match between India and Pakistan was called off after several former Indian players declined to participate, citing the recent terror attack in Pahalgam. India camp hit by more injuries, Playing XI TENSION before Manchester Test vs England The WCL organizers confirmed the cancellation of the fixture — scheduled to be played at Edgbaston in Birmingham — through an official statement. In the previous edition of the WCL, India Champions had emerged victorious against Pakistan in the final, successfully chasing down a target of 157 runs to claim the title with a five-wicket win. Catch Rani Rampal's inspiring story on Game On, Episode 4. Watch Here!
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21-07-2025
- Sport
- First Post
Hashim Amla snubs Sachin Tendulkar as he names 3 best batters of all time, only one Indian included
Former South Africa captain Hashim Amla surprised fans by leaving out Sachin Tendulkar while naming his three best batters of all time. Amla picked his list ahead of the India Champions clash in the World Championship of Legends in England. read more Hashim Amla leaves out Sachin Tendulkar from his list of all time best batters. Reuters Former South African captain Hashim Amla recently gave an interview where he named his three best batters of all time. Amla was asked this question on the sidelines of the ongoing World Championship of Legends in England. The 42-year-old is playing for AB de Villiers-led South Africa Champions. Amla scored 15 off 18 balls against the West Indies Champions on Saturday, July 19. His next match will be against the India Champions on Tuesday, July 22. Before the big game, Amla was asked to pick his three best batters of all time. While many expected him to include Indian legend Sachin Tendulkar, Amla surprised everyone by leaving him out. STORY CONTINUES BELOW THIS AD Also Read: Shahid Afridi questions Indian players after cancellation of India vs Pakistan match: 'Be good ambassador, not embarrassment' Amla's favourite batters of all time Amla said that while growing up, his favourite players were West Indies legend Brian Lara, former Australia captain Steve Waugh, and fellow South African Jacques Kallis, who is considered one of the greatest all-rounders of all time. Meanwhile, Amla also picked Virat Kohli, AB de Villiers, and West Indies great Sir Vivian Richards. 'There are so many over the years. Growing up my three favourite players were Brian Lara, Steve Waugh, and Jacques Kallis, also being from South Africa. But also maybe three other names: you've got Virat (Kohli) in recent times, AB de Villiers, and I'd say one more old one—Sir Vivian Richards." Hashim Amla reveals his top 3 batters at the World Championship of Legends… and drops a name he's got his eyes on! 👀#WCL2025 👉 IND Champions vs SA Champions | TUE, 22nd JULY, 9 PM | LIVE on Star Sports Network — Star Sports (@StarSportsIndia) July 20, 2025 Amla's snub of Tendulkar from the top three batters of all time has surprised Indian fans. Tendulkar, who is widely known as 'God of Cricket,' played for India from 1989 to 2013 and still holds records for the most runs and matches in both Tests and ODIs. However, Amla believes Kohli, ABD, and Richards are better than Tendulkar. STORY CONTINUES BELOW THIS AD Also Read: Team India suffers fresh injury setback as promising all-rounder has been ruled out of the England series: Report Amla himself had a remarkable career, scoring over 18,000 runs across formats for South Africa. Now, he is set to face the India Champions team led by former all-rounder Yuvraj Singh. The match is scheduled to take place at Northampton and will begin at 5:30 PM IST.
