For a long time, fans around the world had hoped to see this moment. Finally, it happened. AB de Villiers’s WCL 2025 win gave him the international title he had long been chasing. And he didn’t just win it, he dominated.
Pakistan Champions vs South Africa Champions – 2025 Finals
| Teams | Score | Overs | Result |
| Pakistan Champions | 195/5 | 20 | Lose |
| South Africa Champions | 197/1 | 16.5 | Win |
The final of the World Championship of Legends (WCL) 2025 took place on August 2 at Edgbaston, Birmingham. To begin with, Pakistan Champions batted first and set a strong total of 195 for 5 in 20 overs. Sharjeel Khan led the charge with an impressive 76 runs off 44 balls.
Even with such a challenging goal, the South African Champions exuded confidence right from the beginning. Then came the masterclass. AB de Villiers stepped up and played one of the finest innings of his career. He scored a breathtaking 120 off 60 balls*, smashing 12 fours and 7 sixes. His timing, power, and shot selection were simply perfect.
Moreover, he found great support from Jean-Paul Duminy, who added an unbeaten 50 off 28 balls. They formed an impressive partnership, putting together 145 runs for the second wicket. As a result, South Africa chased down the total in just 16.5 overs, winning by 9 wickets with 19 balls remaining.
Throughout the tournament, AB was in top form. He finished as the highest run-scorer with 431 runs in 6 matches. Even more impressive, he hit three centuries, the most in the tournament. Naturally, he won several awards:
- Player of the Match
- Player of the Tournament
- Game Changer of the Final
- Master Blaster
- Most Valuable Player
Not surprisingly, cricket fans and former players were full of praise. Dale Steyn, his former teammate, even said, “AB is still better than most players in the IPL.” Social media lit up with memes, tributes, and fan reactions. One fun moment, in particular, went viral: Wayne Parnell recreating the famous “aura farming” meme while lifting the trophy.
At the same time, South Africa’s success was not only about AB. Other players also played key roles. Jean-Paul Duminy batted well in the final. Wayne Parnell led the bowling attack and ended the tournament as the joint-highest wicket-taker with 11 wickets, along with Australia’s Peter Siddle. Saeed Ajmal was the standout performer with the only five-wicket haul, while Rumman Raees impressed with the best economy rate of 5.30.
Interestingly, the final celebration had a surprise twist. During the post-match ceremony, WCL owner Harshit Tomar surprised everyone by proposing to presenter Karishma Kotak live on air, creating a truly unforgettable moment for the event.
Looking back, this win meant everything to AB de Villiers. For years, he came close to major trophies with the South African national team but always fell short. This time, he didn’t miss his chance. He led from the front and finished what he started.
In conclusion, AB de Villiers’s WCL 2025 win is a story of skill, passion, and never giving up. He not only scored runs he also created a moment that cricket fans will cherish forever. Now, he walks away from the game not just as a legend, but as a true champion.
