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India Champions will face England Champions in a crucial 13th match of the World Championship of Legends 2025 at Headingley, Leeds, on July 27. The iconic Headingley ground will host this battle of legendary players, with both teams desperate for a turnaround after a disappointing start to their campaigns. India Champions, led by Yuvraj Singh and featuring star performers Shikhar Dhawan, Robin Uthappa, and Suresh Raina, are yet to win a completed match this season, while England Champions, captained by Eoin Morgan and bolstered by the likes of Moeen Ali, Ravi Bopara, and Alastair Cook, find themselves only marginally better off. Both teams suffered losses in their previous encounters and will be eager to finally get points on the board.
The significance of this clash cannot be overstated—both India Champions and England Champions are languishing at the bottom of the points table, and a win here is imperative to keep their semi-final hopes alive. In the WCL’s league format, just the top four sides progress to the semi-finals, making this game a near must-win for both. A defeat would almost certainly mean elimination for either side, given their poor run rates and lack of victories so far. Expect a hard-fought contest as both squads, stacked with T20 legends, fight not only for pride but also for a lifeline in the tournament.
IAC vs EDC Match Details
- Date and Time: July 27, 09:00 PM IST / 03:30 PM GMT / 04:30 PM local
- Venue: Headingley, Leeds
Headingley Pitch Report
The Headingley pitch in Leeds offers a well-rounded surface for T20 cricket. It delivers consistent bounce and true pace, giving batters a good opportunity to play freely from the start. Early on, seam bowlers can take advantage of moisture in the pitch to generate effective swing, particularly during the powerplay overs. As the match progresses, the wicket continues to play true, allowing batters to take control in the middle overs. Although spinners have a limited role, they must bowl strategically to make an impact. Overall, the pitch creates a dynamic balance between bat and ball, setting the stage for an exciting and fast-paced T20 contest.
IAC vs EDC Dream11 Prediction Picks
- Wicketkeepers: Robin Uthappa, Ambati Rayudu
- Batters: Suresh Raina, Ian Bell, Eoin Morgan, Shikhar Dhawan
- All-rounders: Yusuf Pathan, Irfan Pathan, Moeen Ali
- Bowler: Piyush Chawla, Stuart Meaker
IAC vs EDC Dream11 Prediction Captain and Vice Captain
- Choice 1: Robin Uthappa (c), Stuart Meaker (vc)
- Choice 2: Yusuf Pathan (c), Moeen Ali (vc)
IAC vs EDC Dream11 Prediction Backups
Stuart Binny, Abhimanyu Mithun, Sir Alastair Cook, Chris Tremlett
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IAC vs EDC Dream11 team for today’s match (July 27, 03:30 PM GMT)
Squads:
England Champions: Phil Mustard (wk), Ravi Bopara, Moeen Ali, Samit Patel, Eoin Morgan (c), Ian Bell, Tim Ambrose, Liam Plunkett, Ajmal Shahzad, Stuart Meaker, Dimitri Mascarenhas, Usman Afzaal, James Vince, Ryan Sidebottom, Sir Alastair Cook, Chris Tremlett
India Champions: Robin Uthappa (wk), Shikhar Dhawan, Ambati Rayudu, Suresh Raina, Yuvraj Singh (c), Yusuf Pathan, Irfan Pathan, Harbhajan Singh, Piyush Chawla, Vinay Kumar, Siddarth Kaul, Pawan Negi, Varun Aaron, Gurkeerat Singh Mann, Stuart Binny, Abhimanyu Mithun
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