- July 20, 2025
Now that we are in the year 2025, can nostalgia return, this time with hands padded up, and bat materialized, and ready to roll off some serious overs? The World Championship of Legends (WCL) is more than another cricket tournament; it is a reunion of some of the biggest names in cricket who led us to fall in love with the game. For those ball-by-ball followers and spectators who treasure anything India in cricket, there might be no reason not to tune in because India Champions have now more than one,2,3, but 5 now players who are now legends from the now-steeped in history squad that won India’s 2011 World Cup trophy.
Yuvraj Singh: The Evergreen Maverick of Indian Cricket
If you ever thought Yuvraj Singh was done playing cricket (after he announced his retirement in 2019), think again! The swagger is back! Remember in 2011 when Yuvi was diagnosed with cancer, and he was still able to hit 6s and take wickets? It’s like that fire got even stronger, and sharper, like a blade that has sharpened over time.
With Yuvraj at the helm, the India Champions don’t walk onto the field — they stride in like a storm rehearsed by a veteran. With a sense of nostalgia for fans, they feel compelled to watch him because he still possesses the game. His timing, his effortless left-handed tumbles and slide, and his ability to break partnerships with the ball can only jog the memories of why he was Player of the Tournament in 2011.
Pathan, Raina, Chawla: The Supporting Cast That Still Shines
What is a blockbuster without a good supporting cast? Along with Yuvi, India Champions have the firepower of Yusuf Pathan, Suresh Raina, and Piyush Chawla — all three played their part in the 2011 World Cup fairytale.
Yusuf Pathan may have quiet World Cup stats, but his game-changer reputation is famous. His bat still packs a punch, and though the years may have slowed him a bit, toss him a loose ball and he’ll dispatch it beyond the ropes without breaking a sweat.
Especially lest we forget Piyush Chawla, the crafty leggie who just completed the (second) retirement this time to retire flexibly in June 2025. Leg-spinners are like cheese — older and older they get, and the harder it is to get past them. He may not bowl with the pace he used to; however, his variations and guile are still sufficient to fool batters who have only seen him bowl on YouTube.
Harbhajan Singh: The Timeless Turbanator Still Spinning Magic
Completing the squad is none other than Harbhajan Singh, fondly known as the Turbanator. Although Harbhajan retired back in 2021, it is clear that Bhajji’s love of cricket has never retired. Harbhajan licking the ball to fight it, smashing the dreams of batters, and relishing in the celebrations is just such a joy to watch.
In this time of flat batting pitches and remarkably high scoring, Harbhajan remains a valuable asset with his skill in pitch and batter reading. His impact as a bowler is not solely about taking wickets. His true presence is creating an environment, bringing a team together, and teaching younger players (and fans!) how to classical off-spin.
The India Champions’ squad for WCL 2025 holds so much more than nostalgia; it is a vivid recollection that legends may fade away from the international scene, but the desire to compete is not lost. Seeing Yuvraj, Raina, Pathan, Chawla, and Harbhajan back in the browser is like meeting an old friend again; it feels so comfortable, exciting, and full of new memories.
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