Cricket Prediction | IND Champions vs WI Champions | World Championship of Legends 2025 | 15th Match | July 29 – Who’s Hotter in the Last 5 Games?

IND-C vs WI-C Match Analysis

The 15th match of the World Championship of Legends will see India Champions take on West Indies Champions at Leicester on July 29, 2025. The game is scheduled for a late afternoon start, promising a thrilling contest under partly cloudy skies. 

India Champions’ squad strikes a perfect balance between experience and aggressive talent, captained by the dynamic Yuvraj Singh. Their batting line-up includes power hitters and crafty stroke players who can adapt to different situations. 

West Indies Champions are led by the formidable Chris Gayle, known for his explosive batting and vast match-winning experience. Their batting order has dangerous hitters capable of quickfire innings, making them a threat in any format. 

India Champions vs West Indies Champions Team Preview & Squads

India Champions

Yuvraj Singh leads the IND Champions with immense international experience and a calm demeanor under pressure. Known for his match-winning middle-order batting and handy left-arm spin, Yuvraj brings leadership that inspires the team to perform at their best. 

The batting depth of the IND Champions is solid, featuring aggressive players like Robin Uthappa and Ambati Rayudu who can stabilize or accelerate the innings. Suresh Raina and Gurkeerat Singh Mann add further strength in the middle order, capable of building partnerships or hitting big in the death overs. 

India’s bowling arsenal includes experienced spinners like Harbhajan Singh and handy all-rounders like Yusuf and Irfan Pathan. The pace department, led by Vinay Kumar and Anureet Singh, offers wicket-taking options with the ability to keep things tight. 

In the dramatic final of the Legends World Cup 2024, on July 13, 2024, in Birmingham, India Champions defeated Pakistan Champions by 5 wickets, to chase down a target of 157 runs. Reaching 159/5 in just 19.1 overs, India claimed the win with five balls still in hand. It was a close match and showed that the final of the Legends World Cup 2024 was both teams to cope under pressure. 

India Champions Squad

India Champions

Robin Uthappa (wk), Ambati Rayudu, Suresh Raina, Gurkeerat Singh Mann, Yuvraj Singh (c), Yusuf Pathan, Irfan Pathan, Harbhajan Singh, Vinay Kumar, Anureet Singh, Pawan Negi.

West Indies Champions

Chris Gayle captains the WI Champions with his signature aggressive style and vast experience in global T20 leagues. His leadership encourages freedom in batting while maintaining strategic discipline in bowling. Gayle’s presence is a constant threat to opponents and a motivating factor for his team.

The West Indies batting line-up is powerful, with destructive hitters like Kieron Pollard and Dwayne Smith complementing Gayle at the top. The middle order benefits from the calming influence and expertise of Lendl Simmons and Chadwick Walton. William Perkins adds flexibility with his quick scoring ability in the lower-middle overs.

West Indies boasts a varied bowling attack featuring pace bowlers like Sheldon Cottrell and spinners such as Ashley Nurse and Sulieman Benn. The bowling unit also includes experienced all-rounders like Dwayne Bravo who can break partnerships and control the game’s tempo. Dave Mohammed’s off-spin adds an important spin option.

On July 26, 2025, in the 11th match at Leeds, the West Indies Champions posted a below-par total of 151/7 against the Pakistan Champions. Pakistan comfortably chased the target with 49 runs to spare, ending at 200/4. 

West Indies Champions Squad

West Indies Champions

Chris Gayle (c), Dwayne Smith, Lendl Simmons, Chadwick Walton (wk), William Perkins, Dwayne Bravo, Ashley Nurse, Dave Mohammed, Kieron Pollard, Sulieman Benn, Sheldon Cottrell.

IND-C vs WI-C Outfield Report

Grace Road, Leicester

An even surface at Leicester should ensure a fair contest between bat and ball. First up, there may be seam movement that will test the batsmen, but it usually flattens out under the lights, and strokeplay will be possible. I think spinners will be in the game as the innings progress, so the middle overs will be important.

The weather in Leicester on match day is forecasted to be partly cloudy with mild temperatures around 22°C (72°F). Humidity levels will be moderate, and there is a low chance of rain interruptions. The conditions should be comfortable for players and fans alike.

Historically, scores at Leicester have ranged between 140 and 180 in T20 matches. Teams batting first have posted competitive totals around 170, while chasing sides have found it tricky but manageable to reach targets in the 150-160 range. The pitch tends to slow slightly after 12-15 overs, increasing the importance of a strong start.

India Champions vs West Indies Champions Head-to-Head Stats of Last 5 Matches

In their last five encounters, the India Champions have maintained a slight edge with 3 wins compared to the West Indies Champions’ 2. 

IND-C vs WI-C Prediction

According to cricket analysts India Champions have a 53% chance of Winning.

Remember, this cricket prediction is just the author’s own thoughts and study of the game. You should keep this in mind and make your own choices about what might happen.

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