Cricket fans were treated to a rare and exhilarating finish at Edgbaston, Birmingham, as the World Championship of Legends 2025 clash between West Indies Champions and South Africa Champions ended in dramatic fashion.
After a thrilling tie, the match was decided by a bowl-out — a throwback to cricket’s past and a spectacle rarely seen in the modern game.Held on July 19, the rain-affected encounter had everything: drama, nostalgia, and high tension.
Persistent showers delayed the start and forced the game to be shortened to 11 overs per side. The West Indies Champions, batting first, managed a gritty total of 79 runs. Lendl Simmons top-scored with 28, while Chadwick Walton contributed 27.
For South Africa, Aaron Phangiso stood out with the ball, taking 2 for 12 in his allotted two overs.In response, the South Africa Champions stumbled early, losing Richard Levi and captain AB de Villiers with just 8 runs on the board.
Sheldon Cottrell claimed both wickets, igniting the crowd with his trademark salute celebration. However, Sarel Erwee and JP Duminy steadied the chase with a composed partnership, bringing the Proteas to the brink of victory.
With just two runs needed from the final three deliveries, the match was poised for a dramatic finish — and it delivered. South Africa couldn’t get over the line, and the game ended in a gripping tie.Instead of a Super Over, organizers opted for a bowl-out to decide the winner — a rarity in the modern era that evoked memories of cricket’s earlier days.
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The unexpected conclusion added an extra layer of excitement, making it a match to remember for fans and players alike.