WCL 2025 match 8 weather and pitch report: England Champions vs South Africa Champions

The eagerly awaited fixture of the World Championship of Legends (WCL) 2025 features the England Champions going head-to-head with the South Africa Champions in the United Kingdom. With legends back in the spotlight, fans are eager to see the action unfold—but attention turns to the weather, which is threatening to spoil what promises to be an entertaining start to the tournament! 

Match Details

• Fixture: England Champions vs South Africa Champions
• Date: July 24, 2025
• Time: 09:00 PM IST
• Venue: Grace Road, Leicester, United Kingdom
• Win % Batting first: 0%
• Win % Bowling first: 100%

Weather Report

• Temperature: about 13.4°C (mild and overcast)
• Precipitation: 25%—Low chance of rain
• Humidity: 75% - moderate
• Winds: Gentle breeze—little or no effect on the match

The forecast shows a weak chance of rain (25%), and there is no potential for interrupted play or a reduced fixture. While cloud cover and humidity may provide assistance to the bowlers, there would need to be a concern in the early stages of an innings. 

Pitch Report 

The Grace Road, Leicester, United Kingdom, pitch is considered to give a fair contest between bat and ball, though with some rain predicted, the balance may slightly favor the bowlers. 

• Pace bowlers could get some swing and bounce in the early overs.
• Batters must be careful before initiating their stroke play.
• Spinners may come into play in the latter overs as the pitch could slow, especially if the surface is damp from the rain.
• Field Dimensions: The medium boundary dimensions can ensure a fair contest for both batting and bowling. 

Also read: WCL 2025 live streaming details: Where and how to watch England Champions vs South Africa Champions match 8

Venue Records

• Highest Team Score: 184/8 (20 overs) by DUR vs LEIC.
• Lowest Team Score: 89/10 (15.3 overs) by DBS vs LEIC.
• Average 1st Innings Score: 171.