World Championship of Legends Season 3 set for October 2026, seven teams to battle for title
New Delhi, May 28
The World Championship of Legends is set to return for its third season in October 2026, with organisers promising another high-profile edition featuring some of the biggest names in world cricket.
After two successful seasons, the tournament, widely recognised as the Legends World Cup, will once again bring together former international stars and active players involved in franchise cricket across the globe, according to a press release.
Season 3 will feature seven teams -- India Champions, Pakistan Champions, England Champions, Australia Champions, South Africa Champions, West Indies Champions and Bangladesh Champions.
The league has built a reputation for assembling a strong player pool that includes legendary cricketers as well as active players who continue to compete in T20 leagues worldwide and are not centrally contracted with their national boards.
Organisers believe the presence of such players has significantly raised the competitiveness and entertainment value of the tournament.
Harshit Tomar, Founder & CEO, World Championship of Legends, said, "When we launched WCL, our vision was to give fans a tournament that goes beyond cricket -- a celebration of the icons who shaped the game. In just two seasons, WCL has grown into a cricket phenomenon, with fans eagerly waiting all year long for the tournament, and Season 3 is going to take that legacy to an entirely new level."
The tournament has steadily gained popularity among cricket fans for reviving iconic rivalries and providing an opportunity to watch celebrated players return to the field in a competitive format.
Ajay Devgn, Co-Owner, World Championship of Legends, said, "WCL is more than just a cricket league - it is emotion, nostalgia and entertainment coming together on one platform. Looking forward to Season 3, it's going to be our boldest season yet."
Further details regarding squads, fixtures, venues and broadcast partners are expected to be announced through WCL's official channels in the coming months.
The organisers said the new season would continue to build on the legacy established over the first two editions as the legends prepare to return to action this October.
— ANI
Reader Comments
Honestly, I hope they focus on actual legends and not just active players. Last season had too many current franchise players and not enough retired greats. Bring back the nostalgia factor properly! 😊
Seven teams is good but I wish they included Sri Lanka Champions too. Their legends like Muralitharan, Jayawardene and Sangakkara would have made this even more special. Still, India vs Australia and India vs West Indies will be blockbusters!
Good news for cricket fans. But I hope the organisers ensure the matches are held in venues where fans can actually afford tickets and not just corporate boxes. The legends deserve full stadiums cheering for them! Third season should be the best one yet. 🇮🇳
This is what cricket is all about - bringing generations together! My dad and I watch these matches together and it's such a special bonding moment. Can't wait to see the squads announced! Who else wants to see Dhoni hit some sixes?
Good move by the organisers. But I hope they focus on competitive cricket and not just making it a tamasha or entertainment circus. The legends still have plenty of cricket left in them and the rivalries are real! India vs Pakistan - that's the real deal!
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