World Championship of Legends 2026 | 09-Oct-2026 05:00 PM | Sharjah Cricket Stadium
AUSCH 209/5 (20)
SACH 210/2 (15.4)
South Africa Champions won by 8 wkts
| Batsman | R | B | 4s | 6s | SR |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jean-Paul Duminy* | 27 | 22 | 3 | 1 | 122.73 |
| AB de Villiers | 111 | 40 | 6 | 11 | 277.5 |
| Bowlers | O | M | R | W | ECO |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ben Hilfenhaus* | 3.4 | 0 | 47 | 0 | 12.82 |
| Ben Laughlin | 3 | 0 | 51 | 0 | 17 |
Last Wicket:Richard Levi c Burns b K Richardson 62(29) - 139/2 in 9.4 ov.
Australia Champions vs South Africa Champions
Australia Champions — Innings 1 (209/5 in 20 overs)
| Batsman | R | B | 4s | 6s | SR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| David Warner (c) c Phangiso b Imran Tahir | 48 | 37 | 5 | 2 | 129.73 | |
| Usman Khawaja c Sarel Erwee b de Lange | 9 | 8 | 0 | 1 | 112.5 | |
| D Arcy Short c van Wyk b Hardus Viljoen | 66 | 25 | 7 | 5 | 264 | |
| Joe Burns not out | 38 | 25 | 1 | 3 | 152 | |
| Ben Dunk (wk) c Duminy b Hardus Viljoen | 13 | 12 | 2 | 0 | 108.33 | |
| Callum Ferguson b Hardus Viljoen | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | |
| Jonathan Wells not out | 23 | 12 | 2 | 1 | 191.67 | |
| Extras | Byes: 5 | Wides: 7 | Total: 12 | |||||
| Total | 209 | 5 wkts, 20 overs | ||||
| Yet to Bat | Ben Laughlin, Kane Richardson, Ben Hilfenhaus, Fawad Ahmed | |||||
| Bowler | O | M | R | W | Econ |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Wayne Parnell | 4 | 0 | 38 | 0 | 9.5 |
| Hardus Viljoen | 4 | 0 | 29 | 3 | 7.2 |
| Marchant de Lange | 4 | 0 | 45 | 1 | 11.2 |
| Jean-Paul Duminy | 1 | 0 | 16 | 0 | 16 |
| Imran Tahir | 4 | 0 | 24 | 1 | 6 |
| Aaron Phangiso | 3 | 0 | 52 | 0 | 17.3 |
Partnerships
| Players | Runs | Balls |
|---|---|---|
| David Warner & Usman Khawaja | 26 | 19 |
| David Warner & D Arcy Short | 95 | 43 |
| David Warner & Burns | 14 | 18 |
| Ben Dunk & Burns | 33 | 19 |
| Callum Ferguson & Burns | 0 | 1 |
| Wells & Burns | 41 | 20 |
Wickets
| # | Batsman | Over | Score |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Usman Khawaja | 3.1 | 26 |
| 2 | D Arcy Short | 10.2 | 121 |
| 3 | David Warner | 13.2 | 135 |
| 4 | Ben Dunk | 16.3 | 168 |
| 5 | Callum Ferguson | 16.4 | 168 |
South Africa Champions — Innings 2 (210/2 in 15.4 overs)
| Batsman | R | B | 4s | 6s | SR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Richard Levi c Burns b Kane Richardson | 62 | 29 | 3 | 5 | 213.79 | |
| Faf du Plessis b Kane Richardson | 5 | 3 | 1 | 0 | 166.67 | |
| AB de Villiers (c) not out | 111 | 40 | 6 | 11 | 277.5 | |
| Jean-Paul Duminy not out | 27 | 22 | 3 | 1 | 122.73 | |
| Extras | LegByes: 2 | Wides: 3 | Total: 5 | |||||
| Total | 210 | 2 wkts, 15.4 overs | ||||
| Yet to Bat | Sarel Erwee, Morne van Wyk (wk), Wayne Parnell, Hardus Viljoen, Marchant de Lange, Imran Tahir, Aaron Phangiso | |||||
| Bowler | O | M | R | W | Econ |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ben Hilfenhaus | 3.4 | 0 | 47 | 0 | 12.8 |
| Kane Richardson | 3 | 0 | 26 | 2 | 8.7 |
| Ben Laughlin | 3 | 0 | 51 | 0 | 17 |
| Fawad Ahmed | 4 | 0 | 53 | 0 | 13.2 |
| D Arcy Short | 2 | 0 | 31 | 0 | 15.5 |
Partnerships
| Players | Runs | Balls |
|---|---|---|
| Levi & du Plessis | 12 | 9 |
| Levi & de Villiers | 127 | 49 |
| Duminy & de Villiers | 72 | 37 |
Wickets
| # | Batsman | Over | Score |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Faf du Plessis | 1.3 | 12 |
| 2 | Richard Levi | 9.4 | 139 |
Match Info
| Match | Australia Champions vs South Africa Champions |
|---|---|
| Series | World Championship of Legends 2026 |
| Time | 09-Oct-2026 05:00 PM |
| Venue | Sharjah Cricket Stadium Sharjah |
| Seating Capacity | 16000 |
| Live Telecast | FanCode |
Match Preview: Australia Champions vs South Africa Champions (AAC vs SA-C)
Australia Champions will face South Africa Champions in a thrilling match on 09-Oct-2026 in World Championship of Legends 2026. The match will be played at Sharjah Cricket Stadium at 05:00 PM. Cricket fans can watch the match live on FanCode.
Sharjah Cricket Stadium Pitch Report for AAC vs SA-C Match 9 Match
The pitch at Sharjah Cricket Stadium is traditionally considered a paradise for batsmen, featuring relatively short boundaries. It will be easy for star players to hit big shots at this venue, potentially leading to a high-scoring match. The team winning the toss might prefer to bowl first to capitalize on the impact of dew later in the game.
Sharjah Cricket Stadium Weather Report Today
Weather during the match time in Sharjah city, AE will be clean. The temperature is expected to around 31°C on the match day with 75% humidity and 9.0 km/h wind speed. And the visibility is 10 KM. There are no chances of precipitation during the game.
Match Overview
Australia Champions is known for its strong batting and bowling, while South Africa Champions remains competitive with its recent performances and emerging players. This match is crucial for both teams, as every win can strengthen their position in World Championship of Legends 2026.
The pitch at Sharjah Cricket Stadium is generally balanced for both batsmen and bowlers, making this match even more exciting. Australia Champions will look to dominate with its experience and strategy, while South Africa Champions will aim for an upset.
What to watch?
- The competition between Australia Champions batting and South Africa Champions bowling.
- The bowler's impact on the pitch, especially spinners or fast bowlers.
- The strategies of the two captains and their decisions during the game.
Cricket lovers, get ready for this exciting match! Will Australia Champions showcase its strengths, or will South Africa Champions pull off a major upset? Join us live on FanCode on 09-Oct-2026 to find out the answer!
