Cricket’s greatest icons are returning to the pitch. The World Championship of Legends (WCL) is back for Season 3, bringing the sport’s fiercest rivalries to the Middle East for the very first time.
Following two record-breaking seasons in the United Kingdom—with Season 2 drawing over 425 million global viewers—the T20 league is relocating to the UAE. Backed by luxury real estate developer BNW Developments as the Title Sponsor, the tournament is officially billed as the BNW Developments WCL.
Tournament Details
- Schedule: October 3–18, 2026
- Venues: Dubai and Sharjah
- Elite Roster: Chris Gayle, AB de Villiers, Yuvraj Singh, Shahid Afridi, Mohammad Hafeez, David Warner, Moeen Ali, and Mahmudullah Riyad.
Rekindling Historic Rivalries
This season reignites international cricket’s most storied matchups, headlined by the highly anticipated India Champions vs. Pakistan Champions clash. Fans can expect high-intensity, no-holds-barred cricket featuring Chris Gayle’s signature power hitting, AB de Villiers’ 360-degree strokeplay, and a classic showdown between Yuvraj Singh, Shahid Afridi, and Mohammad Hafeez.
Leadership Voices
Dr. (CA) Ankur Aggarwal, Chairman & Founder of BNW Developments, highlighted the synergy of the partnership:
“True legacy is defined by endurance. The athletes taking the field in the BNW Developments WCL represent the very values that anchor our brand: resilience, uncompromising precision, and performance of the highest calibre.”
Ajay Devgn, Co-Owner of WCL, added:
“With BNW coming on board for WCL 2026, we look forward to building a strong partnership and delivering an exciting tournament together.”
