Australia Champions will take on West Indies Champions in the second semi-final of the World Championship of Legends (WCL) 2026 at the Sharjah Cricket Stadium on Friday, October 16. Both teams will be aiming to secure a place in the final after progressing from the league stage.
Australia Champions finished second in the points table, winning three of their five matches and losing two. They will look to build on their performances in the league stage and produce a strong all-round display in the knockout fixture. With experienced batters and a capable bowling attack, Australia will be keen to handle the pressure of a semi-final.
West Indies Champions also won three of their five league-stage matches to finish third in the standings. The Caribbean side will rely on its explosive batting lineup and experienced campaigners to challenge Australia.
AUS C vs WI C: Match Details
| Match | Australia Champions vs West Indies Champions, Semifinal 2, World Championship of Legends 2026 |
| Date and Time (IST) | Friday, October 16, 9:00 PM (IST) |
| Venue | Sharjah Cricket Stadium, Sharjah |
| Broadcast and Live Streaming | Star Sports Network Channels and FanCode (App & Website) |
Sharjah Cricket Stadium, Sharjah: Pitch Report
The pitch at the Sharjah Cricket Stadium is generally favourable for batters, with relatively short boundaries allowing aggressive stroke-makers to score quickly. Batters who settle in can capitalise on the conditions, while bowlers will need to rely on variations in pace, changes of length, and accurate execution to contain the opposition.
AUS C vs WI C: Head-to-Head T20I Record
| Matches Played | 03 |
| Won by AUS C | 03 |
| Won by WI C | 00 |
| First-Ever Fixture | July 10, 2024 |
| Most Recent Fixture | October 11, 2026 |
AUS C vs WI C: Predicted Playing 11s
Australia Champions
David Warner(c), Usman Khawaja, D Arcy Short, Joe Burns, Callum Ferguson, Ben Dunk(w), Jonathan Wells, Ben Laughlin, Kane Richardson, Ben Hilfenhaus, Fawad Ahmed
West Indies Champions
Chris Gayle(c), Lendl Simmons, Chadwick Walton(w), Jermaine Blackwood, Raymon Reifer, Carlos Brathwaite, Dwayne Bravo, Rayad Emrit, Sheldon Cottrell, Fidel Edwards, Sulieman Benn
AUS C vs WI C: Probable Best Performers of the Match
Probable Best Batter: D'Arcy Short
D'Arcy Short could be a key batter for Australia Champions in the semi-final. He has scored 225 runs in five matches at an impressive strike rate of 234.38, including 16 fours and 22 sixes. His ability to score quickly and clear the boundaries consistently could help Australia establish a strong platform against West Indies Champions.
Probable Best Bowler: Ben Hilfenhaus
Ben Hilfenhaus could be one to watch for Australia Champions. He has picked up eight wickets in five matches, conceding runs at an average of 19.13. His ability to strike at important moments could be crucial against a West Indies batting lineup known for its aggressive approach.
