De Villiers Dominates WCL Final as Off-Field Proposal Sparks Social Frenzy
AB de Villiers’ masterful century crowned South Africa Champions as WCL victors. Yet, league owner Harshit Tomar’s surprise on-air proposal to Karishma Kotak stole headlines and ignited online buzz.
The World Championship of Legends wrapped up in sensational fashion as the South Africa Champions triumphed over the Pakistan Champions in the final, propelled by AB de Villiers’ electrifying century. His explosive 120* off just 60 balls turned the stadium into a reverberating arena of admiration, earning the Proteas their first-ever WCL title with a nine-wicket victory.
However, the on-field fireworks were not the only reason the event drew widespread attention. A moment of unexpected levity and astonishment occurred during the post-match interaction on live television. When presenter Karishma Kotak casually inquired, “How are you going to celebrate today?”, the WCL owner Harshit Tomar delivered a jaw-dropping response: “Probably once this is over, I’m going to propose to you.”
WCL owner proposing Anchor on live after SA became champions 😭pic.twitter.com/o8fnjBGpb8
— Div🦁 (@div_yumm) August 2, 2025
The candid declaration left Karishma visibly stunned, exclaiming “oh my god” before swiftly regaining composure and returning to her hosting responsibilities. Despite the professionalism she maintained, the impromptu proposal sparked a whirlwind across social media, with netizens reacting to the moment with intrigue and amusement. The clip, showcasing the convergence of cricket and chemistry, rapidly went viral, becoming a trending digital artefact overnight.
Amidst the emotional curveball, the final match stood as a reminder of the cricketer’s raw allure. After winning the toss, Pakistan Champions skipper Mohamm Hafeez chose to bat first. Sharjeel Khan played a blistering knock of 76, helping Pakistan set a competitive target of 195 for 5 in their 20 overs. South Africa’s bowling unit displayed composure and precision, with Wayne Parnell (2 for 32) and Hardus Viljoen (2 for 38) making key breakthroughs.
South Africa’s chase was an exhibition of dominance and composure. With de Villiers orchestrating an innings that combined finesse, innovation, and brute power, the team cruised past the target without facing substantial resistance. His century was not just a match-winning knock but a cricketing marvel that redefined dominance under pressure.
In a major postscript, controversy enveloped the tournament when the Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) issued a directive barring the Shahid Afridi-led team from future WCL editions. The decision followed the India Champions’ refusal to play against the Pakistan side, a move that sparked diplomatic undercurrents in the sporting landscape.
While the WCL was expected to be a stage for cricketing nostalgia, it metamorphosed into a spectacle of surprises — with a centurion hero, an impromptu proposal, and administrative decisions creating a dramatic crescendo.
