Cricket fans, exciting news! The IMC Over 40s T20 World Cup 2025 has wrapped up in Karachi, bringing back legendary players who proved that true cricketing class never fades. Across 12 competing teams and multiple venues, the tournament delivered memorable performances and high-energy T20 action.
The event concluded on December 1 with Australia crowned champions after defeating Pakistan in the final. The standout moment of the title match was Mark Cleary’s brilliant five-wicket spell, earning him the Player of the Match award.
This special tournament celebrated cricket for players aged 40 and above and delivered a thrilling finish for fans worldwide.
Australia vs Pakistan Final Match Highlights
The IMC Over 40s T20 World Cup 2025 final in Karachi delivered a thrilling finish as Australia defeated Pakistan to lift the inaugural title. Pakistan posted 150/9, with useful contributions from Nadeem Javed, Fawad Alam, and Sohail Khan. Australia’s response was driven by an extraordinary bowling performance from Mark Cleary, who produced a match-winning spell of 4 overs, 22 runs, 5 wickets (Econ 5.50), earning him both Player of the Match and Best Bowler of the final.
Chasing the target, Australia stayed in control thanks to Steve Nottle, the Best Batter of the match, who scored a brilliant 47 off 40 balls with 7 fours, striking at 117.50. Supported by steady partnerships, Australia comfortably sealed a 7-wicket victory, becoming the first-ever champions of the IMC Over 40s T20 World Cup.
IMC Over 40s T20 World Cup 2025 Full Schedule & Results
Below are all the matches with dates and times. You can also check the latest IMC Over 40s T20 World Cup points table here.
| Date | Match No. | Match | Venue | Time | Result |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Saturday, 22 November | Match 1 | UAE vs Hong Kong | Southend Club | 09:00 AM | UAE won by 31 runs |
| Saturday, 22 November | Match 2 | Pakistan vs South Africa | National Bank Stadium | 01:35 PM | Pakistan won by 3 runs |
| Saturday, 22 November | Match 3 | West Indies vs Canada | Karachi Gymkhana | 01:35 PM | West Indies won by 7 wickets |
| Saturday, 22 November | Match 4 | Sri Lanka vs Australia | National Bank Stadium | 09:00 AM | Sri Lanka won by 3 wickets |
| Saturday, 22 November | Match 5 | Zimbabwe vs Rest of World | Karachi Gymkhana | 09:00 AM | Rest of World won by 54 runs |
| Saturday, 22 November | Match 6 | USA vs Rest of Gulf | Southend Club | 01:35 PM | USA won by 24 runs |
| Sunday, 23 November | Match 7 | West Indies vs UAE | Southend Club | 09:00 AM | UAE won by 5 wickets |
| Sunday, 23 November | Match 8 | Pakistan vs Hong Kong | National Bank Stadium | 01:35 PM | Pakistan won by 57 runs |
| Sunday, 23 November | Match 9 | South Africa vs Canada | Karachi Gymkhana | 01:35 PM | South Africa won by 10 wickets |
| Sunday, 23 November | Match 10 | Sri Lanka vs USA | National Bank Stadium | 09:00 AM | USA won by 5 wickets |
| Sunday, 23 November | Match 11 | Zimbabwe vs Rest of Gulf | Karachi Gymkhana | 09:00 AM | Rest of Gulf won by 4 wickets |
| Sunday, 23 November | Match 12 | Australia vs Rest of World | Southend Club | 01:35 PM | Australia won by 43 runs |
| Monday, 24 November | Match 13 | South Africa vs West Indies | National Bank Stadium | 09:00 AM | South Africa won by 10 wickets |
| Monday, 24 November | Match 14 | Hong Kong vs Canada | NBP Sports Complex | 09:00 AM | Hong Kong won by 5 wickets |
| Monday, 24 November | Match 15 | Pakistan vs UAE | National Bank Stadium | 01:35 PM | Pakistan won by 117 runs |
| Monday, 24 November | Match 16 | USA vs Zimbabwe | Southend Club | 09:00 AM | USA won by 33 runs |
| Monday, 24 November | Match 17 | Sri Lanka vs Rest of World | Southend Club | 01:35 PM | Rest of World won by 23 runs |
| Monday, 24 November | Match 18 | Australia vs Rest of Gulf | NBP Sports Complex | 01:35 PM | Australia won by 19 runs |
| Wednesday, 26 November | Match 19 | Canada vs UAE | National Bank Stadium | 09:00 AM | UAE won by 7 runs |
| Wed, Nov 26, 2025 | Match 20 | South Africa vs Hong Kong | Southend Club | 09:00 AM | South Africa won by 25 runs |
| Wednesday, 26 November | Match 21 | Pakistan vs West Indies | National Bank Stadium | 01:35 PM | Pakistan won by 124 runs |
| Wednesday, 26 November | Match 22 | Rest of World vs Rest of Gulf | National Bank Stadium | 09:00 AM | Rest of Gulf won by 3 wickets |
| Wednesday, 26 November | Match 23 | Sri Lanka vs Zimbabwe | Southend Club | 01:35 PM | Sri Lanka won by 10 wickets |
| Wednesday, 26 November | Match 24 | Australia vs USA | NBP Sports Complex | 01:35 PM | Australia won by 6 wickets |
| Thursday, 27 November | Match 25 | South Africa vs UAE | DHA Sports Club (MKA) | 01:35 PM | South Africa won by 17 runs |
| Thursday, 27 November | Match 26 | Hong Kong vs West Indies | NBP Sports Complex | 01:35 PM | Hong Kong won by 7 wickets |
| Thursday, 27 November | Match 27 | Pakistan vs Canada | National Bank Stadium | 01:35 PM | Pakistan won by 85 runs |
| Thursday, 27 November | Match 28 | Australia vs Zimbabwe | National Bank Stadium | 09:00 AM | Australia won by 9 wickets |
| Thursday, 27 November | Match 29 | USA vs Rest of World | NBP Sports Complex | 09:00 AM | USA won by 5 wickets |
| Thursday, 27 November | Match 30 | Sri Lanka vs Rest of Gulf | DHA Sports Club (MKA) | 09:00 AM | Rest of Gulf won by 101 runs |
| Saturday, 29 November | Match 31 | Pakistan vs USA | National Bank Stadium | 01:35 PM | Pakistan won by 9 wickets |
| Saturday, 29 November | Match 32 | Australia vs South Africa | National Bank Stadium | 09:00 AM | Australia won by 5 wickets |
| Saturday, 29 November | Match 33 | Hong Kong vs Rest of Gulf | DHA Sports Club (MKA) | 09:00 AM | Rest of Gulf won by 2 wickets |
| Saturday, 29 November | Match 34 | Rest of World 1 vs UAE | DHA Sports Club (MKA) | 01:35 PM | UAE won by 3 wickets |
| Saturday, 29 November | Match 35 | Sri Lanka vs Canada | Southend Club | 09:00 AM | Canada won by 9 wickets |
| Saturday, 29 November | Match 36 | West Indies vs Zimbabwe | Southend Club | 01:35 PM | Zimbabwe won by 7 wickets |
| Sunday, 30 November | Match 37 | Sri Lanka vs West Indies | Southend Club | 09:00 AM | West Indies won by 3 wickets |
| Sunday, 30 November | Match 38 | Canada vs Zimbabwe | DHA Sports Club (MKA) | 09:00 AM | Zimbabwe won by 3 wickets |
| Sunday, 30 November | Match 39 | Hong Kong vs Rest of Gulf | DHA Sports Club (MKA) | 01:35 PM | Rest of Gulf won by 2 wickets |
| Sunday, 30 November | Match 40 | Rest of the World 1 vs UAE | DHA Sports Club (MKA) | 01:35 PM | UAE won by 3 wickets |
| Sunday, 30 November | Match 41 | West Indies vs Hong Kong | NBP Sports Complex | 09:00 AM | Hong Kong won by 7 wickets |
| Monday, 01 December | Final – Match 42 | Pakistan vs Australia | National Bank Stadium | 12:00 PM | Australia won by 7 wickets |
Teams and Squads For IMC Over 40s T20 World Cup 2025
Twelve teams are playing this tournament. Each team has experienced cricket players ready to show their skills. Here’s who’s playing for which team.
1. USA (Led by Muhammad Farrukh)
The USA team has some really strong players! Captain Muhammad Farrukh will lead the team. They have talented cricketers from different backgrounds.
Squad: Muhammad Farrukh (c), Zeshan Muhammad (vc), Aamir Shahzad, Abdul Qadir, Adnan Taj Malik (wk), Amanullah Akbar, Anwar Ahmad, Balaji Pusapati, Fahad Khan, Kamran Syed, Khawar Ali, Nadeem Williams, Rafi Hashimi, Saqib Hameed, Syed Shafique Ali (wk)
2. Rest of the World (Led by Harshad Harry Ghodke)
The Rest of the World team is full of international players! They have cricketers from many different countries playing together.
Squad: Harshad Harry Ghodke (c), Badar Atique, Santosh Bhandari, Iroshan De Silva, Neil Harris, Omar Hatmi, Steven Hobson, Adil Kazi, Adnan Khan, Hasham Khan, Asif Muhammad, Dax Richards, Daniel Smith, Nuwan Weerasooriya
3. Sri Lanka (Led by Marlon Fernando)
The Sri Lanka team is very experienced! Captain Marlon Fernando from Sri Lanka brings lots of cricket knowledge. This island nation loves cricket!
Squad: Marlon Fernando (c), Suneth Sampath (vc), Ruwan Premathilaka, Hansa Wijayasundara, Rajiv Nirmalasimgham, Dasis Isanthamal, Hiran Kularathna, Chaminda Pathiratne, Sineth Withanage, Anjana Mahawatte, Udaya Kumara, Lanka Rodrigo, Manjula Guruge, Ujitha Sepala, Mohan Wickremasinghe, Ishara Indula
4. South Africa (Led by Yasser Ditta)
The South Africa team is tough! They have players who know how to win matches. Captain Yasser Ditta will lead this strong team.
Squad: Yasser Ditta (c), Khaalid Moothosamy, Johan Fourie (vc), Enock Makamo, Werner Moolman, Jaco Castle, Muhammad Sohail Imran, Willy Hantam, Martin Van Der Merwe, Brett Els, Lundi Mbane, Ryan Reeves, Stephan Joubert, Reinhardt Strydom, Piet Botha, Nathaniel Howard
5. Australia (Led by Jamie Panelli)
The Australia team is always competitive! Captain J Panelli leads a team full of cricket lovers. Australia has a great cricket history!
Squad: Jamie Panelli (c), Peter Atkinson, Steven Baker, Mark Cleary, Andy Crook, Brenton Edwards, Jeff Hemming, Luke Jackson, Nasir Jalil, Shaun Matthews, Steve Nottle, Steven Paulsen, Scott Brant, Richard Wyld, Justin Poole
6. UAE (Led by Rafiullah Syed)
The UAE team represents the Middle East! They have players from different backgrounds. Captain Rafiullah Syed knows how to handle pressure.
Squad: Rafiullah Syed (c), Vijay Mehra, Rehan Khan, Narayanan Krishnan, Hassan Raza, Sarfraz Khan, Humaj Mukhtar, Heshan De Silva, Martin Venter, Qamar Awan, Imran Javed, Dilan Bandara, Abdullah Saleem, Babar Ghazanfar, Mujahid Hussain, Sana Ullah Bloch, Satish Varadhan
7. Canada (Led by Mohamed Ramzan Abdul Cader)
The Canada team is ready to compete! Captain Mohamed Ramzan Abdul Cader brings leadership experience. They want to make their country proud!
Squad: Mohamed Ramzan Abdul Cader (c), Amin Khan (vc), Sabir Sheikh, Andras Adaikkalam, Iftikhar Khan, Danish Bashir, Tommy Jilani, Ali Farooqi, Sultan Malik, Alexander Ashewell, Imtiaz Chaudhary, Sugith Karunaratane, Khalid Gilani, Muhammad Yunus Anwar, Darshna Doowalage Gunarathna, Khurram Shahzad, Amir Anwar, Noor Anwar Khan
8. Hong Kong (Led by Ankur Vasishta)
The Hong Kong team brings East Asian cricket talent! Vice Captain Ankur Vasishta will help lead this exciting team from Hong Kong.
Squad: Saptarshi Yohan Mukerjee, Batepola, Farooq Saeed, Ankur Vasishta (vc), Sheehan Wijetunge, Najeeb Amar, Munir Dar, Khalid Qureshi, Tom MacDonald, Ifthikar Ahmed, M Sohail Anwar, Zar Khan, Shelton D Cruz, Kashif Shams, Roy Lamsam, Ahmed
9. Pakistan (Led by Abdul Razzaq)
The Pakistan team is the home favorite! Captain Abdul Razzaq leads a star-studded squad. This team includes legends like Shahid Afridi and Fawad Alam! Pakistan fans are very excited!
Squad: Abdul Razzaq (c), Fawad Alam (vc), Shahid Afridi, Zulfiqar Babar, Humayun Farhat (wk), Sohail Khan, Tabish Khan, Shaheryar Ghani, Nadeem Javaid, Irfan Mushtaq, Adnan Baig (wk), Muhammad Ali, Atif Maqbool, Javed Mansoor, Hassan Nasir, Muhammad Suleman, Tariq Mahmood, Imran Ali
10. West Indies (Led by Lawrence Farnum)
Lawrence Farnum will lead the West Indies team in the tournament. Zamin Amin and Antonnel Atwell are the head coach and assistant coach of the team, respectively. Both of them have been named in the squad as players.
Squad: Lawrence Farnum (c), Zamin Amin, Antonnel Atwell, Larry Babb, Asif Chan, Mohan Chatram, Vishan Lall, Richard Latif, Joel Leacock, Devindra Maharaj, Reno Mittelholzer, Mahendra Nagamootoo, Raja Pooran, Randy Ramanan
11. Zimbabwe
Hilton Becker (c), Artur Harley, Austin Corken, Berti Erasmus, Javaid Akhtar, Kyle Lee, Marc Nicolle, Mark Ferrao, Ray Buchanan, Richard Linnell, Rory Mcwade, Ryan Butterworth, Saad Khan, Simon Bell, Simon Lee, Simon Seager
12. Rest of Gulf
Squad: Waqqas Alvi, Ali Imran, Atif Ur Rehman, Hassan Arif, Abid Mushtaq, CH. M. Imran, Rehan Khan, Ali Rizwan, Rene Van, Umair Sharif, Farasatullah, Sabtain Raza, Haseeb Ghafoor, Hammad Saeed, Sajid Suhail, Waseemullah, Minhaj Rashid, Maaz Munir.
Where To Watch IMC Over 40s T20 World Cup 2025
Matches of the host nation, Pakistan Over‑40s, will be broadcast live on TV channel Geo Super. Live streaming is being made available via the official Pakistan Veterans Cricket Association (PVCA) and the tournament organiser International Masters Cricket’s YouTube channel.
About The Cricket Stadiums In Karachi
All matches are being played at different cricket venues in Karachi. These are some of the best cricket grounds in Pakistan. This is where cricket fans come to watch exciting matches.
The stadiums have everything – good pitches, seating areas, modern facilities, and great atmosphere for cricket lovers.
November and early December is a great time for cricket in Karachi. The weather is pleasant and perfect for playing and watching cricket!
Why IMC Over 40s T20 World Cup Is Special
The IMC Over 40s T20 World Cup is not just a cricket tournament. It’s much more than that:
- Brings Back Cricket Legends: This tournament brings back players we loved watching years ago. Many former international cricketers are playing. They show that age doesn’t stop you from playing cricket!
- International Competition: Having twelve teams means lots of exciting matches. Teams from different continents compete against each other. This creates wonderful cricket moments!
- Experience Meets T20: T20 cricket is fast and exciting. When experienced players play T20, it’s amazing to watch. They use their cricket knowledge to play smart shots and bowl clever deliveries.
- Celebrates Cricket Spirit: The cricket organizations use this tournament to celebrate the love for cricket. Players who gave their best years to cricket get to play again!
- Inspires Young Players: Young cricketers can learn so much by watching these experienced players. They show proper technique, smart thinking, and true sportsmanship!
- Shows Global Cricket: This tournament shows that cricket is loved worldwide. Players from the USA, Canada, the UAE, and many countries prove cricket is a global sport!
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Conclusion: Australia Crowned Champions in Karachi!
The IMC Over 40s T20 World Cup 2025 delivered thrilling cricket across Karachi, and the tournament concluded in style with Australia lifting the trophy. Their disciplined all-round performance in the final secured a memorable win over Pakistan. Mark Cleary’s match-winning spell, which earned him the Player of the Match title, was one of the standout performances of the entire event.
Fans witnessed iconic veterans, experienced captains, and returning legends lighting up the T20 stage with skill and passion. With Australia crowned champions and several unforgettable moments created along the way, the tournament’s first edition will be remembered as a celebration of experience, sportsmanship, and classic cricketing brilliance.
FAQs
The tournament starts on November 21, 2025 and ends on December 1, 2025.
Twelve teams: USA, Australia, South Africa, Sri Lanka, UAE, Canada, Pakistan, West Indies, Zimbabwe, Hong Kong, China, Rest of the World, and Rest of Gulf.
All matches will be played at different stadiums in Karachi, Pakistan – National Bank Stadium, Karachi Gymkhana, Southend Club, NBP Sports Complex, and DHA Sports Club (MKA).
You can follow updates on International Masters Cricket’s official channels and cricket websites.
Matches start at either 9:00 AM or 1:45 PM IST. The final match on December 1 starts at 12:00 PM.
