MLC 2023: Match 3, SEO vs WAF Match Prediction – Who will win today’s match between Seattle Orcas and Washington Freedom?

Seattle Orcas will challenge Washington Freedom in match three of the ongoing Major League Cricket at Grand Prairie Stadium in Dallas. Notably, Orcas have a solid batting unit that features the likes of Quinton de Kock, Shimron Hetmyer, Sikandar Raza, and Dasun Shanaka and thus, the Wayne Parnell-led side will be confident of their chances in their opening game of the season.

Meanwhile, Washington Freedom lacks some firepower in their playing XI. Players like Moises Henriques and Glenn Phillips can wreak havoc but consistency is a major problem. However, with Wanindu Hasaranga and Anrich Nortje in the mix, Seattle cannot take them lightly. Hence an exciting game is expected when these two quality sides face each other.

SEO vs WAF Match Details

Seattle Orcas vs Washington Freedom, Match 3, MLC 2023|

Venue: Grand Prairie Stadium, Dallas

Date & Time: Saturday, July 15, 6:00 AM IST

Broadcast & Live Streaming Details: Sports18 and JioCinema

Grand Prairie Stadium pitch report

The surface of Grand Prairie Stadium in Texas is a batter-friendly one. Winning the toss and opting to bat first would be ideal and anything above 175 will be a good score on this surface.

SEO vs WAF Probable Playing XI 

Seattle Orcas (SEO)
Quinton de Kock (wk), Aaron Jones, Shehan Jayasuriya, Shimron Hetmyer, Sikandar Raza, Wayne Parnell (C), Imad Wasim, Dasun Shanaka, Nisarg Patel, Cameron Gannon, Harmeet Singh

Washington Freedom (WAF)
Josh Phillipe (wicketkeeper), Mukhtar Ahmed, Moises Henriques (captain), Akilesh Reddy, Glenn Phillips, Akeal Hossein, Marco Jansen, Anrich Nortje, Adam Milne, Dane Piedt, Sujith Gowda

SEO vs WAF Probable Best Performers

Probable Best Batter

Quinton de Kock

Stumper-batter Quinton de Kock is one of the pioneers of the shortest format of the game. Since the ground is relatively smaller, De Kock can wreak havoc and score runs at a really quick rate. Notably, the 30-year-old has played 80 T20Is, scoring 2277 runs in the process.

Probable Best Bowler

Anrich Nortje

Anrich Nortje was recently awarded South Africa Player of the Year and if the ace pacer can keep up with the form, he can very well destroy any opponent on his day. Notably, he has represented the national team in 31 T20Is, picking up 38 wickets in the process.

Today's Match Prediction: Seattle Orcas to win the match

Disclaimer: The prediction is based on the understanding, analysis, and instinct of the author. While making your prediction, consider the points mentioned, and make your own decision.