MLC 2025: Match 1, SF vs WAS Match Prediction – Who will win today’s MLC match between SF vs WAS?
San Francisco Unicorns are set to lock horns with Washington Freedom in Match No. 1 of the ongoing MLC 2025 at the Oakland Coliseum in California on Friday, June 13.
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The latest edition of the Major League Cricket (MLC) 2025 is all set to kick off. The first game of the tournament will see San Francisco Unicorns (SF) take on Washington Freedom (WAS) in the season opener. Both sides will lock horns at the Oakland Coliseum in California on Friday, June 13.
In the previous edition of the tournament, San Francisco Unicorns finished as the runner-up after losing the summit clash at the hands of the San Francisco-based franchise at the Grand Prairie Stadium in Dallas. However, the Corey Anderson-led side will look to get their hands on the title this time around. On the other hand, Glenn Maxwell-led Unicorns' clear strategy is to play fearless cricket in their title defence season.
Match Details
| Match | San Francisco Unicorns vs Washington Freedom, Match 1, MLC 2025 |
| Venue | Oakland Coliseum, California |
| Date & Time (IST) | Friday, June 13, 6:30 AM |
| Live Broadcast and Streaming Details | Star Sports Network and JioHotstar (app & website) |
Oakland Coliseum Pitch Report
The Oakland Coliseum is set to create history as it will host the first top-level cricket match on the West Coast. The venue is scheduled to hold nine MLC games this season. The pitch is expected to provide a balanced contest for both batters and bowlers.
Head-to-Head record
| Matches Played | 3 |
| Won by San Francisco Unicorns | 1 |
| Won by Washington Freedom | 2 |
| Tied | 00 |
| No Result | 00 |
| First-ever Fixture | 23 July 2024 |
| Most-recent Fixture | 29 July 2024 |
SF vs WAS Predicted Playing XIs
San Francisco Unicorns (SF)
Finn Allen, Jake Fraser-McGurk, Matthew Short, Corey Anderson (C), Tim Seifert, Sanjay Krishnamurthi, Hassan Khan, Karima Gore, Liam Plunkett, Haris Rauf, Carmi le Roux
Washington Freedom (WAS)
Rachin Ravindra, Mark Chapman, Mukhtar Ahmed, Andries Gous, Lahiru Milantha, Glenn Maxwell (C), Obus Pienaar, Jason Behrendorff, Justin Dill, Ian Holland, Saurabh Netravalkar
Probable Best Batter of the Match - Finn Allen
Finn Allen could be the best batter in the upcoming game against Washington Freedom. The right-handed batter who finished as the highest run-getter for the side in the previous edition with 306 runs in nine games is all set to continue his fine form in the upcoming edition of MLC.
Probable Best Bowler of the Match - Saurabh Netravalkar
Saurabh Netravalkar could be the best bowler in the upcoming game against the San Francisco Unicorns. In the 2024 edition, the left-arm seamer bagged 15 wickets in seven games at an economy of 7.67 and was the highest wicket-taker of the season. Netravalkar will be riding high on confidence and will look to outfox the batters with his abilities.
Today's Match Prediction: Team Bowling first to win the match
Scenario 1
- San Francisco Unicorns win the toss and opt to bowl first
- Powerplay: 30-40
- WAS: 160-170
- San Francisco Unicorns win the match
Scenario 2
- Washington Freedom win the toss and opt to bowl first
- Powerplay: 40-50
- SF: 170-180
- Washington Freedom 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.
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