Who Will Win Texas Super Kings vs Los Angeles Knight Riders 5th T20 Major League Cricket 2025 Prediction – 16th June
Texas Super Kings vs Los Angeles Knight Riders prediction: Match 5 of the Major League Cricket 2025 will witness an exciting clash between Texas Super Kings (TSK) and Los Angeles Knight Riders (LAKR) on Monday, 16th June 2025 at Oakland Coliseum, California. The Texas Super Kings vs Los Angeles Knight Riders prediction favors TSK, who started their campaign with a thrilling win over MI New York. On the other hand, LAKR are still searching for their first win after suffering a 32-run defeat to San Francisco Unicorns. With a strong core of international talent and momentum on their side, the Super Kings are likely to carry forward their winning run. However, the Knight Riders possess powerful hitters like Russell, Hales, and Narine who can change the game in a few overs. Expect a high-octane contest between a well-balanced TSK and a desperate LAKR aiming for a comeback.
Match Details
| Match | Texas Super Kings vs Los Angeles Knight Riders – 5th T20 MLC 2025 |
|---|---|
| Date | Monday, 16th June 2025 |
| Time | 2:30 AM IST |
| Venue | Oakland Coliseum, California |
| Broadcast | FanCode |
Team Previews
Texas Super Kings (TSK) Preview
Texas Super Kings made a perfect start with a 3-run win over MI New York, defending a moderate total through disciplined bowling. Their batting was led by Devon Conway (65 off 44) and Calvin Savage (53 off 34)*. The presence of Faf du Plessis, Daryl Mitchell, and Donovan Ferreira gives them a strong top and middle order capable of absorbing pressure and counterattacking when needed.
Their bowling is their key strength. Adam Milne delivered a fiery spell (3/22) and was supported well by Zia-ul-Haq, Mohammad Mohsin, and Noor Ahmad, forming a potent bowling line-up. The Kings’ combination of experience and variety in bowling gives them an upper hand, especially on a pitch that offers pace and bounce.
Los Angeles Knight Riders (LAKR) Preview
The Knight Riders had a poor outing in their opener against San Francisco Unicorns, where their bowlers conceded 219 runs. Chasing a steep target, only Unmukt Chand (53 off 32) and Matthew Tromp (41 off 31) showed some resistance. The likes of Alex Hales and Andre Fletcher need to step up to provide a solid opening platform.
LAKR’s bowling was wayward. Despite experienced names like Sunil Narine, Ali Khan, and Andre Russell, they lacked control and penetration. Narine’s four overs could be game-defining if he finds rhythm. Missing players like Jason Holder and Rovman Powell continues to hurt their balance. Unless their key players click together, it may be difficult for them to overpower a strong side like Texas.
Probable Playing XIs
Texas Super Kings XI:
Faf du Plessis (c), Devon Conway (wk), Daryl Mitchell, Donovan Ferreira, Calvin Savage, Milind Kumar, Mohammad Mohsin, Adam Milne, Zia-ul-Haq, Noor Ahmad, Shubham Ranjane
Los Angeles Knight Riders XI:
Alex Hales, Andre Fletcher, Unmukt Chand (wk), Nitish Kumar, Matthew Tromp, Andre Russell, Sunil Narine (c), Shadley van Schalkwyk, Ali Khan, Tanveer Sangha, Saif Badar
Fantasy Team XI
| Role | Player |
|---|---|
| WK | Devon Conway |
| Batters | Faf du Plessis, Alex Hales, Donovan Ferreira |
| All-rounders | Calvin Savage, Daryl Mitchell (VC), Andre Russell (C) |
| Bowlers | Adam Milne, Sunil Narine, Noor Ahmad, Ali Khan |
Fantasy Tips:
- Captain: Andre Russell – his all-round impact makes him a high-value pick.
- Vice-Captain: Daryl Mitchell – dependable with both bat and ball.
- Must-picks: Devon Conway, Adam Milne
- Avoid: Saif Badar (limited contribution), Milind Kumar (batting low in the order)
Favourite Team Today
Texas Super Kings are the more balanced and in-form side. Their confidence is sky-high after the first win and the presence of experienced international stars across departments gives them an edge. Conway, Mitchell, and Milne form a strong backbone. If TSK’s top order fires again and the bowlers maintain their line and length, LAKR will find it difficult to chase or defend.
Pitch Report – Oakland Coliseum
- A good batting track with bounce and carry
- Seamers get assistance early on; spinners may struggle
- Average first innings score: 160+
- Winning the toss and batting first could be advantageous
Weather Report
- Condition: Clear skies
- Temperature: Around 24°C
- Humidity: 60%
- Wind: Moderate breeze – may help seamers
No rain interruption is expected.
Broadcast Details
- Streaming Platform: FanCode
- Live Coverage: Starts 2:30 AM IST
Score Prediction
- If Texas Super Kings Bat First: 154–160
- If Los Angeles Knight Riders Bat First: 146–150
Toss Prediction
- Toss Winner: Los Angeles Knight Riders
- Decision: Bowl First
Match Prediction
- Predicted Winner: Texas Super Kings Will Win
Also, once the toss takes place, we might modify the Today Match Prediction as per the playing XIs. Please check this blog after the toss for the updated Prediction.
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