Who Will Win Los Angeles Knight Riders vs Seattle Orcas 20th T20 Major League Cricket 2025 Prediction – 29th June
Get ready for a high-voltage clash in the Major League Cricket 2025 as two desperate teams go head-to-head in match number 20. In this crucial encounter, Los Angeles Knight Riders vs Seattle Orcas prediction becomes pivotal in assessing who can keep their hopes of playoff qualification alive. The match will be played on Sunday, 29th June 2025, at the Grand Prairie Stadium in Dallas. Cricketwebs brings you 100% match prediction tips for every cricket match.
Los Angeles Knight Riders have the psychological edge with back-to-back wins over Seattle Orcas in previous encounters. However, form hasn’t been on their side in MLC 2025. Seattle Orcas finally managed to break their losing streak with a thrilling last-ball win against MI New York, which brings momentum into this game. With both sides struggling and evenly matched, expect a thrilling contest as the pressure mounts in this must-win game.
Match Details
| Match | Los Angeles Knight Riders vs Seattle Orcas – Match 20 |
|---|---|
| Date | Sunday, 29th June 2025 |
| Time | 5:30 AM IST |
| Venue | Grand Prairie Stadium, Dallas |
| Broadcast | Fancode (Live Streaming) |
Team Previews
Los Angeles Knight Riders Preview
The Knight Riders are coming off a disappointing defeat to Washington Freedom where they failed to defend a massive total of 213. Skipper Jason Holder knows this game is a must-win. The team will rely heavily on the top order, especially after Andre Fletcher’s scintillating century in the last match.
Unmukt Chand, Sherfane Rutherford, and Rovman Powell form a dynamic middle order, while Andre Russell and Holder provide firepower down the order. With this batting lineup clicking, the team can set or chase high targets.
Their bowling, however, has been a concern. Despite support from Ali Khan and Shadley van Schalkwyk, the Knight Riders have struggled to contain runs. Tanveer Sangha and Matthew Tromp will need to tighten the middle overs if they hope to bounce back.
Seattle Orcas Preview
The Orcas finally registered their first win of the season, and it came in style – a thrilling last-ball finish against MI New York. Newly appointed captain Sikandar Raza led from the front and will now aim to guide his team to a late surge.
Josh Brown and Shayan Jahangir have underperformed, but the middle order comprising Kyle Mayers, Heinrich Klaasen, and Shimron Hetmyer has the experience and firepower to challenge any attack. Hetmyer’s finishing skills were on full display in the previous game.
Bowling remains a weakness. Gerald Coetzee and Cameron Gannon have been inconsistent, while Jasdeep Singh and Harmeet Singh need to deliver better spells. Raza himself will play a dual role with both bat and ball, providing spin control.
Probable Playing XI
Los Angeles Knight Riders XI:
Andre Fletcher, Unmukt Chand (wk), Sherfane Rutherford, Rovman Powell, Andre Russell, Jason Holder (c), Saif Badar, Shadley van Schalkwyk, Tanveer Sangha, Matthew Tromp, Ali Khan
Seattle Orcas XI:
Josh Brown, Shayan Jahangir (wk), Kyle Mayers, Sikandar Raza (c), Heinrich Klaasen, Shimron Hetmyer, Sujit Nayak, Gerald Coetzee, Cameron Gannon, Jasdeep Singh, Harmeet Singh
Fantasy Team XI & Tips
| Player | Role |
|---|---|
| Andre Fletcher | Batter |
| Shimron Hetmyer | Batter |
| Heinrich Klaasen | Batter |
| Rovman Powell | Batter |
| Sikandar Raza (VC) | All-rounder |
| Andre Russell (C) | All-rounder |
| Jason Holder | All-rounder |
| Ali Khan | Bowler |
| Gerald Coetzee | Bowler |
| Tanveer Sangha | Bowler |
| Unmukt Chand | Wicketkeeper |
Captain: Andre Russell
Vice-Captain: Sikandar Raza
Players to Avoid:
- Josh Brown (Poor form)
- Cameron Gannon (Expensive spells, no wickets in last 3 matches)
Pitch Report – Grand Prairie Stadium, Dallas
The pitch at Grand Prairie offers good bounce and batting-friendly conditions early on. However, as the match progresses, spinners can find some grip. A total around 160+ is competitive.
Weather Report
- Conditions: Clear skies
- Temperature: 28–30°C
- Rain: 0% chance
- Humidity: Around 55%
Favourite Team – Why?
Los Angeles Knight Riders are the favourite for this game primarily due to their stronger batting lineup and recent dominance over Seattle Orcas. With big hitters like Andre Russell, Andre Fletcher, and Rovman Powell in form, they can post or chase high totals. The Orcas, despite their recent win, still lack consistency in both departments. Unless Seattle’s bowlers drastically improve, Knight Riders hold a clear edge.
📈 Score Prediction
- If Los Angeles Knight Riders Bat First: 160–175
- If Seattle Orcas Bat First: 145–160
Toss Prediction
Toss Winner: Seattle Orcas
Decision: Bowl First
Match Prediction
Winner: Los Angeles Knight Riders 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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