Who Will Win San Francisco Unicorns vs Washington Freedom 19th T20 Major League Cricket 2025 Prediction – 29th June
In one of the most awaited clashes of Major League Cricket 2025, San Francisco Unicorns vs Washington Freedom prediction becomes all the more crucial as both teams battle for the top position. This thrilling encounter is scheduled for Sunday, 29th June 2025, at Grand Prairie Stadium, Dallas. With the Unicorns sitting comfortably at the summit after six straight wins and Freedom closely trailing with five victories, fireworks are expected in this top-of-the-table showdown.
San Francisco Unicorns have been flawless this season. Their top order, powered by the aggressive Finn Allen and the consistent Jake Fraser-McGurk, has set the tone in most matches. Their depth in both batting and bowling has allowed them to outclass every opponent so far. Washington Freedom, the defending champions, bring their own firepower with Glenn Maxwell’s leadership and Mitchell Owen’s blazing form, but they’ll need a complete performance to overcome a red-hot Unicorns side. Let’s dive into the full preview below.
Match Details
| Match | San Francisco Unicorns vs Washington Freedom – Match 19 |
|---|---|
| Date | Sunday, 29th June 2025 |
| Time | 1:30 AM IST |
| Venue | Grand Prairie Stadium, Dallas |
| Broadcast | Fancode (Live Streaming) |
Team Previews
San Francisco Unicorns Preview
San Francisco Unicorns are the team to beat this season with six consecutive wins. Their most recent match saw them dominate Seattle Orcas by 32 runs. The biggest reason behind their dominance is the form of Finn Allen, who has smashed 298 runs in just five matches at a strike rate nearing 250 – simply explosive.
Jake Fraser-McGurk is another dependable force in the lineup, with 230 runs at a strike rate of 189, while captain Matthew Short has come into his own with consecutive fifties in recent games. The top order has consistently put up big scores or strong starts, and their lower order, featuring Romario Shepherd and Hassan Khan, has added crucial depth.
On the bowling front, Haris Rauf is in red-hot form with 16 wickets, ably supported by Xavier Bartlett and Hassan Khan, who together have taken 16 more. Their pace-heavy attack is effective in Dallas, where bounce and carry assist the bowlers.
Washington Freedom Preview
Washington Freedom sit second on the table with five wins, their only loss this season coming against San Francisco Unicorns. However, they are far from pushovers. In their last game, they pulled off a thrilling chase of 214 against Los Angeles Knight Riders.
Mitchell Owen has been phenomenal with 288 runs at a strike rate of 212, guiding Freedom’s chase efforts. Glenn Maxwell, with 227 runs and an average over 40, has played several clutch knocks and remains central to their middle order.
Andries Gous and Rachin Ravindra complete a strong top order, although the latter’s form remains a concern. The bowling has been shared well, with Ian Holland and Owen both picking up nine wickets, and Jack Edwards close behind with eight. But Freedom will expect more consistency from Saurabh Netravalkar, who’s had a quiet season so far.
Probable Playing XI
San Francisco Unicorns:
Matthew Short (c), Finn Allen, Jake Fraser-McGurk, Tim Seifert (wk), Hassan Khan, Romario Shepherd, Xavier Bartlett, Haris Rauf, Carmi le Roux, Sanjay Krishnamurthi, Liam Plunkett
Washington Freedom:
Mitchell Owen, Rachin Ravindra, Andries Gous (wk), Glenn Maxwell (c), Jack Edwards, Obus Pienaar, Ian Holland, Saurabh Netravalkar, Mark Adair, Amila Aponso, Lockie Ferguson
Fantasy Team XI & Picks
| Player | Role |
|---|---|
| Finn Allen | Batter |
| Jake Fraser-McGurk | Batter |
| Mitchell Owen (C) | All-rounder |
| Glenn Maxwell (VC) | All-rounder |
| Matthew Short | All-rounder |
| Andries Gous | Batter |
| Ian Holland | Bowler |
| Xavier Bartlett | Bowler |
| Haris Rauf | Bowler |
| Hassan Khan | All-rounder |
| Tim Seifert | Wicketkeeper |
Captain: Mitchell Owen
Vice-Captain: Glenn Maxwell
Players to Avoid:
- Rachin Ravindra (inconsistent form)
- Mukhtar Ahmed (not contributing regularly)
Pitch Report – Grand Prairie Stadium, Dallas
The surface at Grand Prairie has been great for batting early on, but it provides help to seamers under lights. Expect a true wicket with some pace and bounce. Scores of 170+ are competitive.
Weather Report
- Conditions: Clear
- Temperature: 30–33°C
- Rain Chance: None
- Humidity: Moderate (50–60%)
Favourite Team – Why?
San Francisco Unicorns come in as favourites due to their unbeatable run this season. With match-winners in Finn Allen, Fraser-McGurk, and Haris Rauf, they have firepower in both departments. Their consistency and form in all conditions make them the superior side on paper. Washington Freedom are a quality team, but they haven’t quite dominated like the Unicorns, and they also lost the reverse fixture. San Francisco’s top-order brilliance and bowling strike power give them the edge.
Score Prediction
- If San Francisco Bat First: 170–185
- If Washington Freedom Bat First: 160–175
Toss Prediction
Toss Winner: Washington Freedom
Decision: Bowl First
Match Prediction
Winner: San Francisco Unicorns 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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