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Match 20 of the Major League Cricket (MLC) 2025 brings a must-win encounter between two struggling teams — Los Angeles Knight Riders and Seattle Orcas , set to be played at the Grand Prairie Stadium in Dallas . Both sides are fighting for survival in the tournament, with LA having won their last game before this one and Seattle finally breaking a losing streak with a dramatic win over MI New York.
This clash could define their MLC campaigns, especially with both sides needing momentum to climb up the standings. With aggressive batters on both sides and bowlers under pressure, expect a high-scoring contest full of drama.
Match Details
| Details | Information |
|---|---|
| Match | Los Angeles Knight Riders vs Seattle Orcas |
| Date | 29 June 2025 |
| Venue | Grand Prairie Stadium, Dallas |
| Time | 5:30 AM IST |
| Competition | Major League Cricket (MLC), Season 2025 |
Team Previews
Los Angeles Knight Riders Preview
Los Angeles Knight Riders have had a mixed season so far — they started poorly but showed signs of recovery by posting a strong total against Washington Freedom recently. Despite scoring 213/6 , they were outplayed in the chase, going down by five wickets.
Captain Jason Holder leads from the front with bat and ball. He is expected to deliver early breakthroughs and contribute valuable runs lower down the order. Opener Andre Fletcher was in brilliant form in the last match, hitting a blistering 104 off just 60 balls . He will look to give LA another explosive start alongside Unmukt Chand , who has been reliable behind the stumps.
The middle order features Sherfane Rutherford, Rovman Powell, and Andre Russell , all capable of turning games around. Russell, in particular, hit 30 off just 13 balls in the previous game, showing his destructive potential.
In bowling, Tanveer Sangha was the standout performer, taking 2 wickets and keeping things tight . However, the rest of the attack, including Ali Khan and Matthew Tromp , has struggled to maintain control.
If LAKR can find consistency in their death bowling and better execution from Holder’s men, they’ll be hard to stop in this high-pressure clash.
Seattle Orcas Preview
Seattle Orcas finally broke their six-match losing streak with a thrilling last-ball win over MI New York , giving them much-needed confidence heading into this match.
Under new captain Sikandar Raza , the team looks more settled. The batting unit is led by Shimron Hetmyer , who scored an unbeaten 97 off 40 balls in the previous match. His ability to finish games makes him a key player.
Kyle Mayers also impressed with a crucial knock and picked up 2 wickets in his four overs , proving his all-round value. Josh Brown and Shayan Jahangir will need to improve as openers if the team wants to build strong totals.
Middle-order batters like Heinrich Klaasen and Sujit Nayak offer support, while Raza himself chips in with vital contributions with both bat and ball.
Their bowling has been inconsistent, with Gerald Coetzee and Cameron Gannon leading the pace attack. While they showed some promise in the last game, the unit has lacked penetration overall.
Hetmyer and Raza provide useful backup, but the team still needs more from their frontline bowlers to compete regularly.
With momentum slightly swinging their way after a morale-boosting win, Orcas will aim to keep the fight alive and push for more points in this fixture.
Favourite Team to Win Today’s Match
| Favourite Team | Reason |
|---|---|
| Los Angeles Knight Riders | More experienced squad; better batting depth with Fletcher, Holder, and Russell. Fletcher’s century in the last game shows their firepower. Orcas only just ended their losing streak and remain bottom of the table. Their bowling has struggled consistently. LAKR have won the last two meetings and should carry that confidence forward. With stronger hitters and a better-balanced lineup, Los Angeles start as slight favorites despite recent losses. They are more likely to post a big score and defend it effectively in what promises to be a close T20 battle. |
Fantasy Team XI (with Explanation)
| Player Name | Role | Team | Reason |
|---|---|---|---|
| Andre Fletcher (c) | Batter / Captain | LAKR | Top scorer in last match; ideal fantasy captain choice. |
| Shimron Hetmyer (vc) | Batter / Vice-Captain | SOR | Match-winner with the bat; scored 97 off 40 balls in opener. |
| Jason Holder | All-rounder | LAKR | Valuable contributions with bat and ball; leadership role boosts fantasy value. |
| Kyle Mayers | All-rounder | SOR | Explosive batter and handy bowler; took 2 wickets in last game. |
| Sherfane Rutherford | Batter | LAKR | Dependable opener; rotates strike well and contributes consistently. |
| Sikandar Raza | Batter / Captain | SOR | Experienced leader; dangerous with the bat and smart with the ball. |
| Unmukt Chand (wk) | Wicketkeeper | LAKR | Safe behind the stumps and supports innings with aggressive hitting. |
| Andre Russell | All-rounder | LAKR | Finisher; ideal for late-innings acceleration. |
| Tanveer Sangha | Bowler | LAKR | Star spinner; breaks partnerships and keeps it tight. |
| Gerald Coetzee | Bowler | SOR | Impact pacer; takes early wickets and maintains pressure. |
| Harmeet Singh | Bowler | SOR | Smart left-arm spinner; adds variety and control. |
Captain & Vice-Captain Suggestions
- Captain : Andre Fletcher (LAKR) – In-form batter; likely to anchor the innings.
- Vice-Captain : Shimron Hetmyer (SOR) – Explosive striker of the ball and high upside.
Players to Avoid in Fantasy Teams
- Saif Badar (LAKR) – Struggled to make impact recently; minimal fantasy upside.
- Jasdeep Singh (SOR) – Lacks big scores or impactful bowling in recent games.
Squads
Los Angeles Knight Riders Squad
- Jason Holder (c)
- Unmukt Chand (wk)
- Andre Fletcher
- Saif Badar
- Rovman Powell
- Sherfane Rutherford
- Andre Russell
- Matthew Tromp
- Shadley van Schalkwyk
- Ali Khan
- Tanveer Sangha
Seattle Orcas Squad
- Sikandar Raza (c)
- Shayan Jahangir (wk)
- Josh Brown
- Kyle Mayers
- Heinrich Klaasen
- Shimron Hetmyer
- Sujit Nayak
- Gerald Coetzee
- Harmeet Singh
- Jasdeep Singh
- Cameron Gannon
Probable Playing XI
| Los Angeles Knight Riders | Seattle Orcas |
|---|---|
| Jason Holder (c) | Sikandar Raza (c) |
| Unmukt Chand (wk) | Shayan Jahangir (wk) |
| Andre Fletcher | Josh Brown |
| Sherfane Rutherford | Kyle Mayers |
| Rovman Powell | Heinrich Klaasen |
| Saif Badar | Shimron Hetmyer |
| Andre Russell | Sujit Nayak |
| Tanveer Sangha | Gerald Coetzee |
| Shadley van Schalkwyk | Harmeet Singh |
| Ali Khan | Jasdeep Singh |
| Matthew Tromp | Cameron Gannon |
Pitch Report
- Venue : Grand Prairie Stadium, Dallas
- Average First Innings Score : ~190
- Highest Score : 246/4
- Nature of Pitch : Batting-friendly surface; true bounce and quick outfield help strokeplay. Pacers rely on cutters and slower deliveries.
- Expected Target : 200–220 should be competitive.
- Fielding Advantage : Chasing teams benefit from dew and improved visibility under lights.
Toss Prediction
- Likely Outcome : Even chance for either side to win the toss.
- Decision : Bowl first. Historical data suggests chasing teams have had more success here.
Winner Prediction
Los Angeles Knight Riders are our predicted winners of this MLC 2025 encounter. They come into the match with a better batting line-up , having already beaten Seattle twice this season.
Andre Fletcher is in excellent form, and Jason Holder offers leadership and all-round impact. While Seattle Orcas found form with a thrilling win last time out, they’re still struggling with consistency, especially in bowling.
LA’s experience and head-to-head record gives them the edge in this must-win clash.
Back Los Angeles Knight Riders to continue their dominance and secure another win in MLC 2025.
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