MLC 2025, Match 19: Washington Freedom vs San Francisco Unicorns Full Match Highlights

During Match 19 of the 2025 Major League Cricket (MLC) season, Washington Freedom played against San Francisco Unicorns at Grand Prairie Stadium, Texas. Freedom won the toss and chose to bat. In a game where a playoff was at stake, Washington performed well with both bat and ball, ultimately securing a 12-run victory in a closely contested match, a result that confirmed their qualification for the playoffs.

Washington Freedom Innings

Batting first, Washington Freedom scored a gritty total of 169/6 in 20 overs. Glenn Phillips was the standout performer with a fluent 58 off 39 deliveries, anchoring the innings in the middle overs. Jack Edwards chipped in with a solid 42 off as many balls. Obus Pienaar played a quickfire cameo of 30 off just 12 balls in the death overs. San Francisco’s bowlers had some success, with Xavier Bartlett being the pick of the lot, taking 4/32 in his 4 overs. Romario Shepherd (1/28) and Haris Rauf (1/40) picked up one wicket each but couldn't prevent Washington from finishing strongly.

San Francisco Unicorns Innings

In response, San Francisco Unicorns lost out despite a good fight, finishing at 157/9 in their 20 overs. Skipper Matthew Short contributed a stunning knock of 67 from 40 balls. Jahmar Hamilton contributed 31 off 18 balls, with Sanjay Krishnamurthy also contributing 24 off 21. The rest of the batting order could not capitalize, as Mitchell Owen's incredible 5/17 spell in 3 overs turned the game around for Washington. Jack Edwards and Amila Aponso also picked up a wicket each, as they limited the Unicorns and secured an important win.

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Washington Freedom vs San Francisco Unicorns: Match Scorecard

Washington Freedom – 169/6 (20 Overs)

San Francisco Unicorns – 157/9 (20 Overs)