Oakland Coliseum Cricket Stadium

[WATCH] MLC 2025: Former India captain smashes half century in SF vs LAS match

Sun, 15 Jun 2025 14:34:58 GMT

Former India U19 World Cup skipper and current USA international Unmukt Chand produced a fine performance for the Los Angeles Knight Riders (LAS) against the San Francisco Unicorns (SF) in the third game of the 2025 Major League Cricket (MLC) season. The game, played on Sunday, June 15, at the Oakland Coliseum in California, witnessed Chand producing a classy half-century while chasing an intimidating target set by SF.

Pursuing 220 LAS lost early as Alex Hales was sent back to the pavilion for a mere six runs. Unmukt Chand came in at no. three and stabilized the innings despite the loss of Andre Fletcher for 19. Chand put together a brisk 46-run stand with Nitish Kumar, who made 18 runs. Chand later put together 33 more runs with Matthew Tromp. Chand’s knock of 53 off 32 deliveries, featuring four boundaries and four sixes, kept LAS in the hunt.

However, despite a few late cameos, the Knight Riders fell short. Matthew Tromp scored 41 off 31, and skipper Sunil Narine struck a brisk 27 off 13 balls. But the lower and middle order were unable to carry it through, with Andre Russell dismissed for a two-ball duck. LAS were bowled out for 187 in 19.5 overs, losing the game by 32 runs. Xavier Bartlett and Haris Rauf dominated the Unicorns' attack, claiming four wickets each.

Allen-Fraser-McGurk Duo Lays the Foundation

Earlier in the match, SF were sent to bat and lost Tim Seifert early for a mere five. But Finn Allen and Jake Fraser-McGurk run riot over LAS bowlers with a blistering 121-run partnership off just 55 balls. Allen scored 52 off 27 balls, while Fraser-McGurk illuminated the stadium with a scorching 88 off 38 balls, striking two fours and a whopping 11 sixes.

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Down the order, Cooper Connolly contributed 20 not out off 18, and Haris Rauf came in with 16* off 7 to take SF to a dominant 219/8. In the LAS bowling department, Shadley van Schalkwyk picked up three wickets. ed up three wickets.

MLC 2025, SF vs NY Match 6: Oakland Coliseum cricket stadium stats and Head to Head

Sun, 15 Jun 2025 13:52:26 GMT

The sixth match of Major League Cricket (MLC) 2025 between San Francisco Unicorns (SF) and MI New York (NY) takes place at the iconic Oakland Coliseum, beginning at 6:30 AM IST on Monday, June 16, 2025. Table-toppers SF, led by Corey Anderson and featuring stars like Finn Allen, Jake Fraser-McGurk, and Liam Plunkett, has won both of their initial matches during the 2025 season. MI New York, led by Nicholas Pooran, will try to bounce back from an opening game loss and try to break SF's unblemished record.

This morning match, which is part of a double-header, will see exciting T20 action before a lively 12,000-strong crowd celebrating MLC's record West Coast launch. With SF leading the head-to-head strength, this do-or-die match at the Coliseum, which is known to favor batting, could prove to be a turning point in the longer 34-game season.

Oakland Coliseum Cricket Stadium Stats

The Oakland Coliseum is hosting its inaugural tier-one cricket games in MLC 2025, using a drop-in pitch from Nassau County, New York. The pitch is providing early seam movement but then becomes batsman-friendly, as in the season opener's high-scoring encounter. As the second match of the June 15-16 double-header, the pitch could flatten even more, possibly resulting in another run-fest.

Total Matches: 4
Batting 1st Won: 3
Batting 2nd Won: 1
No Result: 0
Highest Total: 269/5 San Francisco Unicorns v Washington Freedom in 2025
Lowest Total: 146 all out, Washington Freedom v San Francisco Unicorns in 2025
Lowest Defended: 269/5 San Francisco Unicorns v Washington Freedom in 2025
Average 1st Innings Score: ~227
Average 2nd Innings Score: 164

SF vs NY: Head-to-Head Record

The San Francisco Unicorns and the New York Renegades have crossed paths twice in MLC history, with SF winning both matches, making it a tough game for NY this time around. The matches highlighted SF's invincibility, with NY failing to cope with their well-balanced attack. This spotless record makes their third meet at the Coliseum even more interesting.

Total Matches: 2
SF Wins: 2
NY Wins: 0
No Result: 0

Win %: San Francisco Unicorns – 100% (2/2), New York Renegades – 0% (0/2)

MLC 2025, LAS vs TEX Match 5: Oakland Coliseum cricket stadium stats and Head to Head

Sun, 15 Jun 2025 13:15:50 GMT

The fifth game of Major League Cricket (MLC) 2025 is between the Los Angeles Knight Riders (LAS) and Texas Super Kings (TEX) at the iconic Oakland Coliseum at 2:30 AM IST on Monday, June 16, 2025. LAS, under the captaincy of Sunil Narine and with stars like Andre Russell and Nitish Kumar, aims to rebound after losing their first game in the 2025 season. TEX, led by Faf du Plessis with the likes of Marcus Stoinis and Devon Conway, will look to keep the momentum going after a win in their initial match.

This morning's clash, on double-header day, guarantees thrilling T20 action before a lively 12,000-strong gathering, marking MLC's milestone West Coast debut. With both sides intensely competitive, this high-pressure match at the batting-friendly Coliseum has the potential to shape their fates in the longer 34-game season.

Oakland Coliseum Cricket Stadium Stats

The Oakland Coliseum is hosting its inaugural tier-one cricket games in MLC 2025, using a drop-in pitch from Nassau County, New York. The pitch is providing early seam movement but then becomes batsman-friendly, as in the season opener's high-scoring encounter. As the second game of the June 15-16 double-header, the pitch could flatten even more, possibly resulting in another run-fest.

Total Matches: 4
Batting 1st Won: 3
Batting 2nd Won: 1
No Result: 0
Highest Total: 269/5 San Francisco Unicorns v Washington Freedom in 2025
Lowest Total: 146 all out, Washington Freedom v San Francisco Unicorns in 2025
Lowest Defended: 269/5 San Francisco Unicorns v Washington Freedom in 2025
Average 1st Innings Score: ~227
Average 2nd Innings Score: 164

The toss continues to be crucial, with most of the venue matches won by teams batting first, indicating a boost in setting an imposing score. The Coliseum's energetic conditions maximize the ferocity of this big early-season duel.

LAS vs TEX: Head-to-Head Record

Los Angeles Knight Riders and Texas Super Kings have played each other twice in the history of MLC, halving their meetings with one win apiece, allowing for a closely fought game. Both previous games showcased competitive performances, with momentum swinging between the sides. This even record adds intrigue to their third meeting at the Coliseum.

Total Matches: 2
LAS Wins: 1
TEX Wins: 1
No Result: 0

Win %: Los Angeles Knight Riders – 50% (1/2), Texas Super Kings – 50% (1/2)

MLC 2025, Match 4: Seattle Orcas vs Washington Freedom Full Match Highlights

Sun, 15 Jun 2025 10:36:21 GMT

In Match 4 of the 2025 Major League Cricket (MLC) season, Seattle Orcas faces Washington Freedom at the Oakland Coliseum, California. Seattle won the toss and decided to bat first, but a stringent bowling performance by Washington, topped off with a clinical chase, aided them towards a simple 5-wicket win.

Seattle Orcas Innings

Batting first, the Orcas could not gain momentum and ended up at 145/9 from their 20 overs. David Warner was the highest scorer with 31 off 17 balls in a flashy knock, supplemented by Kyle Mayers's 27 off 17 deliveries. Wicketkeeper-captain Heinrich Klaasen contributed a measly 17 from 13 balls without being able to convert his start. The bowling was headed by Ian Holland, who swung the game with outstanding figures of 4/19 in 4 overs. Jack Edwards chipped in with 2/24 and Mitchell Owen did an outstanding job restricting their run rate, finishing with 1/24.

Washington Freedom Innings

In turn, Washington Freedom pursued the target without a problem, scoring 149/5 in 13.3 overs. Rachin Ravindra hit 44 off 18 balls to establish the platform early on, and captain Glenn Maxwell responded with a lusty 38 off 20 balls. Mitchell Owen helped complete the job with 25 off 11 balls. While Waqar Salamkheil collected 2/27, and there were short cameos by Harmeet Singh (1/18) and Obed McCoy (1/20), the total was too low to be defended.

Seattle Orcas vs Washington Freedom: Match Scorecard

Seattle Orcas – 145/9 (20 Overs)

Batting	Runs (Balls)	Bowling	Wickets/Runs (Overs)
David Warner	31 (17)	Ian Holland	4/19 (4)
Kyle Mayers	27 (17)	Jack Edwards	2/24 (4)
Heinrich Klaasen (wk/c)	17 (13)	Mitchell Owen	1/24 (4)

Washington Freedom – 149/5 (13.3 Overs)

Batting	Runs (Balls)	Bowling	Wickets/Runs (Overs)
Rachin Ravindra	44 (18)	Waqar Salamkheil	2/27 (3.3)
Glenn Maxwell (c)*	38 (20)	Harmeet Singh	1/18 (2)
Mitchell Owen	25 (11)	Obed McCoy	1/20 (3)

MLC 2025, Match 3: San Francisco Unicorns vs Los Angeles Knight Riders Full Match Highlights

Sun, 15 Jun 2025 10:21:07 GMT

In the 3rd Match of the 2025 Major League Cricket (MLC) season, the San Francisco Unicorns faced the Los Angeles Knight Riders at the Oakland Coliseum, California. The Knight Riders decided to bowl first, but the Unicorns' aggressive batting and merciless bowling confirmed them a 32-run win, extending their winning streak in the tournament.

San Francisco Unicorns Innings

Batting first, the San Francisco Unicorns dominated with a score of 219/8 in 20 overs. Jake Fraser-McGurk was incredible, hammering 88 off 38 balls, as Finn Allen gave a scintillating start with 52 from 27 balls. Captain Cooper Connolly chipped in with a solid 20 off 18 to steady the middle overs. Shadley van Schalkwyk (3/50 in 4 overs), Ali Khan (2/34), and Tanveer Sangha (1/29) were the wicket-takers for the Knight Riders.

Los Angeles Knight Riders Innings

In response, the Knight Riders were bowled out for 187 in 19.5 overs. Unmukt Chand batted valiantly with 53 off 32, and Matthew Tromp added 41 off 31, while captain Sunil Narine scored 27 off 13 to arouse hope temporarily. But San Francisco bowlers held their cool—Xavier Bartlett took 4/28 in 3.5 overs, and Haris Rauf equaled him with 4/41 from his full share, while Brody Couch supplemented with 1/32, finishing the job with clinical accuracy.

San Francisco Unicorns vs Los Angeles Knight Riders: Match Scorecard

San Francisco Unicorns – 219/8 (20 Overs)

Batting	Runs (Balls)	Bowling	Wickets/Runs (Overs)
Jake Fraser-McGurk	88 (38)	Shadley van Schalkwyk	3/50 (4)
Finn Allen	52 (27)	Ali Khan	2/34 (4)
Cooper Connolly (c)	20 (18)	Tanveer Sangha	1/29 (3)

Los Angeles Knight Riders – 187/10 (19.5 Overs)

Batting	Runs (Balls)	Bowling	Wickets/Runs (Overs)
Unmukt Chand	53 (32)	Xavier Bartlett	4/28 (3.5)
Matthew Tromp	41 (31)	Haris Rauf	4/41 (4)
Sunil Narine (c)	27 (13)	Brody Couch	1/32 (4)

MLC 2025, SEA vs WAS Match 4: Oakland Coliseum cricket stadium stats and Head to Head

Sat, 14 Jun 2025 12:33:49 GMT

The fourth game of Major League Cricket (MLC) 2025 is an exciting tie between the Seattle Orcas (SEA) and the Washington Freedom (WAS) at the legendary Oakland Coliseum on June 15, 2025. The Orcas, captained by Heinrich Klaasen and coached by Matthew Mott, hope to recover from a poor season in 2024 when they last-placed themselves with just a single victory. With a team comprised of David Warner, Shimron Hetmyer, and Sikandar Raza, SEA are looking to make an impact. Washington Freedom, the 2024 MLC titleholders with Steve Smith at the helm, suffered a heavy loss against the San Francisco Unicorns in the season opener while chasing 269/5. With Rachin Ravindra, Glenn Maxwell, and Saurabh Netravalkar, WAS looks to use their championship credentials to get back on track. This evening's encounter guarantees high-energy T20 cricket action in front of a lively 12,000-strong audience in celebration of MLC's historic West Coast foray.

Oakland Coliseum Cricket Stadium Stats

The Oakland Coliseum is hosting its inaugural high-level cricket games in MLC 2025, using a drop-in pitch from Nassau County, New York. The pitch provides initial seam movement followed by batsman-friendly conditions, as witnessed in the high-scoring opener. Since Match 4 is the second match of a double-header on June 15, the pitch can flatten further, and that might result in another high-scoring match.

Total Matches: 2
Batting 1st Won: 2
Batting 2nd Won: 0
No Result: 0
Highest Total: 269/5 by San Francisco Unicorns vs Washington Freedom in 2025
Lowest Total: 146 all out by Washington Freedom vs San Francisco Unicorns in 2025
Lowest Defended: 269/5 by San Francisco Unicorns vs Washington Freedom in 2025
Average 1st Innings Score: 215 (estimated from limited data of two matches, including SF vs WAS and presumed data of NY vs TEX)

The toss is still crucial, with all three at the stadium being won by batting first, indicating a benefit in posting a large total. The lively conditions at the Coliseum will heighten the intensity of this important early-season game.

Head-to-Head Record: SEA vs WAS

Seattle Orcas and Washington Freedom have played each other twice in MLC history, with an even record that promises a closely fought match. Their previous matches have been closely contested, with both sides presenting competitive performances.

Total Matches: 2
SEA Wins: 1
WAS Wins: 1
No Result: 0

Win %: Seattle Orcas – 50% (1/2), Washington Freedom – 50% (1/2)

MLC 2025, SF vs LAS Match 3: Oakland Coliseum cricket stadium stats and Head to Head

Sat, 14 Jun 2025 12:00:00 GMT

The third match of Major League Cricket (MLC) 2025 between the San Francisco Unicorns (SF) and the Los Angeles Knight Riders (LAS) is to be held at the historic Oakland Coliseum on June 15, 2025. SF, with Finn Allen and Glenn Maxwell leading them, comes into this match with high spirits and a strong batting order after a record-breaking 269/5 opening match against Washington Freedom. LAS, led by Sunil Narine, has a well-balanced team with Andre Russell, Nitiesh Kumar, and the spin of Narine to neutralize SF's firepower on a track that could provide early movement but is batsman-friendly later.

It's a West Coast derby in this MLC expansion on the U.S. West Coast that will electrify the 12,000-capacity Oakland Coliseum and highlight cricket's expanding presence in America.

SF v LAS: Oakland Coliseum Cricket Stadium Stats

The Oakland Coliseum welcomes its inaugural top-level cricket games in MLC 2025, with a drop-in pitch from Nassau County, New York. The pitch provides early support to seamers before becoming a batting-friendly track, as seen in the high-scoring opening game.

Total Matches: 2
Batting 1st Won: 2
Batting 2nd Won: 0
No Result: 0
Highest Total: 269/5 by San Francisco Unicorns vs Washington Freedom in 2025
Lowest Total: 146 all out by Washington Freedom vs San Francisco Unicorns in 2025
Lowest Defended: 269/5 by San Francisco Unicorns vs Washington Freedom in 2025
Average 1st Innings Score: 215 (estimated from limited data of two matches, including SF vs WAS and presumed data of NY vs TEX)

The team batting first will most likely be benefited by the pitch, with the toss deciding the factor in this context. The electric atmosphere, with almost a full house attendance, will add to the magnitude of this match.

SF vs LAS: Head-to-Head Record

The San Francisco Unicorns and Los Angeles Knight Riders have met each other twice in MLC history, with SF having a flawless record on the head-to-head count. This head-to-head superiority creates tension, as LAS aims to upstage the Unicorns at their home ground.

Total Matches: 2
SF Wins: 2
LAS Wins: 0
No Result: 0

Win %: San Francisco Unicorns – 100% (2/2), Los Angeles Knight Riders – 0% (0/2)

SF's explosive batting effort, spearheaded by Finn Allen's 151 in the opener and complemented by Glenn Maxwell and Haris Rauf's bowling, makes them the favorites, particularly on a high-scoring Oakland pitch. LAS's hopes depend on all-round depth, and Narine's spin and Russell's power-hitting must come into the fray to upset SF's momentum. The high-stakes encounter promises enthralling T20 action, pitting the best of the talents and MLC's increasing profile in a historic ground.

MLC 2025, Match 2: MI New York vs Texas Super Kings Full Match Highlights

Sat, 14 Jun 2025 11:03:59 GMT

In a nail-biting Match 2 of the 2025 Major League Cricket (MLC) season between MI New York (NY) vs Texas Super Kings (TEX) at the Oakland Coliseum, California, MI New York decided to bowl first against Texas Super Kings. The choice came close to paying off, but ultimately, Texas kept their nerves up in a gripping game to win by just 3 runs and notch their first win of the season.

Texas Super Kings Innings

Batting first, Texas Super Kings reached a fighting total of 185/6 in 20 overs, thanks to a good opening partnership. Devon Conway went about his innings in a classy 65 off 44 deliveries, with skipper Calvin Savage contributing a quick 53 off 34 balls. Milind Kumar also contributed a useful 19 off 13 in maintaining the momentum. For the MI New York bowlers, Michael Bracewell was the pick of the bowlers with 2/34 in 4 overs, while Sunny Patel (1/23 in 3) and Ehsan Adil (1/36 in 4) gave timely breakthroughs.

MI New York Innings

Pursuing 186, MI New York got close, scoring 182/8 in their 20 overs. Monank Patel provided them a solid foundation with an elegant 62 off 44, and Michael Bracewell added bite in the mid-overs with 38 off 21. Kieron Pollard's rapid 32 off 16 gave MI New York a genuine chance, but precise bowling in the death overs from Texas closed the deal. Adam Milne was outstanding with 3/22 off his 4 overs, and Mohammad Mohsin (1/27 off 3) and Noor Ahmad (1/33 off 4) assisted ably.

Texas Super Kings' hard-fought 3-run victory demonstrated their maturity in the face of pressure and set the tone for a gripping season to come in the 2025 MLC.

MI New York vs Texas Super Kings: Match Scorecard

Texas Super Kings – 185/6 (20 Overs)

Batting	Runs (Balls)	Bowling	Wickets/Runs (Overs)
Devon Conway (wk)	65 (44)	Michael Bracewell	2/34 (4)
Calvin Savage (c)	53 (34)	Sunny Patel	1/23 (3)
Milind Kumar	19 (13)	Ehsan Adil	1/36 (4)

MI New York – 182/8 (20 Overs)

Batting	Runs (Balls)	Bowling	Wickets/Runs (Overs)
Monank Patel	62 (44)	Adam Milne	3/22 (4)
Michael Bracewell	38 (21)	Mohammad Mohsin	1/27 (3)
Kieron Pollard	32 (16)	Noor Ahmad	1/33 (4)

MLC 2025, NY vs TEX Match 2: Oakland Coliseum cricket stadium stats and Head to Head

Fri, 13 Jun 2025 14:10:27 GMT

The second game of Major League Cricket (MLC) 2025 on June 14, 2025, at Oakland Coliseum, is an eagerly awaited encounter between MI New York (NY) and Texas Super Kings (TEX). MI New York, the 2023 MLC champions led by Kieron Pollard, are eager to kick off their campaign with a statement win after a mixed 2024 season where they scraped into the playoffs. Their run-battling power, fueled by Nicholas Pooran's fiery form and Q. de kock, will seek to overwhelm a Texas bowling unit that features Marcus Stoinis and Noor Ahmad.

Texas Super Kings, led by the experienced Faf du Plessis, arrive for the game with confidence, having bested MI New York in the 2024 season with two victories in their head-to-head matches. Their top batting order with Devon Conway and Faf du Plessis is equipped to make the most of the batting-friendly conditions that Oakland Coliseum promises. TSK's well-rounded team, strengthened by all-rounders Mitchell marsh and milind kumar provides them with an advantage in adjusting to the new drop-in pitch that will prove to be helpful to bowlers in the early going before rewarding batsmen. The coin toss may prove to be decisive, with teams batting first possibly gaining an advantage from the new surface.

This series marks a key milestone for MLC's growth to the U.S. West Coast, with Oakland Coliseum staging its inaugural high-level cricket matches. The 12,000-strong attendance is likely to develop into an electric environment, building the stakes for each team. MI New York will seek to use their experience of being champions, while Texas Super Kings, with their Chennai Super Kings legacy behind them, will seek to extend their reign over NY. This match is set to be high-intensity T20 cricket, featuring some of the world's top players in a historic facility, further increasing cricket's presence in the United States.

Oakland Coliseum Cricket Stadium Stats

The Oakland Coliseum will host its first top-tier cricket matches in MLC 2025. The stadium has a drop-in pitch that was brought in from Nassau County, New York, which is hoped to provide an evenly balanced surface with early movement for bowlers and strong scoring chances for batsmen as the game wears on.

Total Matches: 1
Batting 1st Won: 1
Batting 2nd Won: 0
No Result: 0
Highest Total: 269/5 by SF vs WAS in 2025
Lowest Total: 146 all out by SF vs WAS in 2025
Average 1st Innings Score: 160

Head-to-Head Record: NY vs TEX

Head-to-head, MI New York and Texas Super Kings have met four times, with Texas Super Kings having the one-sided record, with three wins, and MI New York winning once. This record makes their MLC 2025 match even more interesting since MINY is looking to turn around TSK's current dominance.

Total Matches: 4
NY Wins: 1
TEX Wins: 3
No Result: 0

Win %: Washington Freedom leads with a 75% win percentage (3/4), while San Francisco Unicorns have a 25% win percentage (1/4).

MLC 2025, Match 1: San Francisco Unicorns vs Washington Freedom Full Match Highlights

Fri, 13 Jun 2025 10:27:43 GMT

In a dominant opening clash of the 2025 Major League Cricket (MLC) season between Washington Freedom and San Francisco Unicorns at the Oakland Coliseum, California, Washington Freedom decided to bowl first. This was followed by a batting lesson and a comprehensive all-round show, with the Unicorns thrashing Washington Freedom by 123 runs to secure a convincing victory in Match 1 of the tournament.

San Francisco Unicorns Innings

Batting first in the MLC 2025 opener, the San Francisco Unicorns scored a staggering 269/5 in 20 overs, courtesy of a record knock by Finn Allen, who scythed his way to 151 runs from just 51 balls. His innings included a barrage of boundaries and sixes that destroyed the Washington bowling unit. He was iffy, supported by captain Hassan Khan (38 off 18) and Sanjay Krishnamurthy (36 off 20), which kept the run rate over 13. Washington bowlers had a bad day; however, Jack Edwards (2/39 in 4), Mitchell Owen (1/33), and Ian Holland (1/30) could manage to pick up some wickets.

Washington Freedom Innings

Chasing an enormous target, Washington Freedom collapsed under pressure, getting bowled out for 146 in 13.1 overs. Though Rachin Ravindra (42 off 17) and Mitchell Owen (39 off 20) attempted to stage a resistance, the rest of the team didn't support them. The bowlers of the Unicorns were clinical, topped by Haris Rauf (3/30 in 3.1 overs) and Hassan Khan (3/38 in 4 overs). Carmi le Roux also contributed 2/35, seeing San Francisco begin the tournament in commanding style. A 123-run win by the Unicorns set the tone for the rest of the MLC 2025 campaign.

San Francisco Unicorns vs Washington Freedom: Match Scorecard

San Francisco Unicorns – 269/5 (20 Overs)

Batting	Runs (Balls)	Bowling	Wickets/Runs (Overs)
Finn Allen	151 (51)	Jack Edwards	2/39 (4)
Hassan Khan	38 (18)	Ian Holland	1/30 (2)
Sanjay Krishnamurthy	36 (20)	Mitchell Owen	1/33 (3)

Washington Freedom – 146/10 (13.1 Overs)

Batting	Runs (Balls)	Bowling	Wickets/Runs (Overs)
Rachin Ravindra	42 (17)	Haris Rauf	3/30 (3.1)
Mitchell Owen	39 (20)	Hassan Khan	3/38 (4)
Jack Edwards	21 (7)	Carmi le Roux	2/35 (3)