Cricket Prediction | SF vs SEO | Major League Cricket 2025 | 22nd Match | July 01 – Is an Upset Coming?

SF vs SEO Match Analysis

The 22nd match of Major League Cricket (MLC) 2025 will take place between San Francisco Unicorns and Seattle Orcas at Central Broward Park, Lauderhill, Florida, on July 1. This contest is scheduled under the lights, with both teams aiming to advance their playoff hopes. 

San Francisco Unicorns have shown flashes of brilliance this season but have struggled with consistency. Led by Matthew Short, the side features explosive batters and experienced bowlers but has failed to close out crucial games. 

Seattle Orcas have had a more stable campaign, notching up big wins and showing strong finishing power. With a dynamic middle order and depth in both departments, they’re currently one of the strongest contenders. 

San Francisco Unicorns vs Seattle Orcas Team Preview & Squads

San Francisco Unicorns

Matthew Short, the Australian top-order batter and current captain of the Unicorns, brings leadership and explosive hitting to SF. He has been a consistent performer in franchise leagues worldwide, setting the tone at the top. 

The SF batting lineup features power-hitters like Finn Allen and Jake Fraser-McGurk, alongside seasoned campaigners like Tim Seifert and Hammad Azam. While they have explosive potential at the top, middle-order collapses have hurt them in tight chases. 

The pace battery includes the fiery Haris Rauf and consistent Xavier Bartlett, who provide early breakthroughs. Romario Shepherd and Liam Plunkett bring experience and variation in the middle overs. 

In their last outing, the Unicorns went down to Washington Freedom by 12 runs in a tense match. Bowling first, they restricted Washington to 169/6 with decent spells from their pacers. In reply, their chase started well but faltered in the middle, with regular wickets stalling momentum. Despite a late fightback, they finished at 157/9 and couldn’t cross the finish line.

San Francisco Unicorns Squad

San Francisco Unicorns

Matthew Short (C), Finn Allen, Xavier Bartlett, Cooper Connolly, Brody Couch, Juanoy Drysdale, Jake Fraser-McGurk, Karima Gore, Jahmar Hamilton (WK), Hammad Azam, Haris Rauf, Hassan Khan, Sanjay Krishnamurthi, Carmi le Roux, Liam Plunkett, Tim Seifert, Romario Shepherd, Callum Stow.

Seattle Orcas

Sikandar Raza, the Zimbabwean all-rounder, leads the SEO with confidence and flair. Renowned for his clutch spin and explosive batting, Raza offers the perfect blend of control and firepower. 

Seattle boasts one of the most formidable batting lineups in MLC 2025. With David Warner and Heinrich Klaasen forming a solid foundation, the finishing prowess of Shimron Hetmyer and Shayan Jahangir makes the side lethal. 

The Orcas’ bowling is equally impressive, with Obed McCoy and Fazalhaq Farooqi forming a potent left-arm pace combo. Harmeet Singh’s left-arm spin and Gulbadin Naib’s medium pace give versatility. 

The SEO achieved a dramatic victory over the Los Angeles Knight Riders in their last match. Chasing 203, the Orcas remained calm and collected to win with one ball to spare. Finishing in style, Hetmyer smashed a fiery 64 from 26 to steer his side home. 

Seattle Orcas Squad

Seattle Orcas

Sikandar Raza (C), Aaron Jones, Ali Sheikh, Josh Brown, Ayan Desai, Fazalhaq Farooqi, Cameron Gannon, Gulbadin Naib, Harmeet Singh, Shimron Hetmyer, Rahul Jariwala, Jasdeep Singh, Heinrich Klaasen, Kyle Mayers, Obed McCoy, Sujit Nayak, Shayan Jahangir (WK), Steven Taylor, Waqar Salamkheil, David Warner.

SF vs SEO Outfield Report

Central Broward Regional Park Stadium Turf Ground, Lauderhill

The Lauderhill pitch generally offers good bounce and tends to favor batters early on, but spinners can find grip as the game progresses. Fast bowlers might get swing in the initial overs under lights. It’s a surface where bowlers need to rely on variations and accuracy to be effective.

A sultry day awaits, with warmth and humidity dominating and highs reaching 31°C (88°F). There’s minimal chance of rain, making it ideal for a full match. Dew could play a factor in the second innings, especially in the latter stages of the match.

Historically, Lauderhill has seen scores above 180 being par in night games, especially when batting first. The highest T20 score here has crossed 240, while anything below 160 is often tricky to defend. Expect a high-scoring affair if either team bats first and capitalizes on the power play.

San Francisco Unicorns vs Seattle Orcas Head-to-Head Stats of Last 5 Matches

Seattle Orcas have dominated recent encounters, winning 4 out of the last 5 matches against the Unicorns. 

SF vs SEO Prediction

According to cricket analysts Seattle Orcas have a 52% chance of Winning.

Disclaimer: This cricket prediction is based on the author’s insights and analysis. Readers should consider the points discussed and draw their own conclusions.