Cricket Prediction | TSK vs WSF | Major League Cricket 2025 | 23rd Match | July 02 – Which Team Looks Stronger?

TSK vs WSF Match Analysis

The 23rd match of MLC 2025 will be held at Central Broward Park, Lauderhill, on July 2nd. Cricket under the lights—expect fireworks in this evening’s T20 thriller. Both teams are in playoff contention, and a win here could be pivotal for their standings.

Texas Super Kings are one of the tournament’s most consistent and high-scoring sides. Led by the seasoned Faf du Plessis, their batting firepower has overwhelmed opponents on multiple occasions. 

Washington Freedom has found form at the right time, thanks to a balanced squad and clever leadership. Under Glenn Maxwell’s aggressive captaincy, the team has started clicking in all departments. 

Texas Super Kings vs Washington Freedom Team Preview & Squads

Texas Super Kings

Faf du Plessis brings with him a wealth of experience from international cricket and various T20 leagues. His leadership is calm, calculated, and tactical—qualities that have helped Texas stay on top of tough situations. The top order is spearheaded by du Plessis and Devon Conway, both in fine touch this season. The middle order is stabilized by the likes of Donovan Ferreira and Daryl Mitchell, who offer both stability and firepower. 

Akeal Hosein and Adam Milne lead the charge with the ball, offering both economy and breakthroughs. The spin options in Noor Ahmad and Mohammad Mohsin add variety and middle-over control. 

In their last outing, TSK posted a massive 223/4 against MI New York, with the top order firing on all cylinders. The bowling unit maintained good discipline, restricting MI New York to 184/9. Akeal Hosein starred with the ball, while Faf du Plessis once again led from the front with the bat. The 39-run win was a dominant display from a confident TSK unit.

Texas Super Kings Squad

Texas Super Kings

Faf du Plessis (C), Nandre Burger, Devon Conway, Donovan Ferreira, Akeal Hosein, Milind Kumar, Adam Milne, Daryl Mitchell, Mohammad Mohsin, Saiteja Mukkamalla, Noor Ahmad, Smit Patel (WK), Shubham Ranjane, Calvin Savage, Joshua Tromp, Stephen Wiig, Zia-ul-Haq.

Washington Freedom

Glenn Maxwell steers WSF like a jazz drummer—chaotic brilliance backed by calculated rhythm. Few can match his ability to flip a game solo, be it with a blistering knock or a fiery spell. Maxwell’s leadership has helped Washington find a settled playing XI with winning momentum.

Washington’s batting revolves around the top-order strength of Glenn Phillips, Steven Smith, and Andries Gous. Rachin Ravindra and Mark Chapman provide stability in the middle, while Jack Edwards and Maxwell himself can accelerate as needed. 

The bowling attack is well-rounded, with Lockie Ferguson and Jason Behrendorff handling pace duties. Both Netravalkar and Forde bring consistency and control as supporting seamers. Aponso and Ravindra form the spin duo, capable of tying down opposition batters in the middle overs.

The last time they met, WSF showcased dominance through a well-rounded display against the San Francisco Unicorns. They posted a respectable 169/6, thanks to a team effort with the bat. The bowlers then tightened the screws, restricting San Francisco to 157/9. The 12-run win was a critical boost to their playoff hopes.

Washington Freedom Squad

Washington Freedom

Glenn Maxwell (C), Amila Aponso, Jason Behrendorff, Mark Chapman, Justin Dill, Jack Edwards, Lockie Ferguson, Matthew Forde, Andries Gous (WK), Ian Holland, Lahiru Milantha, Mukhtar Ahmed, Saurabh Netravalkar, Mitchell Owen, Abhishek Paradkar, Glenn Phillips, Obus Pienaar, Rachin Ravindra, Ben Sears, Steven Smith, Yasir Mohammad.

TSK vs WSF Outfield Report

Central Broward Regional Park Stadium Turf Ground, Lauderhill

The Lauderhill pitch is renowned for its flat batting deck, particularly in the first innings. Batters can expect true bounce and value for their shots, while bowlers must rely on variations. There might be a bit of turn on offer for the spinners later in the game.

The forecast for July 2nd in Lauderhill predicts warm conditions with temperatures hovering around 30°C. Humidity is expected to be on the higher side, which could affect bowlers late in the game. No rainfall is expected, so a full match should be on the cards.

A score of 180–190 is considered par for the first innings at Lauderhill in the MLC. Teams batting first have generally had the upper hand, with the highest recorded score being above 220. Chasing anything above 190 becomes tricky due to slower conditions in the second half.

Texas Super Kings vs Washington Freedom Head-to-Head Stats of Last 5 Matches

In the last five meetings, Texas Super Kings have beaten Washington Freedom on three occasions. 

TSK vs WSF Prediction

According to cricket analysts Washington Freedom 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.