Texas Super Kings vs San Francisco Unicorns: Today’s MLC Showdown
The clash between Texas Super Kings and San Francisco Unicorns in Major League Cricket (MLC) 2025 is proving to be a thriller. Held at Grand Prairie Stadium, Dallas, this high-voltage encounter has swung in favor of the Unicorns, marking another statement win in their campaign.
Match Overview & Key Highlights
Date & Venue:
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Saturday, June 21, 2025 at the Grand Prairie Stadium, Dallas.
Outcome:
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The Unicorns chased down 199 with ease, defeating the Super Kings by 8 wickets (or 7, per one report), completing the chase with 23 balls to spare.
Result Impact:
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San Francisco remains unbeaten with 4 wins in 4 games, cementing their spot at the top of the standings.
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Texas Super Kings, despite the loss, had earlier looked unstoppable and will look to bounce back.
Top Performers
Here’s a quick snapshot of the standout contributions:
| Team | Player | Performance Details |
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| Texas Super Kings | Faf du Plessis | Smacked a brilliant 100 off 51 balls (6 fours, 7 sixes) |
| Devon Conway | Added solid support (23 off 23) for Super Kings | |
| San Francisco Unicorns | Finn Allen | Blitzed away with 78 off 35 balls, continuing his onslaught |
| Matthew Short | Scored an aggressive half-century, setting up the chase |
Match Progression
1. Texas Super Kings Innings:
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Electing to bat, the Super Kings posted 198/5. The innings was lit up by Faf du Plessis’s blitzkrieg century. However, lack of depth beyond him pressured them late in the innings.
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Conway and Saiteja Mukkamalla provided key partnerships, but the total felt slightly short on a flat batting surface.
2. San Francisco Unicorns Chase:
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Chasing 199, the Unicorns kicked off in explosive fashion.
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Half-centuries from Short and Allen sealed the win emphatically with a healthy 23-ball cushion.
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The pace duo and strong batting depth proved decisive.
Factors Behind Unicorns’ Win
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Explosive Start: Allen and Short blazed away early, placing immense pressure on the Super Kings' bowlers.
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Flat Pitch, Batting Paradise: The Grand Prairie surface tilted in favor of the batters, turning this into a run-fest.
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Depth & Form: Unicorns have a balanced side—brutal batting power and penetration in bowling — crucial in defending momentum.
Match Facts at a Glance
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Toss: Texas Super Kings elected to bat first.
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Playing Conditions: Dry, flat pitch + small boundary = ideal for scoring.
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Result: Unicorns won by 8 wickets with 23 balls remaining (some reports say 7 wickets).
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Broadcast: Star Sports and JioHotstar live-streamed the match in India.
What This Means for Both Teams
San Francisco Unicorns
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Keep up the perfect record: 4/4 wins.
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Now firmly top of the MLC standings.
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Confidence high going into future games.
Texas Super Kings
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A tough loss despite a valiant effort from key batters.
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Have strong batting attack but need better bowling depth.
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Likely finish in top four, but must regroup quickly.
What to Watch Next
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Magic Of Faf du Plessis: Can he spark another innings like today?
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Unicorns’ Batting Blitz: Will their explosiveness remain consistent?
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Texas Bowling Adjustments: How will they evolve strategies on flat decks?
Key Takeaways
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Unicorns show brutal batting form and consistency – four wins from as many.
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Texas need a deeper bowling attack to back up batting heroics.
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The Grand Prairie Stadium continues to serve as a hitters’ paradise.
Final Word
The San Francisco Unicorns have announced themselves as a serious threat in MLC 2025 with yet another dominant, yet ruthless display. Texas Super Kings, despite marquee performances, come up short due to a lack of support beyond their mainstays. If both sides keep delivering, this rivalry promises more high-octane thrillers as the tournament heads into the business end.
