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Texas Super Kings and San Francisco Unicorns. (Photo source: X)

San Francisco Unicorns (SF) are all set to take on Texas Super Kings (TEX) in match No. 25 of the ongoing Major League Cricket (MLC) 2025 at the Central Broward Regional Park Stadium Turf Ground in Lauderhill, Florida, on Saturday, July 5.

This is a clash of table-toppers in the business end of the competition. The Unicorns are at the top of the table, having won six matches and lost just two so far. They have already qualified for the playoffs. However, they have suffered two defeats in a row after winning all of their first six matches. The Matthew Short-led side beat Texas in the previous meeting between the two sides this year. They chased down a 199-run target with seven wickets and 23 balls to spare.

Meanwhile, TEX are second in the standings. They have also won six matches and lost a couple. While their net run rate (NRR) isn't as great as that of the Unicorns, they have been in better form of late. Their two defeats came in the middle of the league, with three victories before and after it. So, the Men in Yellow are on a three-match winning streak. Texas have also made it to the playoffs.

Match Details

Match	San Francisco Unicorns vs Texas Super Kings, Match 25, MLC 2025
Venue	Central Broward Regional Park Stadium Turf Ground, Lauderhill
Date & Time	Saturday, July 05, 12:30 am (IST)
Live Broadcast and Streaming Details	Star Sports Network and JioHotstar (app & website)

Pitch Report

Central Broward Stadium in Florida offers a surface which has a decent balance between bat and ball. The new ball can move around, while the spinners will come into play once the ball gets old. Batters will have to bide their time a little bit before going hammer and tongs. Usually, it isn't easy for a new batter to come and hit the big shots at this venue.

Head-to-Head Record

Matches Played	4
Won by San Francisco Unicorns	2
Won by Texas Super Kings	2
Tied	0
No Result	0
First-ever Fixture	July 25, 2023
Most-recent Fixture	June 21, 2025

Predicted Playing XIs San Francisco Unicorns

Matthew Short (C), Finn Allen, Jake Fraser-McGurk, Sanjay Krishnamurthi, Hassan Khan, Romario Shepherd, Tim Seifert (WK), Xavier Bartlett, Karima Gore, Brody Couch, Liam Plunkett.

Texas Super Kings

Marcus Stoinis (C), Daryl Mitchell, Shubham Ranjane, Donovan Ferreira, Smit Patel (WK), Saiteja Mukkamalla, Calvin Savage, Akeal Hosein, Noor Ahmad, Nandre Burger, Zia-ul-Haq.

Probable Best Performers of the Match Probable Best Batter: Finn Allen

Finn Allen could be the batter to watch out for. He has already amassed 328 runs from seven innings at an average of 46.86 and a strike rate of 227.78. The Kiwi opener would be looking to carry his good form and get the Unicorns off to a dazzling start on Saturday.

Probable Best Bowler: Xavier Bartlett

The Australian seamer, Xavier Bartlett, could turn out to be the best bowler on Saturday. He has been in tremendous rhythm and has accounted for 16 wickets in eight games at an average of 15.75. Bartlett's economy rate is just under nine, which is good enough for someone who bowls the tough overs and picks up a lot of wickets.

Today's Match Prediction: Team Bowling First to win the match

Scenario 1

• San Francisco Unicorns win the toss and opt to bowl first.
• Powerplay: 45-50
• TEX: 145-155
• San Francisco Unicorns win the match.

Scenario 2

• Texas Super Kings win the toss and opt to bowl first.
• Powerplay: 50-55
• SF: 150-160
• Texas Super Kings win the match.

Disclaimer: The prediction is based on the understanding, analysis, and instinct of the author. While making your prediction, consider the points mentioned and make your own decision.

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