The much-anticipated MLC match between Seattle Orcas and Washington Freedom is set to take place on Saturday, July 13, at 6:30 AM at Grand Prairie Stadium in Dallas.
The Seattle Orcas are a rising force in Major League Cricket, known for their explosive batting lineup and strategic gameplay under seasoned leadership.
Renowned for their relentless competitive spirit, Washington Freedom features a well-balanced squad. They seamlessly blend explosive power hitters with adept bowlers, making them formidable adversaries in any format.
Under Coach Pravin Amre, the Seattle Orcas thrive on strategic acumen and discipline. Amre’s cricketing expertise and focus on skill development have significantly enhanced the team’s top-level competitiveness.
Wayne Parnell leads the Orcas with vast experience and a strong presence. His exemplary leadership has united the team and driven their ambitious goals.
Parnell’s leadership is bolstered by key players such as Aaron Jones, Quinton de Kock, and Heinrich Klaasen. Jones’ reliable batting, de Kock’s aggression, and Klaasen’s match-winning skills are invaluable to the team’s success.
In the first match of Major League Cricket on July 5, 2024, in Morrisville, Seattle Orcas posted 108 runs. MI New York easily overcome that target in 14.2 overs. Despite Seattle Orcas’ efforts, MI New York’s efficient batting ensured a comfortable win in the opening encounter.
Seattle Orcas
Nauman Anwar, Imad Wasim, Wayne Parnell, Aaron Jones, Cameron Gannon, Heinrich Klaasen, Hammad Azam, Shehan Jayasuriya, Ali Sheikh, Michael Bracewell, Ryan Rickelton, Harmeet Singh, Ayan Desai, Obed McCoy, Quinton de Kock, Shubham Ranjane, Nandre Burger, Zaman Khan.
Under the expert guidance of Ricky Ponting, recognized for his sharp tactical insight and deep knowledge of the game, the team has consistently strived for top-tier performance.
Steven Smith, celebrated for his leadership skills and exceptional batting, infuses the team with a mix of experience and innovative strategies.
The Washington Freedoms count on key players like Lockie Ferguson, known for his blistering pace and vital wickets; Akeal Hosein, whose crafty left-arm spin effectively hinders batsmen; and Glenn Maxwell, whose explosive batting
and versatile off-spin offer match-winning capabilities.
In the 5th match of Major League Cricket on July 8, 2024, in Morrisville, Washington Freedom made a strong start chasing Texas Super Kings’ formidable total of 203/5. Travis Head led the charge with 32 runs, supported by Steven
Smith’s 26, as they reached 62/0 in just 4 overs. However, rain interrupted play, ultimately resulting in the match ending without a result.
Washington Freedom
Akeal Hosein, Travis Head, Jack Edwards, Justin Dill, Lahiru Milantha, Steven Smith, Mukhtar Ahmed, Rachin Ravindra, Glenn Maxwell, Saurabh Netravalkar, Amila Aponso, Andrew Tye, Marco Jansen, Ian Holland, Obus Pienaar, Andries Gous, Lockie Ferguson, Akhilesh Reddy, Yasir Mohammad.
SEA vs WSH Match Details | ||
Match | Seattle Orcas vs Washington Freedoms, 8th Match | Group Stage | T20 MLC 2024 | |
Date | 13/07/2024 (Saturday) | |
Time | 6:30 AM BDT, 6:00 AM IST, 5:30 AM PKT | |
Format | T20I | |
Venue | Grand Prairie Stadium, Dallas | |
Recent performance | Seattle Orcas – L L W W L | Washington Freedoms – W NR L L W |
Live Streaming Details | Click here to watch the Live Streaming Score on JeetBuzz News | |
Grand Prairie Stadium Dallas
Dallas’s Grand Prairie Stadium is well known for its evenly distributed pitch, which provides equal opportunities for batters and bowlers. Fast bowlers, especially in the early phases of the game, find the surface extremely advantageous because it has high bounce and carry.
Dallas usually sees hot, muggy weather in July, with highs between 27°C and 35°C. It is anticipated that the forthcoming July 6th match will take place in warm weather with possibly high humidity levels.
The stadium is known for Bat and ball competition is balanced in games with scores between 150 and 180 runs. Lower-scoring matches usually provide exciting, closely contested finishes.
In their last five meetings, Seattle Orcas emerged victorious in two matches, while Washington claimed the win in three encounters.
Winning the toss
Seattle Orcas
Player of the Match
Most runs
Most wickets
Most sixes
Team Scores Batting First
According to cricket analysts, Seattle Orcas has a 53.4% chance of winning.
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