MLC 2025: The San Francisco Unicorns’ journey in Major League Cricket (MLC) has been a tale of resilience and revival. After a disappointing debut in 2023—where they missed out on the playoffs and finished fifth—they bounced back in spectacular fashion in 2024, making a deep run to the final before falling just short of the title.
As the 2025 season kicks off on June 12, the Unicorns will be eager to put the heartbreak of last year’s final behind them and launch a fresh title charge. They begin their campaign with a blockbuster clash against reigning champions Washington Freedom at the Oakland Coliseum in California
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Matches: 5
Wins: 2
Losses: 3
Tied: 0
No Result: 0
Points: 4
Position: 5th
Under the leadership of Aaron Finch, the Unicorns began their MLC campaign with promise, defeating MI New York by 22 runs in their opening match.
However, their momentum faltered with a 35-run loss to Seattle Orcas in their second game. They responded with a solid 21-run victory over the LA Knight Riders but were unable to maintain consistency. Consecutive defeats—by 30 runs to Washington Freedom and by 3 wickets to Texas Super Kings—ended their playoff hopes. With just 2 wins from 5 matches, the Unicorns placed fifth in the six-team standings.
PERFORMANCE IN 2024
Matches: 7
Wins: 5
Losses: 1
Tied: 0
No Result: 1
Points: 11
Position: 2nd
A key change ahead of the 2024 season was the appointment of New Zealand all-rounder Corey Anderson as captain—a move that paid rich dividends.
The Unicorns began the season on a high, defeating the LA Knight Riders by 6 wickets. They stumbled in their second match, losing to Texas Super Kings by 7 wickets. Their third fixture, again against LA Knight Riders, was washed out due to rain, earning them a single point.
That’s when the real turnaround began. The Unicorns went on a four-match winning streak, beating Seattle Orcas by 23 runs, MI New York by 3 runs, and Washington Freedom twice—first by 6 wickets and then by 7 wickets—to storm into the playoffs.
In the Qualifier, however, Washington Freedom turned the tables, handing the Unicorns a 9-wicket defeat. But the Unicorns stayed alive by edging out Texas Super Kings by 10 runs in the Eliminator, booking a place in the final.
Facing Washington Freedom for the third time in the tournament, the Unicorns fell short when it mattered most. In a one-sided final, they lost by 96 runs and finished as runners-up in a remarkable comeback season.
STANDOUT PERFORMERS
Finn Allen: Finn Allen emerged as the batting mainstay for the San Francisco Unicorns in the 2024 season. The explosive opener amassed 306 runs in 9 matches at an average of 34.00 and a blistering strike rate of 187.73. He finished as the team's highest run-scorer, with one century and two half-centuries to his name. Allen’s dynamic performances at the top were pivotal to the Unicorns’ resurgence and run to the final.
Hassan Khan: All-rounder Hassan Khan played a crucial role in the Unicorns’ turnaround season with his impactful contributions in both departments. He scored 204 runs and was the team’s second-highest run-scorer, while also finishing as their leading wicket-taker with 10 dismissals. His consistent all-round performances made him one of the most valuable players in the Unicorns’ 2024 campaign.
SQUAD IN 2025
Finn Allen, Matthew Short, Jake Fraser-McGurk, Sherfane Rutherford, Corey Anderson, Karima Gore, Sanjay Krishnamurthi, Tajinder Singh, Jahmar Hamilton, Josh Inglis, Pat Cummins, Brody Couch, Carmi le Roux, Hassan Khan, Liam Plunkett, Haris Rauf, Matt Henry, Abrar Ahmed
CAPTAIN: Corey Anderson
COACH: Shane Watson
SCHEDULE
San Francisco Unicorns - MLC 2025 Fixtures- vs Washington Freedom – 1st Match
Date: June 12 (Thu)
Venue: Oakland Coliseum, California
Time: June 13, 01:00 AM GMT / 6:30 AM IST / 6:00 PM LOCAL
- vs Los Angeles Knight Riders – 3rd Match
Date: June 14 (Sat)
Venue: Oakland Coliseum, California
Time: June 15, 09:00 PM GMT / 2:30 AM IST (Jun 16) / 2:00 PM LOCAL
- vs MI New York – 6th Match
Date: June 15 (Sun)
Venue: Oakland Coliseum, California
Time: June 16, 01:00 AM GMT / 6:30 AM IST / 6:00 PM LOCAL
- vs Texas Super Kings – 10th Match
Date: June 20 (Fri)
Venue: Grand Prairie Stadium, Dallas
Time: June 21, 12:00 AM GMT / 5:30 AM IST / 7:00 PM LOCAL (Jun 20)
- vs MI New York – 14th Match
Date: June 23 (Mon)
Venue: Grand Prairie Stadium, Dallas
Time: June 24, 12:00 AM GMT / 5:30 AM IST / 7:00 PM LOCAL (Jun 23)
- vs Seattle Orcas – 16th Match
Date: June 25 (Wed)
Venue: Grand Prairie Stadium, Dallas
Time: June 26, 12:00 AM GMT / 5:30 AM IST / 7:00 PM LOCAL (Jun 25)
- vs Washington Freedom – 19th Match
Date: June 28 (Sat)
Venue: Grand Prairie Stadium, Dallas
Time: June 29, 08:00 PM GMT / 1:30 AM IST (Jun 30) / 3:00 PM LOCAL
- vs Seattle Orcas – 22nd Match
Date: July 1 (Tue)
Venue: Central Broward Regional Park, Lauderhill, Florida
Time: July 2, 11:00 PM GMT / 4:30 AM IST (Jul 3) / 7:00 PM LOCAL
- vs Texas Super Kings – 25th Match
Date: July 4 (Fri)
Venue: Central Broward Regional Park, Lauderhill, Florida
Time: July 5, 07:00 PM GMT / 12:30 AM IST (Jul 6) / 3:00 PM LOCAL
- vs Los Angeles Knight Riders – 30th Match
Date: July 6 (Sun)
vs Central Broward Regional Park, Lauderhill, Florida
Time: July 7, 11:00 PM GMT / 4:30 AM IST (Jul 8) / 7:00 PM LOCAL
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