WAS vs LAS Dream11 Prediction MLC 2025, Match 8, Team News, Pitch Report, Squad, Fantasy Teams

Washington Freedom and Los Angeles Knight Riders are next up to go on a collision course in match 8 of Major League Cricket 2025 at the Oakland Coliseum in California. The reigning champions, Freedom, would be hoping to continue with their winning ways after a win in the last game over Seattle Orcas by 5 wickets.

Los Angeles Knight Riders, on the other hand, have had a dreadful start to the season. Losing two out of two fixtures, the Knight Riders are languishing second last on the points table with a net run rate of -2.225. The team will be boosted with the return of Jason Holder, their regular skipper, who is expected to play in this fixture.

This game will be very crucial, especially for the Los Angeles Knight Riders, who are seeking their first win of the season. Freedom, meanwhile, with a win in this contest, will consolidate their third spot on the points table. Who will prevail in this contest? We will have to wait and see.

Let’s delve deeper into this post for the WAS vs LAS Dream11 prediction.

WAS vs LAS: Match Details

Date: 18th June 2025
Time: 6:30 AM IST
Venue: Oakland Coliseum in California

WAS vs LAS Head-to-Head

Matches Played: 2
LAS won: 0
WAS won: 2
No Result: 0
Tied: 0

Only two meetings have taken place between the Los Angeles Knight Riders and the Washington Freedom so far in MLC history. Both times, Washington Freedom has ended up on the winning side.

WAS vs LAS MLC 2025, Match 8, Oakland Coliseum in California Pitch Report

The pitch at Oakland Coliseum for Match 8 of MLC 2025 between Washington Freedom and Los Angeles Knight Riders featured a drop-in surface imported from Nassau County, designed to support high-octane T20 cricket. Early in the innings, the pitch offered noticeable seam movement, giving fast bowlers a brief window to exploit conditions. However, as the match progressed, it settled into a batsman-friendly track with true bounce and consistent pace, ideal for stroke play. Historical data from the venue showed a strong bias toward teams batting first, with five out of seven matches won by the side setting a target. The average first-innings score hovered around 196, while chasing sides struggled, averaging just 162. With the highest total recorded being 269/5, the surface clearly rewards aggressive intent and calculated risk-taking. Spinners found some grip under lights, but the pitch largely remained conducive to batting throughout the game

WAS vs LAS Team News and Expected Playing XI

LAS Team News

Andre Fletcher and Alex Hales are set to resume their duties at the top of the order, bringing an explosive start to the innings.
In the batting core, Nitish Kumar, Saif Badar, Unmukt Chand, Matthew Tromp, and Andre Russell are expected to form a solid middle and lower order.
The team is likely to welcome back their regular captain, Jason Holder, which could lead to a leadership boost on the field.
Should Holder slot back in, Shadley van Schalkwyk is the most probable omission to accommodate the change.
The bowling combination, which has shown consistency in recent matches, is likely to remain unchanged.

LAS Expected Playing XI: Andre Fletcher, Alex Hales, Unmukt Chand (wk), Nitish Kumar, Matthew Tromp, Andre Russell, Saif Badar, Sunil Narine (c), Shadley van Schalkwyk/Jason Holder, Ali Khan, Tanveer Sangha

WAS Team News

The team has received a setback with Steve Smith ruled out for the season, following a finger injury sustained during the WTC final.
Mark Adair has stepped in as a replacement for the injured Jason Behrendorff, adding depth to the pace-bowling department.
Lockie Ferguson’s absence from the XI appears to be injury-related, but if cleared fit, he is expected to make a direct return to the lineup.
Glenn Maxwell could find himself on the bench after two underwhelming performances, with Mark Chapman emerging as a likely candidate to take his place.

WAS Expected Playing XI: Mitchell Owen, Rachin Ravindra, Jack Edwards, Glenn Phillips, Glenn Maxwell (c), Andries Gous (wk), Obus Pienaar, Mukhtar Ahmed, Ian Holland, Saurabh Netravalkar, Abhishek Paradkar/Lockie Ferguson

Who Will Win WAS vs LAS MLC 2025 Match 8?

As per the betting odds provided by most of the bettors, the reigning champions, Washington Freedom, are tipped as the favorites to win this match.

Where to watch WAS vs LAS MLC 2025 Match 8?

The all-important clash between Washington Freedom and Los Angeles Knight Riders will take place on Wednesday, June 18, at 6:30 AM (IST). Online live streaming will take place on the JioHostar App. The TV streaming will take place on Sony Ten channels.

WAS vs LAS Dream11 Fantasy Team

Wicket-keepers: Unmukt Chand, Andre Fletcher
Batters: Alex Hales, Glenn Maxwell
All-Rounders: Mitchell Owen, Rachin Ravindra, Sunil Narine, Andre Russell, Jack Edwards, Ian Holland
Bowlers: Tanveer Sangha

C/VC Options- Mitchell Owen, Alex Hales, Sunil Narine, Rachin Ravindra