SF vs TEX Today’s Match Prediction & Cricket Betting Tips: Major League Cricket (MLC) 2025, Match 25, July 5
Published on: Jul 3, 2025 12:25 pm IST | Updated on: Jul 3, 2025 1:01 pm IST
The San Francisco Unicorns, who were flying high up until last week, have suddenly lost momentum after two defeats in a row. They will next face the highly spirited Texas Super Kings, who are heading into this contest on the back of a win over the reigning champions, Washington Freedom. It’s the battle of the table toppers, and we can expect a cracker of a game. In this post, we have come up with free expert tips for the 25th match of MLC 2025, SF vs TEX in Lauderhill.
Win Probability: SF vs TEX
It’s a clash of the table toppers. San Francisco Unicorns, who were terrific in their first six games, have suddenly lost momentum and succumbed to two defeats in a row. On the other hand, Super Kings, with three wins on the bounce, have grabbed the second spot on the points table and are suddenly looking like serious title contenders. With momentum on their side, the Super Kings are firm favorites to win this fixture. Let’s continue with the post and find out the best cricket tips for the 25th match of MLC 2025, SF vs TEX.
SF: 46% win chance
TEX: 54% win chance
- San Francisco Unicorns are the current table toppers with 6 wins and 2 losses from 8 matches.
- Despite two losses in a row, they still hold the pole position on the points table with 12 points and the best net run rate among all other teams.
- Texas Super Kings, with a win over Washington Freedom the other night, have climbed to the second spot.
- They now have 12 points to their name with a net run rate second to their opponents.
- In the reverse fixture between these two sides, San Francisco Unicorns defeated Texas Super Kings by 7 wickets.
Cricket Betting Tips for SF vs TEX- 25th Match MLC 2025
Faf du Plessis to score over 33.5
Faf du Plessis has been a pillar of consistency this season for TSK. He has scored 317 runs this season from 7 innings at an average of 52.83 and striking at 179.10.
Finn Allen to score Over 23.5
Finn Allen is the leading run-getter of the tournament with 328 runs to his name from 7 innings. His form has dipped in recent matches, but Allen still remains an intimidating force for the opposition.
Matthew Short to score Over 25.5
The San Francisco skipper has scored 4 fifties in 5 games this season and has accumulated 273 runs at a blistering strike rate of 188.28. Even with the ball, Short is a handy operator.
Haris Rauf to be the Top Bowler
The Pakistan spearhead Haris Rauf is the leading wicket taker of MLC 2025. The right arm pacer has claimed 17 wickets in 7 matches, including two 4-fers. He could be the bowler to watch out in this game.
SF vs TEX Today’s Match Prediction
Check out our prediction for the SF vs TX Major League Cricket 2025, Match 25.
San Francisco Unicorns will be keen to get back to winning ways
All was going well for last year’s runners-up until this point, but with two back-to-back defeats, their momentum surely must have hit rock bottom. After 6 wins on the trot, San Francisco have bumped to two defeats at the hands of Washington Freedom and Seattle Orcas.
However, on the positive side, they still hold the pole position on the points table with 12 points to their name. A win will confirm them a finish among the top two in the league stage, and they will directly play the first qualifier. For now, the Unicorns should focus on winning one of their last two games so that they get another shot at the final.
Texas Super Kings have momentum on their side
Texas Super Kings kicked off their season campaign with 3 wins on the bounce and then lost two in a row. Out of their first five fixtures, they lost 2 and won 3. Just when it looked like they have lost momentum, the Faf du Plessis-led side registered three wins in a row and took the second spot on the points table for now.
The Super Kings are heading into this fixture with utmost confidence. They defeated the reigning champions, Washington Freedom, in a rain-curtailed match of 5 overs by a whopping margin of 43 runs. That win boosted their net run-rate, and now they are in a strong position to finish among the top two. It’s a battle for claiming the pole position on the points table, and whoever wins this contest will elevate to the top for now. Let’s move ahead and check the cricket tips.
SF vs TEX Head-to-Head
Matches Played: 4
SF won: 2
TEX won: 2
No Result: 0
It’s an even-steven battle between these two sides in one-on-one contests. A total of 4 instances have taken place when these two sides have locked horns, and both have managed to win 2 apiece. In their reverse fixture meeting last season, San Francisco defeated Texas comfortably by 7 wickets.
Team Analysis: San Francisco Unicorns and Texas Super Kings
How will the two teams, i.e., the San Francisco Unicorns and Seattle Unicorns, fare in the 25th match of MLC 2025? Let’s take a look.
Texas Super Kings (TEX)
- Skipper Faf du Plessis opted to sit out in the last game. He is expected to return to the eleven for this game.
- Daryl Mitchell, who took Faf’s place in the eleven in the last game, will have to make way for the returning skipper.
- Smit Patel’s form at the top order is concerning. He might make way for someone like Milind Kumar.
- If Smit is dropped, Donovan Ferreira will take the wicket-keeping gloves.
- In a quest to give Nandre Burger a break, Adam Milne could hop into the eleven.
Expected Starting 11
Smit Patel/Milind Kumar, Faf du Plessis (C), Saiteja Mukkamalla, Marcus Stoinis, Shubham Ranjane, Donovan Ferreira, Calvin Savage, Akeal Hosein, Noor Ahmad, Nandre Burger/Adam Milne, Zia-ul-Haq
San Francisco Unicorns (SF)
- After two losses in a row, the Unicorns are expected to tinker with their eleven again.
- Haris Rauf, who was rested in the last game, might return to the lineup.
- If Rauf returns, Tim Seifert will be the man to make way for him.
- Also, one between Carmi le Roux or Juanoy Drysdale could come in for Liam Plunkett.
Expected Starting 11:
Matthew Short (c), Finn Allen, Jake Fraser-McGurk, Sanjay Krishnamurthi, Romario Shepherd, Hassan Khan, Xavier Bartlett, Haris Rauf, Carmi le Roux/Liam Plunkett, Brody Couch, Karima Gore
Weather Conditions and Pitch Report
Here’s the pitch and weather report for the 25th match of Major League Cricket 2025 between Texas Super Kings and San Francisco Unicorns at Central Broward Regional Park Stadium Turf Ground, Lauderhill, Florida:
| Pitch Report | Weather Report |
|---|---|
| The surface tends to be dual-paced, offering early bounce but gripping later for slower bowlers. | Temperature is expected to be around 38°C with high humidity near 43%. |
| Batters can score freely if they settle in, but cutters and spinners become effective as the innings progresses. | Rain chances hover around 70%, with potential afternoon thunderstorms that could cause delays. |
| A score of 180+ batting first is considered competitive; chasing under lights has been slightly easier. | Wind speed around 7 km/h from the southwest, with cloudy skies throughout the day. |
Toss Prediction
Rain is expected to play spoilsport in the match. In that case, it’s always better to bowl first and get a clear view of the score you are chasing. We saw a 5-over game between Texas and Washington when rain gods made their appearance, and once again, with conditions expected to be similar, expect the captain winning the toss to bowl first.
Where to Watch Today’s Match
The online live streaming of the 25th MLC 2025 Match between the Texas Super Kings and San Francisco Unicorns will take place live on the JioHotstar App. TV viewers can watch the match live on the Sony Sports Network channels.
SF vs TEX: Today’s Match Predictions
The San Francisco Unicorns have succumbed to two losses in a row. Even the odds are not favoring them in this match. On the other hand, the Texas Super Kings are heading into this fixture on the back of three wins in a row and have claimed the second spot on the points table for now. Therefore, as per our prediction, the last edition’s runners-up, San Francisco Unicorns, are expected to win the MLC 2025 Match 25 SF vs TEX Dream11 Prediction contest.