MLC 2025 Match 8: WAS vs LAS Preview, Pitch & Weather Report, Predicted XI, Dream11 Team, & Live Streaming Details

The 2025 edition of Major League Cricket rolls into its eighth fixture as Washington Freedom lock horns with Los Angeles Knight Riders at the iconic Oakland Coliseum. With both teams showing glimpses of brilliance but still searching for momentum, this contest promises to be an early litmus test in the group stages. Freedom are looking to rebuild after the loss of Steve Smith, while the Knight Riders aim to capitalize on their explosive top order and return of Jason Holder.

Jun 17, Tue
Washington Freedom vs Los Angeles Knight Riders, 8th Match
Oakland Coliseum, California
Match starts at Jun 18, 01:00 AM GMT / 06:00 AM PST / 06:00 PM LOCAL

WAS vs LAS Match Preview

Washington Freedom walk into this fixture under pressure, having lost key players like Steve Smith and Jason Behrendorff. However, replacements like Mark Adair and potentially Lockie Ferguson offer hope in the bowling department. Batting remains dependent on Rachin Ravindra and Glenn Phillips, with a possible reshuffle bringing Mark Chapman into the middle order.

On the other side, Los Angeles Knight Riders look more settled. The destructive opening duo of Andre Fletcher and Alex Hales will be backed by a power-packed middle order including Andre Russell and Unmukt Chand. With Jason Holder likely to return and Narine leading the spin unit, LKR carry the edge in both firepower and form.

MLC 2025 Match 8 Pitch & Weather Report

The Oakland Coliseum is expected to offer a true batting wicket with decent bounce early on. Batters will enjoy stroke-making, especially in the first innings, though spinners might find assistance as the match progresses. Weather-wise, June 18 will be ideal for cricket—clear skies, temperatures around 20°C (68°F), and little to no wind. No rain is expected, so a full 40-over contest is on the cards.

MLC 2025 Match 8 Predicted XI

Washington Freedom: Mitchell Owen, Rachin Ravindra, Jack Edwards, Glenn Phillips, Mark Chapman, Andries Gous (wk), Obus Pienaar, Ian Holland, Mukhtar Ahmed, Saurabh Netravalkar, Lockie Ferguson/Abhishek Paradkar

Los Angeles Knight Riders: Andre Fletcher, Alex Hales, Unmukt Chand (wk), Nitish Kumar, Matthew Tromp, Saif Badar, Andre Russell, Sunil Narine (c), Jason Holder/Shadley van Schalkwyk, Ali Khan, Tanveer Sangha

MLC 2025 Match 8 Dream11 Team

Andre Fletcher, Alex Hales, Unmukt Chand, Rachin Ravindra, Glenn Phillips, Andre Russell, Sunil Narine (c), Obus Pienaar, Ali Khan, Tanveer Sangha, Saurabh Netravalkar
Captain: Sunil Narine
Vice-captain: Andre Russell

Where to Watch MLC 2025 Match 8

The match will be broadcast live on Willow TV in the USA. Fans can also stream it through the official MLC digital platforms and mobile apps. For global viewers, local broadcasters or the MLC YouTube channel may provide access based on region.