By Anas Ahmed 
San Francisco Unicorns (SFU) registered an impressive victory over Los Angeles Knight Riders (LAKR) in the 3rd match of Major League Cricket 2025, thanks to a fiery bowling spell by Haris Rauf, who picked up 4 crucial wickets.
The match was played on June 14, and SFU posted a massive total of 219 runs in their 20 overs. In reply, LAKR gave a tough fight but eventually got bowled out for 187 runs, falling short by 32 runs.
Haris Rauf’s Match-Winning Spell
Haris Rauf was the standout performer with the ball. He bowled with raw pace and aggression, finishing with figures of 4 wickets for 41 runs in his 4 overs. His spell included:
- Key breakthroughs during the middle and death overs
- Clean bowled dismissals with pinpoint yorkers
- Pressure-building deliveries that broke the momentum of LAKR’s chase
Rauf’s ability to strike at the right time helped SFU maintain control, especially when the Knight Riders were trying to build partnerships.
SFU’s All-Round Effort
Apart from Rauf, the SFU bowlers kept things tight, with Xavier Bartlett also picking up 4 wickets. Earlier, their batters had set the tone, led by some explosive hitting at the top of the order.
A Great Start to the Season
This win gives San Francisco Unicorns a solid start in the MLC 2025 season, and Haris Rauf’s fiery performance will surely boost the team’s confidence moving forward.
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Tim Douglas