San Francisco Unicorns end Texas Super Kings’ streak: 4th straight MLC win in Dallas

San Francisco Unicorns secured a dominant fourth consecutive victory in the 2025 Major League Cricket season by chasing down 199 runs with 23 balls to spare, handing Texas Super Kings their first loss despite Faf du Plessis’ blistering 51-ball century. This match at Grand Prairie Cricket Stadium highlights the Unicorns’ batting strength and shifts the MLC points table dynamics.

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The San Francisco Unicorns ended the Texas Super Kings’ winning streak in Major League Cricket 2025 with a commanding seven-wicket victory in Dallas, marking their fourth consecutive win and maintaining their unbeaten record.

Chasing a challenging target of 199, the Unicorns made light work of the total, finishing with 23 balls to spare. Finn Allen’s explosive 78 off 35 balls, featuring 8 sixes and 4 fours, set the tone for the chase, while Matthew Short’s quickfire 61 off 29 balls ensured the team’s dominance.

Despite a brilliant century from Texas captain Faf du Plessis, who scored 100 runs off 51 balls at a strike rate of 196.08, including six fours and seven sixes, the Super Kings fell short. Du Plessis’ innings helped Texas post a competitive 198 for 5 in their 20 overs.

The match, held at Grand Prairie Cricket Stadium in Dallas, was a top-of-the-table clash between two unbeaten teams. The Unicorns’ victory not only halted Texas’ perfect start but also solidified their position at the top of the points table.

The pitch was batting-friendly with an average first innings score of 178, and the weather was clear with a temperature of 27°C, conditions that favored high scoring.

This result is significant for the Unicorns as they continue their strong form away from their home ground in Oakland, while the Super Kings face their first defeat of the season after three straight wins.

“San Francisco Unicorns made light work of a 199-run target to beat Texas Super Kings by seven wickets and continue their unbeaten run,” highlighting their dominance in the league so far.

The Unicorns’ ability to chase down a high total with ease demonstrates their balanced and powerful batting lineup, making them favorites as the season progresses.
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San Francisco Unicorns defeated Texas Super Kings by seven wickets in Dallas, ending Texas’ unbeaten streak in Major League Cricket 2025. The Unicorns remain undefeated with four straight wins, chasing down 199 with 23 balls to spare, led by Finn Allen’s 78 off 35 balls and Matthew Short’s 61.
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The Headline

San Francisco Unicorns end Texas Super Kings' unbeaten run

Key Facts
  • San Francisco Unicorns and Texas Super Kings both won their first three matches in MLC 2025, leading the points table with San Francisco at the top and Texas in second place.Cricket Addictor
  • Texas Super Kings' bowling attack, led by Noor Ahmad and Nandre Burger, bowled out Seattle Orcas for 60 runs in a dominant performance.Indiatvnews
  • Faf du Plessis scored a 51-ball century for Texas Super Kings, equaling an elite T20 record with 100 runs including six fours and seven sixes at a strike rate of 196.08.EspncricinfoTimesofindia
  • San Francisco Unicorns chased a target of 199 runs with strong batting performances from Matthew Short, who scored 61 off 29 balls, and Finn Allen, who scored 78 off 35 balls.CricbuzzTimesofindia2
  • San Francisco Unicorns achieved their fourth consecutive win by defeating Texas Super Kings with 23 balls to spare, handing Texas their first defeat of the season.EspncricinfoIndiatvnews
  • The match took place on 21st June 2025 at Grand Prairie Cricket Stadium, Dallas, on a batting-friendly pitch with clear weather and a temperature of 27°C.Cricket Addictor
San Francisco have also had a strong showing, winning all three of their matches to take the top spot on the table.
Cricket Addictor
Cricket Addictor
With the win, San Francisco remain at the top of the points table. They are undefeated so far in the season, winning all four matches.
Indiatvnews
Indiatvnews
It was San Francisco Unicorns' fourth win in four games, and Texas Super Kings' first defeat in MLC 2025.
Espncricinfo
Espncricinfo
MLC San Francisco Unicorns made light work of a 199-run target to beat Texas Super Kings by seven wickets and continue their unbeaten run in the 2025 Major League Cricket (MLC).
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Finn Allen led the chase with a powerful 78 runs off 35 balls, smashing 8 sixes and 4 fours.
Timesofindia
Timesofindia
Key Stats at a Glance
Faf du Plessis runs and strike rate
100 runs off 51 balls
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Faf du Plessis strike rate
196.1
Matthew Short runs and balls faced
29-ball 61
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Target runs chased
199-run target
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Background Context

Season context and team ambitions

Key Facts
  • San Francisco Unicorns had a strong start to the season, winning their first three matches at their new home in Oakland before traveling to Dallas.Indiatvnews
  • Texas Super Kings aimed to halt the Unicorns' juggernaut as the home team in Dallas, with hopes to keep the Unicorns' batting line-up quiet to improve their chances of reaching the final.Indiatvnews
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