MI New York vs San Francisco Unicorns – League Stage – Preview & Prediction | 2023 Major League Cricket
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THE FACTS
When is MI New York vs San Francisco Unicorns taking place? MI New York vs San Francisco Unicorns will take place on Friday 14th July, 2023 at 21:30 (UK)
Where is MI New York vs San Francisco Unicorns taking place? MI New York vs San Francisco Unicorns will take place at Grand Prairie Stadium in Grand Prairie, USA
Where can I get tickets for MI New York vs San Francisco Unicorns? Click here for the latest ticket information for MI New York vs San Francisco Unicorns
What TV channel is MI New York vs San Francisco Unicorns on in the UK? MI New York vs San Francisco Unicorns will be televised live on BT Sport in the UK
Where can I stream MI New York vs San Francisco Unicorns? BT Sport subscribers can stream MI New York vs San Francisco Unicorns live in the UK via the BT Sport App
THE LOWDOWN
MI NEW YORK
MI New York are the latest incarnation of the MI franchise, originating from IPL side Mumbai Indians. It’s a star-studded line-up which is captained by West Indian legend Kieron Pollard. Rashid Khan headlines the big-name attractions, whilst Trent Boult’s left arm pace should lead to wickets both in the powerplay and at the death. The bowling attack in particular looks a formidable unit, with quick bowler Kagiso Rabada complimenting Boult and Jason Behrendorff, whilst all-rounder David Wiese is also a handy option. There is also plenty of firepower with the bat on the overseas front, Australian Tim David and West Indian Nicholas Pooran both being notorious boundary hitters, whilst young South African Dewald Brevis continues his relationship with the MI franchise.
SAN FRANCISCO UNICORNS
San Francisco Unicorns is notable for its relationship with Cricket Victoria, which has no doubt contributed to a number of Australian players making their way over to the Bay Area to play their cricket in this season’s MLC. Aaron Finch of Melbourne Renegades captains the side, whilst all-rounder Marcus Stoinis and bowler Brody Couch both ply their trade with Victoria. There will also be English representation within the Unicorns in the shape of ICC Cricket World Cup winner Liam Plunkett. The former Yorkshire bowler was arguably the first really notable cricketer to move over to the United States and has spent the last couple of years playing Minor League Cricket. His experience should be crucial to this Unicorns side, as will that of all-rounder Corey Anderson. Shadab Khan and Haris Rauf add a sprinkling of star quality from Pakistan, Shadab a leg-spinning all-rounder and Rauf a fast bowler.
THE PREDICTION
In terms of personnel, when you compare these two teams it is MI New York that looks the more imposing. Whilst it’s always difficult to quickly establish team chemistry in such a short period of time, many of the MI New York have played under the MI franchise umbrella around the world and will be familiar with each other. This should help them here against San Francisco Unicorns who perhaps look a bit light on the batting front within the middle order. Therefore, back MI New York with their glittering array of world class bowlers to get the job done and open their account with victory.
BETTING TIP: MI NEW YORK TO WIN
