Washington Freedom vs Los Angeles Knight Riders, 8th Match Pitch Report - Match Overview & Playing XI | Major League Cricket, 2025

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17 June 2025 | 07:21AM
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The 8th match of the Major League Cricket 2025 will feature a blockbuster clash between Washington Freedom (WAF) and Los Angeles Knight Riders (LAKR) at the Oakland Coliseum on 18 June 2025, starting at 6:30 AM IST. With both teams packed with international T20 stars, this fixture is expected to be one of the highlights of the league’s early stages.


Washington Freedom brings a well-rounded squad with a mix of aggressive batters, multi-dimensional all-rounders, and a potent pace attack. With explosive top-order hitters and quality finishers, their batting lineup has the ability to post big scores. Their bowling unit, featuring experienced pacers and skilled spinners, will be key in applying pressure and containing runs.


Los Angeles Knight Riders, on the other hand, are a powerhouse of T20 cricket. With a batting lineup that includes powerful strikers and a group of world-class all-rounders, they have unmatched depth. Their bowling attack is fast, furious, and unforgiving—led by pace, backed by spin, and built to break partnerships.


With star power on both sides and high stakes on the table, the WAF vs LAKR Live Line clash promises a high-intensity, action-packed contest.

Washington Freedom vs Los Angeles Knight Riders, 8th Match Details

Series

Major League Cricket, 2025

Match

Washington Freedom vs Los Angeles Knight Riders

Date & Time

18 June 2025, 06:30 AM

Venue

Oakland Coliseum

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Washington Freedom vs Los Angeles Knight Riders, 8th Match Weather Condition

07:00 am

Cloud

0%

Humidity

5%

Wind

31.3 km/h

33.2

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Sunny

Oakland Coliseum

Oakland Coliseum Pitch Report

Pitch Condition

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Batting Condition

Average

Pace Bowling

Average

Spin Bowling

Average

Pace vs Spin on Venue

(Last 10 match)

The Oakland Coliseum is quickly becoming known for its T20-friendly conditions. The pitch offers good pace and carry in the early overs, which fast bowlers can exploit. However, once the batters settle, the ball comes nicely onto the bat, allowing for fluent strokeplay. Spinners might find some grip in the middle overs if the surface dries out, but overall it remains a batting-friendly ground. With the dew factor minimal in early morning starts, teams may prefer to bat first and aim for a total in the 180–200 range to challenge the opposition under scoreboard pressure.

Washington Freedom Recent form

Last 5 Matches

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Los Angeles Knight Riders Recent form

Last 5 Matches

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Venue Scoring Pattern

Avg 1st Innings

196

X

162

Avg 2st Innings

Highest Total

269-5 by SFU vs WF

X

124-10 by LAKR vs TSK

Lowest Total

Highest Chased

188-7 by SFU vs MINY

X

269-5 by SFU vs WF

Lowest Defended

Matches Won
Batting First

5

83%
|
17%
Bowling First

1

Washington Freedom vs Los Angeles Knight Riders, 8th Match Squad

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Washington Freedom Probable XI :

Glenn Maxwell, Steven Smith, Mark Chapman, Andries Gous, Rachin Ravindra, Glenn Phillips, Jack Edwards, Mitchell Owen, Jason Behrendorff, Lockie Ferguson, Saurabh Netravalkar

Los Angeles Knight Riders Probable XI :

Andre Russell, Rovman Powell, Alex Hales, Sunil Narine, Jason Holder, Sherfane Rutherford, Nitish Kumar, Andre Fletcher, Anrich Nortje, Ali Khan, Tanveer Sangha

Conclusion

As the tournament heats up, the WAF vs LAKR Live Line showdown is crucial for both teams aiming to secure an early edge in the standings. Washington Freedom will rely on a solid core of all-rounders and sharp fielding to dominate key moments. Meanwhile, Los Angeles Knight Riders will look to unleash their firepower, especially in the death overs, to outmuscle their opponents. This clash has all the ingredients of a T20 classic—power, pace, precision, and pressure. A tight finish is likely, with moments of brilliance expected to tip the balance in favor of the more disciplined side.