The third season of Major League Cricket (MLC) 2025 kicks off today as six elite franchises begin their month-long T20 battle across the United States. The tournament runs from June 12 to July 14, 2025, featuring a thrilling double round-robin format, followed by a multi-stage playoff system—including Qualifier 1, Eliminator, Challenger, and Final matches .
Teams & Captains
Six teams return for 2025, bringing star power to the U.S. cricket scene:
- Washington Freedom – defending champions
- San Francisco Unicorns
- MI New York
- Texas Super Kings
- Los Angeles Knight Riders
- Seattle Orcas
Fixture Highlights
League stage matches will be played across three epic venues: Oakland Coliseum, Grand Prairie Stadium (Dallas), and Broward County Stadium (Lauderhill, Florida). Opening clash pits San Francisco Unicorns vs. Washington Freedom—a rematch of last year’s final—at Oakland Coliseum.
With 34 matches over five weeks—including weekend doubleheaders—the tournament promises non-stop action.
Where to Watch MLC ?
- India: Stream live on JioCinema/Disney+ Hotstar.
- USA: Coverage across Willow TV, ESPN+, and regional networks—NBC Sports Bay Area and NBC Sports California will air all San Francisco Unicorns matches in partnership with Willow by Cricbuzz.
International viewers in Canada, UK, Australia, Pakistan, and Africa will also have access via Willow TV, TNT Sports, Amazon Prime Video, A Sports, and ESPN, depending on the region.
Why MLC 2025 Matters ?
- Growth of cricket in the U.S.: Continued investment from ACE and ICC’s List-A recognition underline Major League Cricket’s rising importance.
- Global star power: Featuring world-class talent like Steve Smith, Faf du Plessis, Sunil Narine, David Warner, Glenn Maxwell, Kieron Pollard, and more—MLC is emerging as a major player on the international T20 calendar.
- Strategic schedule expansion: From 19 to 34 matches this year, MLC strategically avoids clashes with other major T20 tournaments like The Hundred.
Quick Reference Table
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Dates | June 12 – July 14, 2025 |
| Teams | 6 franchises: Freedom, Unicorns, MI New York, Texas, LA, Seattle |
| Format | Double round-robin + Playoffs (Q/E/C/Final) |
| Matches | 34 total (30 league + 4 playoff) |
| Venues | Oakland, Grand Prairie, Lauderhill |
| India Stream | JioCinema/Disney+ Hotstar |
| USA Broadcasters | Willow TV, ESPN+, NBC Sports Bay Area/California |
What to Watch For
- Can Washington Freedom defend their title?
- Will the Unicorns leverage home-ground advantage at Oakland?
- Who’ll rise to the occasion in this rapidly evolving cricket landscape?
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