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Unicorns Gallop Past Orcas in Tense MLC Clash
12 Jul
Summary
- San Francisco chased down 191 with an over remaining.
- Finn Allen smashed a rapid half-century to lead the charge.
- Seattle posted 190/7, with Breetzke scoring a quick fifty.
San Francisco Unicorns achieved a six-wicket win against Seattle Orcas in Match 28 of Major League Cricket, successfully chasing 191 with an over to spare. The Unicorns reached 194/4 in 19 overs after Seattle had posted a formidable 190/7.
Seattle's innings saw an aggressive start, reaching 65/3 in the opening powerplay. Matthew Breetzke and Shimron Hetmyer contributed a rapid 50-run partnership. Breetzke continued his assault, scoring a half-century off just 24 balls. Marcus Stoinis added 34, but regular wickets prevented Seattle from a larger total.
In response, San Francisco adopted a measured chase. Finn Allen accelerated the innings with a blistering half-century off 25 deliveries, supported by Matthew Short. Despite losing wickets in the latter stages, San Francisco's strong middle-innings platform allowed them to comfortably secure the victory.
