MLC 2025: Three Bowlers You Can’t Ignore in the LAKR vs WSF Showdown

If you’re reading Major League Cricket 2025, you know it’s been a crazy season so far! From batters smashing 5-story skyscrapers to bowlers spinning webs of chaos, MLC is quickly becoming its own T20 entity. Now we have an exciting match-up of the Los Angeles Knight Riders (LAKR) v Washington Freedom (WSF). While normally, we’d expect the big-hitters to take center stage, we anticipate this match will rest on the bowlers. We’re going to tell you three bowlers whom you must watch in this fast-paced match-up.

1. Saurabh Netravalkar – WSF

Saurabh Netravalkar is not flashy. He does not need to be. The left-arm pacer is as consistent as your morning coffee, and just as important. He has taken 13 wickets in 8 matches, with an economy of 8.57, and a mind-boggling strike rate of 14 so far as the WSF bowling unit’s spearhead.

What makes Netravalkar special is that he strikes in both the powerplay and death. His deft variations, especially that sharp back of a length cutter, make him dangerous on American surfaces that can give just enough grip. Let’s be real, a dependable bowler in T20 is as common as a post-match press conference with no drama. Netravalkar has come through time after time, and LAKR better be cautious, or they may be in for a nasty surprise.

2. Rachin Ravindra – WSF

Hold on, isn’t Ravindra a batting allrounder? Yes, but 12 wickets in 7 matches at an unbelievably low economy of 6.35 and a phenomenal strike rate of 8.58 suggest otherwise. He’s been WSF’s unsung hero with the ball this season.

The greatness of Rachin’s bowling? His brains. Ravindra reads the game like a world chess champion and delivers the best move at the best time. It might be sliding one through quickly, tossing it up to lure a mistimed slog, Ravindra brings variety without compromising control. In a competition, where one over can turn a game on its head, Ravindra’s frugal middle overs will be key. LAKR will do well not to underestimate his contribution; he’s not just there to do the overs.

3. Ali Khan – LAKR

Ali Khan doesn’t come with finesse at all; Ali Khan is pure fire. With raw pace, aggressive intent, and the ability to deliver magic, Ali Khan is LAKR’s go-to man when they need a spark. While Ali Khan’s 7 wickets in 8 matches might not scream dominance, his 20.71 strike rate shows that when he strikes, it is effective.

More importantly, his ability to bowl the difficult overs — especially at death — gives LAKR a certain edge. Ali has made a career out of rising to an occasion, and in a situation like this, where the stakes are so high, expect him to come charging in like he is on a mission. If WSF’s big hitters think they can simply walk all over him, they may be in for a rude awakening.

With Washington Freedom’s double threat in Netravalkar and Ravindra, and LAKR’s wildcard in Ali Khan, the LAKR vs. WSF encounter promises more than just sixes and selfies; it’s a bowling battle with real bite. These three bowlers have already shown they are more than just numbers on a team sheet; they are people you don’t want to mess with on the field.

Disclaimer: This Exclusive News is based on the author’s understanding, analysis, and instinct. As you review this information, consider the points mentioned and form your own conclusions.

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