MLC 2023: Match 5, TSK vs WAF Match Prediction – Who will win today’s match between Texas Super Kings and Washington Freedom?

The fifth match of the ongoing season of Major League Cricket (MLC) will feature a clash between the Faf du Plessis-led Texas Super Kings and Moises Henriques-led Washington Freedom at Grand Prairie Stadium in Texas on Monday, July 17.

Texas will be coming into the game on the back of a brilliant win against LA Knight Riders in the season opener. Led by Du Plessis, the side will be keen on maintaining their winning run and registering their second win of the season. On the other hand, Washington Freedom lost their first game of the tournament against Seattle Orcas, and they will be desperate to record their first win of the season.

TSK vs WAF Match Details

Texas Super Kings vs Washington Freedom, Match 5, MLC 2023

Venue: Grand Prairie Stadium, Dallas

Date & Time: Monday, July 17, 2:00 AM IST

Broadcast & Live Streaming Details: Sports18 and JioCinema

Grand Prairie Stadium pitch report

The surface at Grand Prairie Stadium in Texas has been a typical batter-friendly pitch so far. The side opting to bat first has an advantage statistically, and that is what the skipper should opt to do, given that they win the toss.

TSK vs WAF Probable Playing XI

Texas Super Kings (TSK)

Faf Du Plessis (c), Devon Conway (wk), Saiteja Mukkamalla, Sami Aslam, Milind Kumar, David Miller, Mitchell Santner, Daniel Sams, Dwayne Bravo, Mohammad Mohsin, Rusty Theron

Washington Freedom (WAF)

Josh Phillipe (wicketkeeper), Mukhtar Ahmed, Moises Henriques (captain), Akilesh Reddy, Glenn Phillips, Akeal Hossein, Marco Jansen, Anrich Nortje, Adam Milne, Dane Piedt, Sujith Gowda

Probable Best Batter

David Miller

South African batter David Miller could be expected to be the best batter in the forthcoming tie. Notably, Miller was sensational for Texas in their previous game, scoring 61 runs in 42 deliveries. The side would expect him to show up once more and put forth a similar performance.

Probable Best Bowler

Mohammad Mohsin

USA international Mohammad Mohsin could be the best bowler in the forthcoming game. Mohsin wreaked havoc for Texas in his previous game, taking four wickets and conceding just eight runs in three overs. His spell could be key for Texas if they are looking to register their second win of the season.

Today’s Match Prediction: Texas Super Kings to win the match

Disclaimer: The prediction is based on the understanding, analysis, and instinct of the author. While making your prediction, consider the points mentioned, and make your own decision.