Washington Freedom vs Los Angeles Knight Riders, Match 11, MLC 2024 Preview, Playing 11, Pitch Report, and Live Streaming Details
In the eleventh 2024 Major League Series, the Washington Freedom will take on the Los Angeles Knight Riders. Both teams are coming off losses. Freedom defeated Seattle Orcas by 5 wickets in their last match. Before they face Freedom, the Knight Riders will have to face off with the San Fransisco Unicorns a day before. Freedom tops the standings, while the Knight Riders are fourth.
MLC 2024 11th Match Details and Head-to-Heads
The match will begin on July 15 at 1:00 AM IST in India and July 14 at 3:30 pm local time in the USA. The last time they met, Freedom defeated the Knight Riders by 6 wickets.
MLC 2024 11th Match, Squad News
Los Angeles Knight Riders
The Los Angeles Knight Riders, led by Sunil Narine, feature a strong squad for the season. The team includes wicketkeepers Adithya Ganesh and Alex Carey, top-order batsmen Unmukt Chand and Nitish Kumar, and middle-order hitters David Miller and Saif Badar. Explosive opener Jason Roy and all-rounders Andre Russell, Shakib Al Hasan, and Matthew Tromp add depth.
Ali Khan, Derone Davis, Spencer Johnson, Josh Little, Waqar Salamkheil, and Adam Zampa bolster the bowling attack, which is supported by all-rounders Corne Dry, Shadley van Schalkwyk, and Chaitanya Bishnoi. This balanced team is set for a strong season.
Washington Freedom
The Washington Freedom Squad, led by captain Steven Smith, boasts a diverse roster. The team looks well-rounded, with solid batting firepower from Travis Head, Glenn Maxwell, Mukhtar Ahmed, and WK batters Andries Gous and Lahiru Milantha.
The bowling attack features talents like Lockie Ferguson, Akeal Hosein, and Saurabh Netravalkar, complemented by all-rounders Obus Pienaar, Marco Jansen, and Justin Dill. Andrew Tye, Ian Holland, and Yasir Mohammad add depth in bowling. With promising talents like Jack Edwards and Bodugum Akhilesh Reddy in the batting lineup, the squad is set to challenge under head coach Greg Shipperd.
Washington Freedom vs Los Angeles Knight Riders, Possible Playing 11
Washington Freedom: Travis Head, Steven Smith (c), Andries Gous (wk), Glenn Maxwell, Obus Pienaar, Mukhtar Ahmed, Marco Jansen, Justin Dill, Akeal Hosein, Lockie Ferguson, Saurabh Netravalkar
Los Angeles Knight Riders: Jason Roy, Sunil Narine (c), Unmukt Chand (wk), Saif Badar, Nitish Kumar, David Miller, Shakib Al Hasan, Andre Russell, Corne Dry, Spencer Johnson, Ali Khan
MLC 2024 11th Match Pitch Report
Church Street Park in Morrisville favors pace bowlers with its bounce and movement, making it challenging for batsmen. The average score of 130 in the last five T20Is reflects this difficulty. Rainy weather adds to the challenge, enhancing swing and seam movement. Bowlers who adapt to these conditions and maintain tight lines will be effective.
Key players include Steven Smith, Rachin Ravindra, and Saurabh Netravalkar for Washington Freedom and Jason Roy, Andre Russell, and Spencer Johnson for Los Angeles Knight Riders. Smith’s adaptability and Netravalkar’s swing will be vital, while Roy’s aggression and Russell’s power-hitting can counter the conditions. Johnson’s pace will be a significant threat. Adaptation and execution, along with attention to the DLS method due to weather, will be crucial for success.
Washington Freedom vs Los Angeles Knight Riders, 11th Match MLC 2024, LIVE Streaming Details
Where to Watch MLC 2024 in India?
Fans in India can watch the game on JioCinema, the Sony Sports Ten 1 SD & HD, and Sony Sports Ten 5 SD & HD channels.
Where to Watch MLC 2024 in the USA?
Fans in the USA can watch the match on Willow by Cricbuzz, YES Network.
