Major League Cricket begins with Texas facing Seattle in Dallas

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Last updated Jun 18, 2026

Major League Cricket begins with Texas facing Seattle in Dallas
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Major League Cricket kicks off its fourth season on June 18 at Grand Prairie Stadium in Dallas, Texas, with the Texas Super Kings playing the Seattle Orcas. This season features new venues like the Knight Riders Cricket Field in Los Angeles, where its first top-level match is scheduled for July 1. Ravichandran Ashwin joins the San Francisco Unicorns, marking his debut in an overseas league. Defending champions MI New York remain strong contenders with a robust squad intact from last season.

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  • Texas Super Kings face Seattle Orcas in season opener
  • R Ashwin plays for San Francisco Unicorns
  • LA Knight Riders host first match on July 1
  • Defending champions MI New York field experienced roster
  • New venues aim to expand cricket's presence in the U.S.
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  • 3:48 PMYahoo SportsMLC 2026: R Ashwin joins the party; MI New York look favourites again
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Major League Cricket kicks off its fourth season on June 18, featuring a new venue and a historic debut. The Knight Riders Cricket Field in Los Angeles will host its first top-level match, while ex-India spinner R Ashwin joins the San Francisco Unicorns, marking his first foreign league appearance. Elsewhere, defending champions MI New York remain strong contenders.

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