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Washington Freedom advance to third straight MLC final despite Short's 121*

ESPNcricinfo • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 17, 2026, 6:30 AM

Last updated Jul 17, 2026

Washington Freedom advance to third straight MLC final despite Short's 121*
Summary

The Washington Freedom has secured a place in the Major League Cricket final after a challenging match against the San Francisco Unicorns. Although Short scored an impressive 121 not out, the Unicorns struggled to chase the target of 239 runs, ultimately falling short. The outcome of the match confirms Freedom's strong performance in the tournament, reaching their third consecutive final. Details regarding the final matchup are yet to be announced.

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By the Numbers
  • •Washington Freedom targets 239 runs in the match.
  • •Short scores 121 not out for the Freedom.
  • •San Francisco Unicorns fail to chase down the total.
  • •Game performance secures Freedom's third consecutive final appearance.
  • •Final match details are forthcoming.
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  • 6:30 AMESPNcricinfo — Short's 121* not enough as Washington Freedom make third straight MLC final
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San Francisco Unicorns came close to overcoming the stiff 239 target but fell short

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