SFU vs MINY Match Prediction : 22nd Match, Major League Cricket, 2026
SFU vs MINY Win Probability
48%
San Francisco Unicorns
52%
MI New York
MI New York To Win, 1.75
MI New York are unbeaten at Pomona this season and come into this clash on a three-match winning streak.
The New York middle order has consistently delivered under pressure, giving them a significant edge over San Francisco.
The Unicorns' batting has become heavily dependent on their top three, with the middle order struggling for consistency.
SFU vs MINY Betting Tips
MI New York Total Runs in the First Six Overs – Over 43.5
MI New York possess one of the strongest Powerplay batting units in the competition. They raced to 51/1 in the first six overs against Seattle Orcas and have crossed the 43.5-run mark in all but one match this season. With Monank Patel and Quinton de Kock attacking from the outset, another fast start looks highly likely.
San Francisco Unicorns to Score Over 5.5 Runs in the First Over
Lhuan-dre Pretorius and Finn Allen are among the most aggressive opening pairs in Major League Cricket. The Unicorns have scored at least six runs in the opening over in four of their six matches this season, making this an attractive betting option.
Team form (Last 5 matches)
San Francisco Unicorns
MI New York
MI New York and San Francisco Unicorns meet in a high-stakes Major League Cricket encounter on Sunday. While the Unicorns have been inconsistent throughout the campaign, MI New York have found their rhythm at the perfect time and head into this fixture as one of the form teams in the tournament.
San Francisco Unicorns vs MI New York Head-to-Head Record
MI New York registered their first-ever victory over San Francisco Unicorns earlier this season. Despite that result, the Unicorns still lead the overall head-to-head record with four wins from five meetings.
San Francisco Unicorns vs MI New York Live-Streaming and Broadcast
The game will be broadcast live through the following TV and streaming services:
- Bangladesh: T Sports, GTV, and BTV (TV); Rabbitholebd and Toffee (Streaming)
- New Zealand: Sky Sport NZ (TV); Sky Sport Now (Streaming)
- India: FanCode (Streaming)
- Pakistan: Ten Sports and PTV Sports (TV); Tapmad TV and Tamasha (Streaming)
- UAE: CricLife (TV); Starzplay (Streaming)
- USA: Willow TV (TV); Willow App, Sling TV, and ESPN+ (Streaming)
SFU vs MINY Team Previews
San Francisco Unicorns
San Francisco Unicorns continue to rely heavily on their explosive top order. Lhuan-dre Pretorius and Finn Allen are capable of taking the game away during the Powerplay, while captain Matthew Short has remained the team's most dependable batter throughout the tournament.
The concern lies in the middle order. Aaron Hardie, Sanjay Krishnamurthi and Hammad Azam have all struggled to produce meaningful contributions, leaving too much responsibility on the top three. Hassan Khan provided some late resistance in the previous match, but the batting unit lacks consistency.
The bowling attack remains competitive. Xavier Bartlett has impressed with the new ball, while Haris Rauf and Brody Couch continue to provide wicket-taking options. However, they will need significantly more support from the batting unit if San Francisco are to challenge one of the strongest sides in the competition.
San Francisco Unicorns Expected Playing 11
Lhuan-dre Pretorius (WK), Finn Allen, Matthew Short (C), Aaron Hardie, Sanjay Krishnamurthi, Hammad Azam, Hassan Khan, Xavier Bartlett, Brody Couch, Haris Rauf, Anirudh Immanuel
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MI New York
MI New York have developed into one of the most complete teams in the tournament. Monank Patel and Quinton de Kock continue to provide positive starts, while Nicholas Pooran remains the heartbeat of the batting line-up with his consistent run-scoring.
The middle order adds tremendous depth through Kieron Pollard, Corey Anderson, Tajinder Singh and Romario Shepherd. Pollard's return to form has strengthened an already dangerous batting group capable of accelerating at every stage of the innings.
Their bowling attack has also been outstanding. Trent Boult and Corbin Bosch regularly strike with the new ball, while Romario Shepherd and Rushil Ugarkar have added crucial breakthroughs in the middle overs. The balance between bat and ball makes MI New York one of the favourites for the title.
MI New York Expected Playing 11
Monank Patel, Quinton de Kock (WK), Nicholas Pooran (C), Kieron Pollard, Tajinder Singh, Corey Anderson, Romario Shepherd, Corbin Bosch, Trent Boult, Nosthush Kenjige, Rushil Ugarkar
SFU vs MINY Toss Prediction
Both captains are expected to bowl first if they win the toss. Dew has made chasing considerably easier at Pomona, making fielding first the preferred strategy.
Pitch Report and Weather Conditions
The Pomona surface has consistently favoured fast bowlers early in the innings, offering movement and variable bounce with the new ball. Batters who survive the initial spell have generally found scoring easier as the innings progresses.
A first-innings total of 150-165 should prove competitive on this surface. Expect seamers to dominate during the Powerplay before batting conditions improve slightly.
The weather forecast is excellent, with hot and dry conditions expected throughout the match. No rain is forecast, although humidity levels will remain relatively high.
SFU vs MINY : Who Will Win?
MI New York look the stronger and more balanced side entering this contest. Their batting has multiple match-winners, their bowling attack has consistently produced early breakthroughs, and they have adapted exceptionally well to the challenging Pomona conditions.
San Francisco Unicorns remain dangerous if their top order fires, but their fragile middle order makes them difficult to trust against one of the tournament's most complete teams.
Bet on MI New York to win.
