San Francisco Unicorns
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| Major League Cricket | 07/24 21:00 | - | San Francisco Unicorns v Texas Super Kings | 171/8(20)-172/7(19.1) | |
| Major League Cricket | 07/22 21:00 | - | Washington Freedom v San Francisco Unicorns | 133/8(20)-103/10(19.5) | |
| Major League Cricket | 07/19 00:30 | - | Los Angeles Knight Riders v San Francisco Unicorns | 191/5(20)-212/7(20) | |
| Major League Cricket | 07/16 00:30 | - | San Francisco Unicorns v Seattle Orcas | 142/10(17.5)-177/4(20) | |
| Major League Cricket | 07/14 20:30 | - | MI New York v San Francisco Unicorns | 193/5(20)-215/5(20) |
Wikipedia - San Francisco Unicorns
The San Francisco Unicorns are an American franchise cricket team, planned to be based in San Francisco, California, that competes in Major League Cricket (MLC). In 2023, it was announced as one of the six teams to participate in the league's inaugural season. The team is owned by Anand Rajaraman and Venky Harinarayan, co-founders of Cambrian ventures.
Plans are underway to build a stadium at the Santa Clara County Fairgrounds. The stadium is expected to have a capacity of 15,000 people. During the first MLC season the team will play at Grand Prairie stadium in Texas. In March 2023, Cricket Victoria announced their partnership with the Unicorns for the opening season.
History
Background
Cricket has been growing steadily in San Jose, thanks to cricket clubs like the Northern California Cricket Alliance. Looking at these growing numbers, the county supervisors have been planning to build a stadium in the Santa Clara Fairgrounds. The Unicorns' minor league affiliate are East Bay Blazers, which competes in the developmental league, Minor League Cricket, and were the Western Division champions of the 2023 edition.
In March 2023, the team ownership, name, and logo was unveiled prior to the inaugural MLC domestic draft. The team is owned by Anand Rajaraman and Venky Harinarayan, and the team partnered with the Australia's Cricket Victoria for the first season. Justin Gaele, MLC tournament director emphasizing about the Unicorns, told that the Bay Area could serve as the launchpad for cricket in the United States.
2023 season
The Unicorns signed the first overseas player signed in the inaugural MLC — Australian international Aaron Finch. He was subsequently announced as the captain. Corey Anderson, Liam Plunkett, Tajinder Singh and Smit Patel were prominent names picked in the domestic round of the draft; Marcus Stoinis was also announced as another overseas signing by the Unicorns. In May 2023, the team announced direct signing of South African pacer, Lungi Ngidi. On 20 June 2023, Unicorns announced former Australian all-rounder Shane Watson as their head coach for the 2023 season.
The team finished fifth in the tournament, winning just two of their five league matches. They were tied on points with the MI New York, but could not advance to the play-offs due to their negative net run arte.
The team is known for its diverse and talented roster, consisting of players from various backgrounds and nationalities. This multicultural composition adds a unique flavor to their gameplay, as they bring together different cricketing styles and strategies from around the world.
The San Francisco Unicorns are known for their strong batting lineup, with several players renowned for their powerful strokes and ability to score big runs. Their aggressive approach to batting often puts pressure on the opposing team's bowlers and sets the stage for high-scoring matches.
In addition to their batting prowess, the team also boasts a formidable bowling attack. Their bowlers are known for their accuracy, pace, and ability to take crucial wickets at crucial moments. This balanced combination of batting and bowling makes the San Francisco Unicorns a force to be reckoned with in any match.
Off the field, the team is actively involved in community outreach programs, promoting the sport of cricket and encouraging youth participation. They regularly organize coaching clinics, charity events, and cricket camps to nurture young talent and spread the love for the game.
The San Francisco Unicorns have a dedicated fan base that supports them passionately in every match. Their home ground, the San Francisco Cricket Club, is always filled with enthusiastic spectators, creating an electric atmosphere during their games.
With their skill, determination, and commitment to the sport, the San Francisco Unicorns continue to make a mark in the cricketing world. They are a team that embodies the spirit of cricket and represents the vibrant and diverse cricketing community in San Francisco.