TSK vs SF-4th match MLC, 20 June 2026- San Francisco Unicorns Defeat Texas Super Kings by 7 Wickets in MLC 2026 Clash

Texas Super Kings Struggle Despite Late Fightback

Texas Super Kings endured a difficult start after losing both openers, Faf du Plessis and Saiteja Mukkamalla, inside the first three overs.

Middle-order batter Rilee Rossouw attempted to rebuild the innings with a valuable 36 off 29 balls, while Milind Kumar provided quick runs with 17 from 11 deliveries.

However, regular wickets prevented Texas from gaining momentum. At one stage they were struggling at 86/7 before Hardus Viljoen launched a late counterattack.

Viljoen smashed an unbeaten 33 off 24 balls, including three sixes, while Nandre Burger chipped in with a quick 9 not out from 4 balls to help Texas reach 152/9 in 20 overs.

Texas Super Kings Top Scorers
Rilee Rossouw – 36 (29)
Hardus Viljoen – 33* (24)
Donovan Ferreira – 21 (17)
Milind Kumar – 17 (11)
Siddle and Short Lead Unicorns Bowling Attack

The San Francisco bowlers maintained pressure throughout the innings.

Veteran Australian pacer Peter Siddle was outstanding, claiming 3 wickets for 36 runs, including the key wickets of Faf du Plessis, Wiaan Mulder, and Amshi de Silva.

Captain Matthew Short contributed with the ball as well, taking 2/25, while Ghulam Mudassar picked up an economical wicket.

Best Bowling Figures
Peter Siddle – 3/36
Matthew Short – 2/25
Ghulam Mudassar – 1/11
Brody Couch – 1/34
Pretorius Anchors Comfortable Chase

San Francisco Unicorns lost Finn Allen early for just one run, but opener Lhuan-dre Pretorius took control of the chase.

The young batter played a composed and match-winning knock of 69 not out from 55 balls, striking eight fours and a six.

Captain Matthew Short provided strong support with a brisk 31 off 19 balls, including three boundaries and two sixes. Their partnership laid the foundation for the chase.

After Short's dismissal, wicketkeeper Connor Esterhuizen added 20 runs before Sanjay Krishnamurthi finished the game with an unbeaten 19 off 12 deliveries.

San Francisco reached 153/3 in 17.5 overs, winning comfortably by seven wickets.

Unicorns Top Scorers
Lhuan-dre Pretorius – 69* (55)
Matthew Short – 31 (19)
Connor Esterhuizen – 20 (18)
Sanjay Krishnamurthi – 19* (12)
Texas Bowlers Unable to Defend Target

Texas bowlers struggled to apply consistent pressure despite early success from Nandre Burger.

Burger dismissed Finn Allen in the opening over, while Hardus Viljoen and Amshi de Silva claimed one wicket each.

However, Pretorius and Short ensured the chase never got out of control.

Texas Bowling
Nandre Burger – 1/13
Hardus Viljoen – 1/33
Amshi de Silva – 1/21
Match Summary

Texas Super Kings: 152/9 (20 Overs)

Rilee Rossouw 36 (29)
Hardus Viljoen 33* (24)
Peter Siddle 3/36

San Francisco Unicorns: 153/3 (17.5 Overs)

Lhuan-dre Pretorius 69* (55)
Matthew Short 31 (19)
Connor Esterhuizen 20 (18)

Result: San Francisco Unicorns won by 7 wickets.

Player of the Match

🏆 Lhuan-dre Pretorius (San Francisco Unicorns)

The opener produced a mature unbeaten innings of 69 runs from 55 balls, anchoring the chase and ensuring a comfortable victory for the Unicorns.

Key Moments
Peter Siddle's three-wicket spell restricted Texas.
Matthew Short's all-round contribution (31 runs and 2 wickets).
Lhuan-dre Pretorius' unbeaten 69 guided the chase.
San Francisco completed the target with over two overs to spare.
Conclusion

San Francisco Unicorns showcased their strength in both batting and bowling departments to secure a convincing win over Texas Super Kings. Peter Siddle's experience with the ball and Lhuan-dre Pretorius' match-winning knock proved decisive as the Unicorns continued their strong start to the MLC 2026 campaign.