WATCH: Liam Plunkett bowls the delivery of the match at Ryan Rickelton | MLC 2024, SFU vs SO

There was a strange encounter in Church Street Park as San Francisco Unicorns (SFU) scored a crucial victory by 23 runs in Seattle Orcas (SO) in the 13th game of Major League Cricket (MLC) 2024. The game had a few important moments, but none more important Liam Plunketta special delivery that has destroyed a bit of form Ryan Rickelton.

Liam Plunkett’s professional cutter to spot Ryan Rickelton

Batting first, the Unicorns posted 165/7 in their allotted overs. Matthew Short strengthened the innings with a composed 56, while Finn Allen gave it a quickfire 34. However, the turnaround came in the 8th over with the score at 58/1. The dangerous Rickelton, looking well placed on 29 (21 balls), tried a big shot off Plunkett’s delivery. The experienced seamer produced a stunning delivery – a tricky cutter away from the off-stump. Mishandling the move, Rickelton missed the ball completely, and it hit high, sparking cheers in the Unicorns camp. This crucial wicket broke a potentially dangerous partnership and shifted the momentum in their favour.

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Plunkett’s bowling guides the Unicorns to victory

Cameron Gannon (3/26) was the pick of Seattle’s pitchers, limiting the Unicorns to a big total. In response, Orcas’ pursuit faltered from the start. Despite the hero 54 since Shehan Jayasuriyathe speed required proved too great.

Liam Plunkett he continued to perform well with the ball, claiming three more wickets for just 26 runs, closing the door on any hopes of a Seattle comeback. His brilliant bowling (3/26), including a game-changing dismissal of Rickelton, earned him the Man of the Match award. This victory strengthens the Unicorns’ position at the top of the league as they move up to third place.

Meanwhile, the Seattle Orcas’ third loss in four games left them at the bottom of the standings.

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