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Texas Super Kings Open Fourth MLC Season Against Seattle Orcas on June 18
The Texas Super Kings will open the 2026 Major League Cricket season on June 18 against the Seattle Orcas at Grand Prairie Stadium, marking the league's first match of the year. Led by captain Faf du Plessis and head coach Stephen Fleming, the team features international stars and American players as the franchise continues to build cricket's presence in Texas.
Quick Facts
Who
Texas Super Kings
What
Season opening match
When
June 18, 2026
Where
Grand Prairie Stadium
- Season opening match
- Fourth MLC season launch
- League's first match of 2026
- Playoff qualification streak
- Academy network expansion
The Texas Super Kings will launch the 2026 Major League Cricket season on June 18 with an opening match against the Seattle Orcas at Grand Prairie Stadium in Texas. The game, scheduled for 7:30 PM CT, marks the league's first match of the year and continues the franchise's role in establishing Texas as a cornerstone market for professional cricket in the United States.
Under the leadership of captain Faf du Plessis and head coach Stephen Fleming, the Texas Super Kings have assembled a competitive roster combining international talent with homegrown American players. The squad includes international stars such as Keshav Maharaj, Wiaan Mulder, Akeal Hosein, Nandre Burger, and Donovan Ferreira, alongside American players including Saiteja Mukkamalla, Milind Kumar, and Shubham Ranjane, who represent the United States Men's National Cricket Team.
Du Plessis expressed enthusiasm about the upcoming season, stating: "Leading this team out at Grand Prairie Stadium for another season is a moment I have been looking forward to. The fans here in Grand Prairie have built something genuine over the past three seasons. We are ready to give them a season worth showing up for." The Texas Super Kings have qualified for the playoffs in each season since Major League Cricket's inaugural year in 2023.
Texas Super Kings co-owner Anurag Jain highlighted the franchise's broader mission: "We are delighted to be opening the 2026 season in Grand Prairie and showcasing what this franchise is building in Texas and across the United States. A squad of international standard, a growing pathway for young players to enter the game and a commitment to growing cricket at every level."
The franchise has expanded its academy network and increased investment in grassroots cricket development as part of a long-term vision for establishing Texas as a center of American cricket. The 2026 schedule includes ten matches through mid-July, with early games at Grand Prairie Stadium followed by away contests in Oakland and Pomona, California. Fans are encouraged to purchase tickets early as select matches are expected to sell out.
Why This Matters
This opening match signals the continued growth of Major League Cricket as a professional sports league in the United States. For Texas and Grand Prairie specifically, it represents an investment in establishing the state as a major cricket hub, creating pathways for American players to develop at elite levels and attracting international talent. For cricket fans, it marks the beginning of another season with a franchise that has made the playoffs every year since the league's inception, suggesting competitive, high-quality cricket.
Timeline & Sources
Jan 1, 2023
WireMajor League Cricket inaugural season; Texas Super Kings begin qualifying for playoffs annually
Jun 17, 2026
WireGlobeNewswire announces Texas Super Kings season opening
Jun 18, 2026
WireTexas Super Kings open 2026 MLC season against Seattle Orcas at Grand Prairie Stadium