Cricket history is being made on the West Coast as Oakland Coliseum becomes the first venue in California to host top-level cricket league matches. The iconic stadium, which served as the Oakland Athletics home for 56 years until 2024, has been transformed to welcome Major League Cricket (MLC) 2025, marking a groundbreaking moment for American cricket. With a modified capacity of 12,000 for cricket matches and state-of-the-art drop-in pitches meeting international standards, Oakland Coliseum is set to be a game-changer in the cricket landscape.
Ground Information
Basic Details
| Feature | Details |
|---|---|
| Established | 1966 (Cricket debut: 2025) |
| Original Capacity | 63,000 (Baseball/Football) |
| Cricket Capacity | 12,000 spectators |
| Location | Oakland, California, United States |
| Full Name | Oakland-Alameda County Coliseum |
| Previous Sports | Baseball (MLB), American Football (NFL) |
| Cricket Format | T20 (MLC) |
Stadium Features
- Drop-in cricket pitches meeting ICC international standards
- West Coast’s first venue for top-level cricket
- Modern facilities with premium hospitality options
- BART (Coliseum Station) and AMTRAK connectivity
- Part of the Oakland-Alameda County Coliseum Complex
Major League Cricket (MLC) Records at Oakland Coliseum
Team Records
| Record | Team | Score | Match | Date |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Highest Team Total | San Francisco Unicorns | 269/5 (20 overs) | vs Washington Freedom | June 12, 2025 |
| Lowest Team Total | Washington Freedom | 146 all out (13.1 overs) | vs San Francisco Unicorns | June 12, 2025 |
| Largest Victory Margin | San Francisco Unicorns | 123 runs | vs Washington Freedom | June 12, 2025 |
| Most Sixes in Team Innings | San Francisco Unicorns | 28 sixes | vs Washington Freedom | June 12, 2025 |
Individual Batting Records
| Record | Player | Performance | Match | Date |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Highest Individual Score | Finn Allen (SF Unicorns) | 151* (51 balls, 19 sixes, 5 fours) | vs Washington Freedom | June 12, 2025 |
| Most Sixes in an Innings | Finn Allen (SF Unicorns) | 19 sixes | vs Washington Freedom | June 12, 2025 |
| Fastest Century | Finn Allen (SF Unicorns) | 34 balls | vs Washington Freedom | June 12, 2025 |
| Fastest 150 | Finn Allen (SF Unicorns) | 49 balls | vs Washington Freedom | June 12, 2025 |
| Second Highest Score | Jake Fraser-McGurk (SF Unicorns) | 88 (38 balls, 11 sixes) | vs LA Knight Riders | June 14, 2025 |
Historic Achievements at Oakland Coliseum
World Records Set:
- Most sixes in T20 innings: Finn Allen’s 19 sixes (broke Chris Gayle’s record of 18)
- Fastest 150 in T20 cricket: Finn Allen’s 49-ball 150 (beat previous record)
- Highest T20 total in USA: San Francisco Unicorns’ 269/5
MLC Records Set:
- Highest individual score in MLC history: Finn Allen’s 151*
- Fastest century in MLC: Finn Allen’s 34-ball 100
- Highest team total in MLC: San Francisco Unicorns’ 269/5
- Largest victory margin in MLC: 123 runs
Bowling Records
| Record | Player | Figures | Match | Date |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Best Bowling Figures | Xavier Bartlett (SF Unicorns) | 4/28 | vs LA Knight Riders | June 14, 2025 |
| Best Bowling Figures | Haris Rauf (SF Unicorns) | 4/41 | vs LA Knight Riders | June 14, 2025 |
| Best Economy Rate | Information unavailable | Information unavailable | – | – |
Partnership Records
| Record | Players | Runs | Match | Date |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Highest Partnership | Finn Allen & Jake Fraser-McGurk | 121 runs (55 balls) | vs LA Knight Riders | June 14, 2025 |
| Second Highest | Finn Allen & Sanjay Krishnamurthi | 88 runs (37 balls) | vs Washington Freedom | June 12, 2025 |
MLC 2025 Matches at Oakland Coliseum
Schedule of Matches (June 12-18, 2025)
| Date | Match | Teams | Result | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| June 12 | Match 1 | San Francisco Unicorns vs Washington Freedom | SF won by 123 runs | Completed |
| June 13 | Match 2 | MI New York vs Texas Super Kings | TSK won by 3 runs | Completed |
| June 14 | Match 3 | San Francisco Unicorns vs LA Knight Riders | SF won by 32 runs | Completed |
| June 15 | Match 4 | San Francisco Unicorns vs MI New York | SF won by 6 wickets | Completed |
| June 16 | Match 5 | LA Knight Riders vs Texas Super Kings | Scheduled | Upcoming |
| June 17 | Match 6 | Texas Super Kings vs Seattle Orcas | Scheduled | Upcoming |
| June 18 | Match 7 | MI New York vs Seattle Orcas | Scheduled | Upcoming |
San Francisco Unicorns Home Games
- June 12: vs Washington Freedom (Won by 123 runs)
- June 14: vs LA Knight Riders (Won by 32 runs)
- June 15: vs MI New York (Won by 6 wickets)
Test Cricket Records
Note: Oakland Coliseum has not hosted any Test cricket matches. The venue is exclusively configured for T20 cricket in the MLC format.
ODI Cricket Records
Note: Oakland Coliseum has not hosted any One Day International (ODI) matches. The stadium’s cricket operations are currently limited to the Major League Cricket T20 format.
Statistical Summary
Overall MLC Statistics at Oakland Coliseum
| Statistic | Value |
|---|---|
| Total Matches Played | 4 matches (as of June 15, 2025) |
| Average First Innings Score | 205 runs |
| Teams Batting First Wins | 3 out of 4 matches |
| Teams Chasing Wins | 1 out of 4 matches |
| Total Sixes Hit | 50+ sixes |
| Highest Strike Rate | 296.07 (Finn Allen) |
Venue Characteristics
- Playing Surface: Drop-in pitches designed for aggressive batting
- Boundary Dimensions: Modified to suit T20 cricket format
- Weather Conditions: California’s favorable climate for cricket
- Toss Factor: Winning toss and batting first appears favorable
Economic Impact and Future
MLC 2025 at Oakland Coliseum is expected to deliver a $3 million direct economic boost to the city, making it the first west-coast venue to host top-level cricket. The venue has been showcased as a potential host for cricket matches in the 2028 Olympics, as the sport returns to the Summer Games after a 128-year hiatus.
Frequently Asked Questions
Q1: What is the highest individual score at Oakland Coliseum?
A: Finn Allen holds the record with an incredible 151 not out off 51 balls for San Francisco Unicorns against Washington Freedom on June 12, 2025. His innings included 19 sixes and 5 fours, setting multiple world records in T20 cricket.
Q2: How many MLC 2025 matches are scheduled at Oakland Coliseum?
A: Oakland Coliseum is hosting 9 matches during MLC 2025, running from June 12-18, 2025. The venue serves as one of three locations for the tournament, alongside Grand Prairie Stadium in Texas and Broward County Stadium in Florida.
Q3: What records were broken at Oakland Coliseum during MLC 2025?
A: Multiple world records were set, including most sixes in a T20 innings (19 by Finn Allen), fastest 150 in T20 cricket (49 balls), highest T20 total in USA (269/5), and largest victory margin in MLC history (123 runs).
Q4: What is the capacity of Oakland Coliseum for cricket matches?
A: The stadium has been modified to accommodate 12,000 spectators for cricket matches, down from its original capacity of 63,000 for baseball. Special drop-in pitches meeting ICC international standards have been installed.
Q5: Will Oakland Coliseum host cricket beyond MLC 2025?
A: While the immediate focus is on MLC 2025, the venue is being considered for cricket matches in the 2028 Olympics. The success of the current tournament will likely influence future cricket hosting decisions at the Coliseum.