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The USA T20 League 2026 continues with an exciting clash as Los Angeles takes on Washington Freedom in the sixteenth match of the tournament at Knight Riders Cricket Field, Pomona, on 2nd July, with the action set to begin at 7:00 AM IST.
The best LAS vs WAS Dream11 prediction, fantasy cricket tips, probable playing XI, and match insights for the 16th match of the USA T20 League 2026. Expert analysis and more.
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Hot Picks for LAS vs WAS Dream11 Prediction and Fantasy Cricket Tips:
Captaincy Picks:
Andries Gous – The dependable opener has scored 145 runs in 5 matches at a 147.96 strike rate, including an unbeaten 83 off 50 balls against the San Francisco Unicorns. 
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Mitchell Owen – Washington Freedom’s batting sensation has piled up 337 runs in 5 matches at a phenomenal 217.41 strike rate, highlighted by a record-breaking 155 off 68 balls. |
Top Picks:
Sunil Narine – LA Knight Riders’ mystery spinner has claimed 5 wickets in 4 matches, conceding just 5.33 runs per over to lead the spin attack. |
Nikhil Chaudhary – Chaudhary has contributed 59 runs at a strike rate of 155.26 and picked up 3 wickets while maintaining a 7.25 economy rate. |
Budget Picks:
Jason Holder – The LA Knight Riders captain has contributed 35 runs and taken 4 wickets in 4 matches, playing a key all-round role for his side. |
Rovman Powell – Powell has scored 68 runs in 4 matches at a strike rate of 165.40, showcasing his explosive power-hitting throughout the tournament. |
LAS vs WAS USA T20 League 2026 Captain and Vice-captain Choices:
Captain | Mitchell Owen & Andries Gous |
Vice-Captain | Sunil Narine & Jason Holder |
LAS vs WAS Dream11 Prediction Team 1:
- Keepers – Andre Fletcher, Andries Gous
- Batsmen – Colin Munro, Mark Chapman
- All-rounders – Shadley van Schalkwyk, Sunil Narine (vc), Andre Russell, Jason Holder, Marco Jansen, Mitchell Owen ©
- Bowlers – Saurabh Netravalkar
LAS vs WAS Dream11 Prediction Team 2:
- Keepers – Andre Fletcher, Andries Gous ©
- Batsmen – Colin Munro, Rovman Powell
- All-rounders – Sunil Narine, Andre Russell, Jason Holder (vc), Nikhil Chaudhary, Marco Jansen, Mitchell Owen
- Bowlers – Saurabh Netravalkar
LAS vs WAS Dream11 Prediction Today Match 16 USA T20 League 2026 Players to Avoid:
Players | Dream11 Credits | Dream11 Points (Last match) |
Ali Khan | NA | NA |
Lockie Ferguson | NA | NA |
LAS vs WAS Dream11 Prediction Today Match 16 USA T20 League 2026 Expert Advice:
SL Captaincy Choice | Mitchell Owen |
GL Captaincy Choice | Andries Gous |
Punt Picks | Nikhil Chaudhary and Rovman Powell |
Dream11 Combination | 2-2-6-1 |
LAS vs WAS Match Preview:
The sixteenth match of the 2026 Major League Cricket season will feature the Los Angeles Knight Riders taking on Washington Freedom at the Knight Riders Cricket Field in Pomona, California, on 2nd July, with the match scheduled to begin at 7:00 AM IST. As the tournament reaches its midway stage, both teams will be eager to improve their position in the standings.
The Los Angeles Knight Riders head into this home fixture looking to bounce back after suffering two consecutive defeats, making this an important opportunity to regain momentum. Meanwhile, Washington Freedom also enters the contest under pressure after slipping to the bottom of the points table.
Despite posting a competitive total of 190/4 against the San Francisco Unicorns in their previous match on 28th June 2026, Washington fell to an eight-wicket defeat and will now aim to produce a stronger all-round performance. With both sides desperate to return to winning ways, fans can expect an entertaining and closely contested battle in Pomona.
LAS vs WAS Head-to-Head Record:
Teams | Matches Won |
Los Angeles | 4 |
Washington Freedom | 2 |
LAS vs WAS Weather & Pitch Report:
Temperature | 31°C |
Weather Forecast | Partly Cloudy |
Pitch Behaviour | Batting-friendly |
Best Suited To | Pace |
Average 1st innings score | 168 |
Record of chasing teams:
Records | Good |
Winning % | 57% |
LAS vs WAS Playing 11s (Predicted):
Los Angeles Playing 11:
1) Colin Munro
2) Andre Fletcher (wk)
3) Unmukt Chand
4) Sunil Narine
5) Rovman Powell
6) Jason Holder ©
7) Saif Badar
8) Fabian Allen
9) Matthew Tromp
10) Shadley van Schalkwyk
11) Ali Khan
Washington Freedom Playing 11:
1) Mitchell Owen
2) Steve Smith ©
3) Mark Chapman
4) Andries Gous
5) Nikhil Chaudhary
6) Obus Pienaar
7) Lahiru Milantha
8) Amila Aponso
9) Marco Jansen
10) Lockie Ferguson
11) Saurabh Netravalkar
LAS vs WAS Match Winner Prediction:
Looking at the squad strength, Los Angeles is expected to win this match.
