Guyana Amazon Warriors will take on San Francisco Unicorns in Match No. 2 of the Global Super League 2026 at the Providence Stadium in Guyana on July 24.

The Guyana Amazon Warriors earned their place in the tournament as the host franchise after finishing runners-up in the Caribbean Premier League 2025, where they suffered a defeat to Trinbago Knight Riders in the final. Led by veteran leg-spinner Imran Tahir, the Warriors boast a well-balanced squad featuring explosive batter Glenn Phillips, local star Shimron Hetmyer, all-rounders Romario Shepherd and Matthew Forde, along with left-arm spinner Gudakesh Motie.

Meanwhile, the San Francisco Unicorns enter the competition on the back of a successful Major League Cricket 2026 campaign, having defeated Washington Freedom in the final to lift the title. The Unicorns will be captained by Hassan Khan and possess a mix of experienced campaigners and promising talents, including Hammad Azam, Fabian Allen, Connor Esterhuizen, veteran Australian pacer Peter Siddle, and young seamer Gideon Peters.

GAW vs SFU: Match Details

Match	Guyana Amazon Warriors vs San Francisco Unicorns, Match 2, Global Super League 2026
Date and Time (IST)	Friday, July 24, 2026, 4:30 AM (IST)
Venue	Providence Stadium, Guyana
Broadcast and Live-Streaming	FanCode (App & Website)

Providence Stadium, Guyana: Pitch Report

The pitch at Providence Stadium in Guyana is expected to offer a balanced contest between bat and ball, with conditions generally favouring bowlers, especially as the game progresses.

Fast bowlers are likely to find some early movement with the new ball, while the slow nature of the surface allows spinners to come into play during the middle and latter stages of the innings. Batters who take time to settle at the crease can score freely once set, but aggressive stroke play in the powerplay may prove risky.

GAW vs SFU: Head-to-Head Record

This will be the first encounter between Guyana Amazon Warriors and San Francisco Unicorns.

GAW vs SFU: Predicted Playing XIs Guyana Amazon Warriors:

Quentin Sampson, Johnson Charles (WK), Shimron Hetmyer, Rovman Powell, Glenn Phillips, Mohammad Nabi, Romario Shepherd, Keemo Paul, Dwaine Pretorius, Matthew Forde, Gudakesh Motie, Imran Tahir (C)

San Francisco Unicorns:

Tim Robinson, Connor Esterhuizen (WK), Hammad Azam, Sanjay Krishnamurthi, Fabian Allen, Hassan Khan (C), Oliver Peake, Anirudh Immanuel, Karima Gore, Peter Siddle, Gideon Peters

GAW vs SFU: Probable Best Performers of the Match Probable Best Batter: Shimron Hetmyer Shimron Hetmyer. (Photo Source: Desert Vipers)

Shimron Hetmyer could be the key batter in this clash. The left-hander has scored 1,678 runs in 65 T20 matches and is renowned for his aggressive stroke play and ability to take the game away from the opposition in a matter of overs. If Hetmyer gets going, he can dominate both pace and spin with ease, making him a crucial player for the Guyana Amazon Warriors.

Probable Best Bowler: Imran Tahir Imran Tahir. (Photo Source: Instagram)

Veteran leg-spinner Imran Tahir could be the key bowler in this clash. The South African-born spinner has claimed an impressive 572 wickets in 448 T20 matches, underlining his consistency and wicket-taking ability in the shortest format. His vast experience, clever variations, and ability to strike during the middle overs make him a vital asset for the Guyana Amazon Warriors.

Today's Match Prediction: Chasing side to win the match