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India Gazette
12-07-2025
- Sport
- India Gazette
Kieron Pollard powers MINY into MLC 2025 final with blistering finish
Dallas [US], July 12 (ANI): Kieron Pollard may be a batting coach for Mumbai Indians (MI) in the Indian Premier League (IPL), a fitting role at 38, but across the globe, including in Major League Cricket (MLC), he continues to operate as a full-fledged allrounder. On Friday night in Dallas, he reminded everyone just how vital he is to MI New York, smashing an unbeaten match-winning 47 off just 22 deliveries to steer his side into the MLC 2025 final. The Texas Super Kings, who seemed destined for the title clash, were left stunned as Pollard turned the tide, as per ESPNcricinfo. Chasing 167, MI New York's innings got off to a shaky start. Quinton de Kock and Michael Bracewell departed early, both failing to reach double figures within the first seven overs. The scoreboard read 43 when Bracewell fell, thanks largely to Monank Patel's efforts, though he laboured at a strike rate of around 120. Nicholas Pooran, who joined Monank after Bracewell's dismissal, also struggled for fluency early on. By the time Monank was dismissed for a fighting 49 off 39 balls in the 13th over, MI New York had only reached 83. Pollard came to the crease and faced his first delivery from Noor Ahmad and dispatched it 100 metres straight down the ground, a warning shot that signalled the momentum shift to come. Despite his fireworks, TSK managed to hold their ground until the 16th over, with the required rate still at a steep 12.5. Then came the defining moment as Zia-ul-Haq was handed the ball, and Pollard, from the second delivery of the over, went on a rampage, 6, 4, 4, 2, 6. The over yielded 23 runs and decisively swung the game in MI New York's favour. The rest of the chase was a formality. Pooran sealed the win with his third six, finishing unbeaten on 52 off 36, while Pollard walked off with 47 off 22, his late blitz proving the difference. MI New York, who had only managed three wins from ten league matches and had to battle through the Eliminator and Qualifier 2, had now secured their place in the final, where they will face Washington Freedom. The loss was particularly bitter for Texas Super Kings, especially after a promising finish with the bat. Their innings had been built around Faf du Plessis, who scored a measured 59 off 42 balls while wickets tumbled around him. Smit Patel, Saiteja Mukkamalla, Shubham Ranjane, and Marcus Stoinis all fell cheaply, leaving TSK teetering at 85/5 in the 13th over. Du Plessis' dismissal sparked an unexpected resurgence, though. Akeal Hosein and Donovan Ferreira stitched together a 81-run stand in just 45 balls. Hosein's aggressive 55 off 32 and Ferreira's 32 off 20 lifted TSK to a competitive 166/5, giving them a fighting chance. In the end, it wasn't enough. Pollard, ably supported by Pooran, ensured MI New York completed a dramatic turnaround and marched into the final with momentum and belief firmly on their side. (ANI)
Mint
12-07-2025
- Sport
- Mint
Kieron Pollard powers MINY into MLC 2025 final with blistering finish
Dallas [US], July 12 (ANI): Kieron Pollard may be a batting coach for Mumbai Indians (MI) in the Indian Premier League (IPL), a fitting role at 38, but across the globe, including in Major League Cricket (MLC), he continues to operate as a full-fledged allrounder. On Friday night in Dallas, he reminded everyone just how vital he is to MI New York, smashing an unbeaten match-winning 47 off just 22 deliveries to steer his side into the MLC 2025 final. The Texas Super Kings, who seemed destined for the title clash, were left stunned as Pollard turned the tide, as per ESPNcricinfo. Chasing 167, MI New York's innings got off to a shaky start. Quinton de Kock and Michael Bracewell departed early, both failing to reach double figures within the first seven overs. The scoreboard read 43 when Bracewell fell, thanks largely to Monank Patel's efforts, though he laboured at a strike rate of around 120. Nicholas Pooran, who joined Monank after Bracewell's dismissal, also struggled for fluency early on. By the time Monank was dismissed for a fighting 49 off 39 balls in the 13th over, MI New York had only reached 83. Pollard came to the crease and faced his first delivery from Noor Ahmad and dispatched it 100 metres straight down the ground, a warning shot that signalled the momentum shift to come. Despite his fireworks, TSK managed to hold their ground until the 16th over, with the required rate still at a steep 12.5. Then came the defining moment as Zia-ul-Haq was handed the ball, and Pollard, from the second delivery of the over, went on a rampage, 6, 4, 4, 2, 6. The over yielded 23 runs and decisively swung the game in MI New York's favour. The rest of the chase was a formality. Pooran sealed the win with his third six, finishing unbeaten on 52 off 36, while Pollard walked off with 47 off 22, his late blitz proving the difference. MI New York, who had only managed three wins from ten league matches and had to battle through the Eliminator and Qualifier 2, had now secured their place in the final, where they will face Washington Freedom. The loss was particularly bitter for Texas Super Kings, especially after a promising finish with the bat. Their innings had been built around Faf du Plessis, who scored a measured 59 off 42 balls while wickets tumbled around him. Smit Patel, Saiteja Mukkamalla, Shubham Ranjane, and Marcus Stoinis all fell cheaply, leaving TSK teetering at 85/5 in the 13th over. Du Plessis' dismissal sparked an unexpected resurgence, though. Akeal Hosein and Donovan Ferreira stitched together a 81-run stand in just 45 balls. Hosein's aggressive 55 off 32 and Ferreira's 32 off 20 lifted TSK to a competitive 166/5, giving them a fighting chance. In the end, it wasn't enough. Pollard, ably supported by Pooran, ensured MI New York completed a dramatic turnaround and marched into the final with momentum and belief firmly on their side. (ANI)
News18
24-06-2025
- Sport
- News18
MI Batter Tries To Review A Bowled In MLC, Has To Walk Off Red-Faced, Video Viral
Last Updated: Michael Bracewell mistakenly tried to review a clean-bowled dismissal in a 2025 MLC. His reaction after he got to know said it all! MI New York batter Michael Bracewell had to walk back red-faced and with a sheepish smile after mistakenly trying to review a clean-bowled in a 2025 Major League Cricket (MLC) match against San Francisco Unicorns on Tuesday (June 24). He was out for a golden duck in a big 47-run loss for the New Yorkers. It happened on the second ball of the 17th over with MI attempting to chase the steep target of 247 set by the Unicorns. Bracewell faced Romario Shepherd for his first ball, who had gotten rid of the well-set Quinton de Kock on the previous delivery. Bracewell got a skiddy straight ball on his off-stump and tried to swipe it to the leg-side but missed the bounce, letting the rock sneak under his blade to clatter the off-stump. MI were already quite behind the contest before that over, but by taking two wickets and leaking just two runs, Shepherd put the final nail in the coffin. Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) fans would be quite aware of his impact in such situations both with bat and ball as he did the same for them in IPL 2025. 'Tough day for us, credit to them," MI captain Nicholas Pooran reflected after the match, as quoted by Cricbuzz. 'We didn't execute our plans as a bowling group. If we chased that down, it would be a great chase. The opening partnership gave us a chance, but credit to them, they bowled well in the middle phase." MI have managed to win just one of their five games so far. 'We've had some tough games, it is challenging when the other teams are also playing nicely. We need to go over our plans again and come out with better execution of those plans," Pooran said. First Published:
Time of India
19-06-2025
- Sport
- Time of India
MLC 2025: Monank Patel's 93 enters record-book as MI New York beat Seattle Orcas by 7 wickets
Monank Patel of MI New York (Sportzpics) NEW DELHI: MI New York bounced back in style with a commanding 7-wicket win over the Seattle Orcas in the 9th match of Major League Cricket 2025 at Oakland Coliseum, California. Chasing a stiff 201-run target, MI New York reached 203/3 in 19 overs, thanks to a blazing unbeaten 50 from Michael Bracewell and a composed 93 from opener Monank Patel, who registered the highest individual score by an American player in MLC history with this knock. . After deciding to bat first, the Seattle Orcas posted a competitive 200/5. Go Beyond The Boundary with our YouTube channel. SUBSCRIBE NOW! Kyle Mayers starred with a 46-ball 88, hammering 10 sixes and three fours in a fluent knock. Opener Shayan Jahangir (43) and captain Heinrich Klaasen (27) chipped in with valuable contributions, while Naveen-ul-Haq picked up two wickets for MI New York, including the key scalp of Hetmyer. Despite the solid total, Seattle's bowlers failed to defend on a flat track. MI New York lost Quinton de Kock early for 14, but Monank Patel anchored the chase beautifully, putting on a 119-run stand with Bracewell. Patel smashed eight fours and seven sixes in his 50-ball 93, keeping the scoreboard ticking at a rapid rate. Highest Individual Score by an American Player in MLC 93: Monank Patel v SEO, 2025* 79*: SP Krishnamurthi v WSF, 2024 68: Unmukt Chand v TSK, 2024 62: Unmukt Chand v SEO, 2024 62: Monank Patel v TSK, 2025 Bracewell, who also bowled a tight spell earlier (1/20), delivered with the bat too. His unbeaten 50 off 35 balls, laced with three fours and three sixes, ensured there were no late hiccups. Kieron Pollard added a quickfire 26 not out off 10 balls to finish the game in style with an over to spare. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like What She Did Mid-Air Left Passengers Speechless medalmerit Learn More Undo MI New York: All You Need to Know | MLC 2025 Squad, Stars and Fixtures Sikandar Raza was the only bright spot in Seattle's bowling, picking up two wickets, including Pooran and de Kock. However, lack of support from the rest of the attack cost the Orcas dearly. With this win, MI New York opened their accounts in the MLC 2025 points table, while Seattle, still without a win after three matches, will need to regroup quickly after back-to-back defeats. Game On Season 1 kicks off with Sakshi Malik's inspiring story. Watch Episode 1 here
Mint
14-06-2025
- Sport
- Mint
Faf du Plessis defies age at 40 to take superman-like catch during MI New York vs Texas Super Kings in MLC 2025
Faf du Plessis defied age at 40 to take a superman-like one-handed catch to dismiss MI New York's Michael Bracewell in the second match of the Major League Cricket (MLC) 2025 at the Oakland Coliseum in California on Saturday. Led by Du Plessis, Texas Super Kings were playing their first match of the MLC 2025. The incident took place in the 14th over of the MI New York innings, bowled by Adam Milne. Reacting to a slower back of the length delivery, Bracewell played a flat-batted shot with a decent power. Although it looked that the ball wouldn't be off Du Plessis reach, but the veteran of the sport leaped to his right like a bird to snap the ball. Earlier, batting first, Texas Super Kings rode on Devon Conway's 65 and Calvin Savage's 53 not out to steer the team to a competitive 185/6. While Conway stood tall at one end, Texas Super Kings kept on losing wickets at regular intervals. It was until Conway and Savage put together a 79-run stand for the sixth wicket to take the total past 180. In reply, MI New York had the worst possible start with openers Agni Chopra and Quinton de Kock back in the hut with single digits. Monank Patel (62), Bracewell (38) and Kieron Pollard (32) tried their best but it wasn't enough as the New York-based franchise fell short by three runs.
