Texas Super Kings Secure Third Consecutive Victory in MLC 2025
Texas Super Kings achieved an impressive win in Major League Cricket (MLC) 2025, marking their third consecutive victory by defeating Seattle Orcas by a staggering 93 runs. In a match held on June 16, the Orcas struggled throughout their innings, getting bowled out for just 60 runs while chasing a target of 154. The standout performances came from Zia-ul-Haq and Nandre Burger, who spearheaded the bowling attack, dismantling the Orcas’ batting lineup with remarkable precision.
Texas Super Kings’ Bowling Dominance
The match began with Texas Super Kings’ bowlers making an immediate impact during the powerplay. Zia-ul-Haq and Nandre Burger wreaked havoc on the Seattle Orcas, reducing them to a precarious 21 for 5 within the first five overs. The duo’s ability to move the new ball effectively caused significant trouble for the Orcas batsmen, who struggled to settle at the crease.
As the innings progressed, the introduction of spin only worsened Seattle’s plight. Noor Ahmad joined the fray, quickly taking two crucial wickets by dismissing Sujit Nayak and Harmeet Singh, both lbw. This left the Orcas reeling at 27 for 7, highlighting the ongoing collapse of their batting order. Aaron Jones and Jasdeep Singh briefly resisted the onslaught, forming a partnership that yielded 18 runs. However, their efforts could not stave off the inevitable, as the last wickets fell swiftly, with the Orcas managing only 60 runs in 13.5 overs.
Texas Super Kings’ Batting Resilience
While Texas Super Kings’ bowlers dominated, the team’s batting lineup faced challenges of its own on a tricky pitch. Faf du Plessis and Devon Conway struggled during the powerplay, both departing early in the innings. However, the Super Kings found stability through a valuable 48-run partnership between Saiteja Mukkamalla and Daryl Mitchell. Mukkamalla showcased his attacking prowess, hitting two sixes against Sikandar Raza and Waqar Salamkheil.
Marcus Stoinis played a pivotal role in adding momentum to the innings with a quick-fire 28 runs off just 12 balls, including four sixes. As the innings neared its conclusion, Milind Kumar and Shubham Ranjane contributed significantly, hitting two sixes and a boundary in the final over. This late burst propelled the Super Kings to a total of 153 runs for six wickets in their allotted 20 overs.
Match Summary
In summary, the Texas Super Kings triumphed over the Seattle Orcas with a comprehensive 93-run victory. The Super Kings posted a score of 153/6 in their innings, with notable contributions from Saiteja Mukkamalla (30) and Marcus Stoinis (28). The Orcas, in response, struggled to find form and were ultimately bowled out for a mere 60 runs. Nandre Burger and Zia-ul-Haq were the standout bowlers for the Super Kings, claiming three wickets each and sealing the match with their impressive performances.
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