MI New York and Texas Super Kings Clash in Major League Cricket: MINY Storm into Final with Dominant Win In a high-stakes encounter in the 2025 edition of Major League Cricket (MLC)
MI New York (MINY) outclassed Texas Super Kings (TSK) by 7 wickets in Qualifier 2, securing their place in the grand final.
The match, held at the Grand Prairie Stadium in Dallas, showcased explosive performances from T20 veterans Kieron Pollard and Nicholas Pooran, turning the tables on a team that had defeated them multiple times in the league stage.
Pollard and Pooran Lead the Charge
Chasing a target of 166, MI New York displayed complete dominance with the bat.
Skipper Kieron Pollard played a captain’s knock, smashing an unbeaten 47 off just 22 balls.
Alongside him, Nicholas Pooran anchored the innings with a calm and controlled 52 not out. Their unbroken 99-run partnership guided MINY to 172 for 3 in just 19 overs, sealing a confident victory.
Pollard was deservedly named Player of the Match for his power-hitting and leadership under pressure.
His ability to finish games has made him a match-winner in franchise leagues around the world, and this game was no exception.
Pollard vs Faf: The Tense On-field Moment
One of the most talked-about moments of the match came during the eighth over when Kieron Pollard bowled a tight spell and gave a fierce stare to Faf du Plessis, who had stepped out of his crease.
This intense exchange added drama and showed the pressure both sides were under.
Such moments reflect how even experienced players like Faf are tested in knockout matches,
especially when bowlers like Pollard use their presence and mindset to their advantage.
Texas Super Kings’ Campaign Comes to an End
Despite a dominant record in the league phase and having previously beaten MI New York four times in the tournament, the Texas Super Kings couldn’t replicate their success in the knockout game.
Their total of 165 for 6, built on solid contributions from Devon Conway and Milind Kumar, looked competitive at one point.
However, their bowlers failed to contain MINY’s counterattack in the latter half of the innings. TSK’s elimination marks a disappointing end to an otherwise strong campaign.
MINY March into the Final Against Washington Freedom
With this commanding win, MI New York have now advanced to the MLC 2025 Final, where they will take on Washington Freedom. Washington had already booked their place in the final by winning Qualifier 1.
The upcoming final promises to be a thrilling clash between two in-form sides packed with global T20 stars.
For MINY, the momentum is on their side. Back-to-back wins in the Eliminator and Qualifier 2 have not only boosted their confidence but also exposed their depth in both batting and bowling.
Conclusion
The clash between MI New York and Texas Super Kings lived up to expectations, filled with intensity, high-quality cricket, and defining performances. Kieron Pollard and Nicholas Pooran proved to be the difference-makers in a match that flipped the form book on its head. As MINY heads to the MLC 2025 final, all eyes will be on whether they can carry this form into the title match against Washington Freedom. Regardless of the outcome, this victory has already stamped their authority as one of the tournament’s most resilient and dangerous teams.
