MI New York registered their first win in the ongoing Major League Cricket (MLC) 2025 season, defeating Seattle Orcas (SEO) by seven wickets. While chasing a target of 201, Monank Patel set the tone with a superb 93-run knock off 50 balls. Michael Bracewell followed with an unbeaten 50 off 35, and a vintage cameo from Kieron Pollard—an unbeaten 26 off just 10 balls—sealed the win. MI NY chased down the target with one over to spare.
Earlier in the match, Kyle Mayers starred for the Orcas, smashing 88 off 46 deliveries to help SEO post a competitive 200/5 in 20 overs. However, the total wasn’t enough to stop MI NY.
After this result, SEO remain winless in the tournament, sitting in fifth place with zero points from three games and a net run rate of -2.869. MI NY, meanwhile, move up to fourth with two points from three games and a net run rate of -0.074.
Monank Patel bags the Player of the Match award
Monank Patel was named Player of the Match for his match-winning 93. During the post-match presentation, he said: “Really happy with the way we played, we fought till the end. These two points are really crucial to start our journey. We have been watching games in the past 2-3 days. In the second innings, when you try to hit too many shots, it is tough.”
“Wanted to spend time, get set and then play some shots. When there was some extra pace, just wanted to use my pace (and pick boundary options). We have been talking with our coach and batting coach. Everyone has a different template. I have a particular template, wanted to believe in it and glad that I am getting success. This is a special ground. Playing an international game here will be wonderful,” he concluded.
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