Texas Super Kings vs MI New York TSK Win MLC 2025 Thriller
1. A Clash of Titans Echoing IPL Rivalries
The second match of the Major League Cricket (MLC) 2025 delivered a gripping spectacle that brought back echoes of historic IPL battles. In a game filled with dramatic shifts in momentum, Texas Super Kings (TSK) edged past MI New York (MINY) by just 3 runs. It was a classic encounter where both teams took turns being in the driver’s seat, before Daryl Mitchell’s brilliance sealed the deal for TSK.
2. A Slow Start Transforms into Power Surge for TSK
Batting first, Texas Super Kings were far from convincing in the early stages. Devon Conway, their batting anchor, struggled to find rhythm early on. At the 12-over mark, TSK had already lost five wickets and Conway was crawling at 38 off 28 balls. However, the innings flipped dramatically thanks to Calvin Savage, who joined Conway to form a match-turning partnership.
Savage injected momentum from the 13th over with a boundary off Michael Bracewell, who had earlier picked two wickets. Conway followed up with a six, and suddenly the gears shifted. The duo’s 79-run partnership came at a crucial stage, with both players taking calculated risks.
3. Conway-Savage Partnership Changes the Game
Conway got to his half-century in 35 balls and was eventually run out for 66 off 44 balls. Savage, who looked polished and assertive, remained unbeaten with 53 from 34 balls. Their timely power-hitting helped TSK reach 185/6, a total that looked far out of reach midway through their innings.
Notably, the Super Kings scored 110 runs in boundaries, which turned out to be decisive in such a closely contested match.
4. MI New York’s Dismal Start in the Powerplay
In response, MINY’s chase began in the worst way possible. After just 6 overs, they were 32 for 3, with big names like Quinton de Kock, Nicholas Pooran, and Agni Chopra back in the pavilion. The early damage was inflicted by Adam Milne, who later returned to deliver another crucial breakthrough.
MINY’s ship appeared to be sinking, but a steady rebuild followed with Monank Patel and Bracewell at the crease. They carefully consolidated before switching gears.
5. Middle Overs Bring MINY Back into Contention
From overs 7 to 11, MINY shifted gears beautifully, scoring 73 runs in five overs to bring the equation down to 76 off 48 balls. Monank brought up his half-century in 33 balls, and Bracewell also looked set for a fifty until a game-changing moment arrived.
6. Faf du Plessis’ Magic and Milne’s Strike
In the 13th over, Milne returned and bowled a deceptive short delivery to Bracewell, who attempted a powerful shot. But Faf du Plessis, stationed at wide mid-off, leaped and plucked a one-handed screamer, sending Bracewell back. It was a moment of sheer brilliance that ignited hope for the Super Kings.
7. Kieron Pollard’s Onslaught Raises MINY Hopes
Kieron Pollard, no longer the captain but still the finisher, launched a brutal assault on Mitchell — hitting 4, 6, 4, 4 in quick succession. The chase equation reduced to 27 off 20 balls, and MINY looked set to snatch victory. But cricket had more twists in store.
8. Mitchell’s Magical Fielding Turns the Tide
Mitchell, stung by the punishment, responded like a champion. In a moment of supreme athleticism, he ran in, picked the ball mid-run, turned, and threw the stumps down to dismiss Pollard. On the very next ball, he repeated the act to run out Monank, removing both set batters in two deliveries — a rare double-blow through fielding alone.
Those moments proved to be the true turning point in the match.
9. Final Over Nerves: Mitchell Delivers Again
With 9 needed off the final over, and two wickets in hand, Daryl Mitchell took the ball. Calm under pressure, he executed a perfect mix of yorkers and slower balls, conceding only five runs. Despite a couple of extras, no boundary came, and Texas Super Kings completed an incredible comeback.
10. Stats Reflect the Narrowest of Margins
Dot ball percentage for both teams: 33%
Boundaries: MINY (114 runs), TSK (110 runs)
Run-outs: 2 crucial ones by Mitchell
Top scorer (TSK): Devon Conway – 66 (44)
Top scorer (MINY): Monank Patel – 62
Top bowler: Adam Milne – 3/22
Despite nearly identical stats, it was TSK’s nerves and key moments — fielding brilliance, smart bowling — that made all the difference.
11. Final Verdict: A Contest Worthy of MLC’s Hype
This thrilling three-run win shows why Major League Cricket 2025 is grabbing global attention. From Conway’s anchor innings to Mitchell’s all-round heroics, the match had it all — collapses, comebacks, and stunning fielding moments.
While MINY will regret letting a winning position slip away, TSK’s resilience and brilliance in key moments earned them a deserved win in what could go down as one of the most entertaining matches of the MLC season.
