Introduction: Buckle up, cricket fans! The Major League Cricket (MLC) 2025 season has exploded into life with a blockbuster clash at the Oakland Coliseum, where Texas Super Kings (TSK) clinched a heart-stopping 3-run victory over MI New York (MINY). Amidst breathtaking batting, cunning bowling, and fielding heroics, it was Trent Boult’s laugh-out-loud run-out that became the talk of the town. Let’s dive into a match that had everything—drama, skill, and a sprinkle of comedy!
TSK Sets a Competitive Total: Batting first, Texas Super Kings had a shaky start, losing early wickets to slump to a precarious 5 down by the 12th over. Devon Conway, with a measured 66 off 44 balls, anchored the innings, but it was the fiery entry of Calvin Savage, the USA representative and former South Africa U-19 star, that turned the tide. Savage’s unbeaten 50 off 34 balls, alongside Conway, powered TSK to a formidable 186, featuring an astonishing 9 sixes in their partnership of 79 runs. Their boundary blitz accounted for 110 runs in total, setting a daunting challenge for MINY.
MINY’s Rocky Chase and Boult’s Blunder: Chasing 186, MI New York stumbled out of the blocks, collapsing to 32/3 after the powerplay. With stars like Quinton de Kock and Nicholas Pooran dismissed early by TSK’s Adam Milne and Noor Ahmad, hopes seemed dim. But Monank Patel (50 off 33 balls) and Michael Bracewell ignited a stunning recovery, blasting 73 runs in just 5 overs to bring MINY back into contention. However, the match’s defining moment came with a trio of run-outs, including a hilarious mishap involving Trent Boult. Attempting a quick double in the 19th over, Boult lost his bat, hesitated in a ‘yes-no’ mix-up with Tajinder Singh, and was caught short of his crease—a moment that had fans and commentators in splits. This comical dismissal, alongside run-outs of Kieron Pollard (38 off 21) and Patel, derailed MINY’s momentum at a critical juncture.
Clutch Moments and a Nail-Biting Finish: With 27 runs needed off the last 20 balls, the game was MINY’s to lose after Pollard’s explosive burst. But TSK captain Faf du Plessis pulled off a stunning one-handed catch to dismiss Bracewell, and Daryll Mitchell turned hero with both bat and ball. His lightning-fast throw ran out Pollard, while his final over—needing 9 to win or 8 for a Super Over—yielded just 5 runs with pinpoint yorkers and clever variations. MINY fell agonizingly short at 183, handing TSK a victory defined by composure under pressure.
Conclusion: This MLC 2025 thriller showcased the unpredictable beauty of T20 cricket. From Savage’s power-hitting to Mitchell’s ice-cool bowling, and of course, Boult’s unforgettable comedy of errors, the match was a rollercoaster of emotions. As Texas Super Kings celebrate their hard-fought win, MI New York will rue their missed chances. Stay tuned for more MLC action—if this game is anything to go by, we’re in for a sensational season!