The Texas Super Kings 2025 season recap is a tale of dominance, heartbreak, and individual brilliance. Despite finishing in the top two and delivering consistent performances, TSK fell short in the playoff stages yet again. With standout player stats, including impactful knocks and bowling spells, the season was packed with highlights.
From thrilling wins to narrow losses, and high-profile battles against teams like MI New York and MI Cape Town, this MLC season summary captures the roller-coaster journey of the Texas Super Kings and their top players.
1st Match: Texas Super Kings vs MI Cape Town, Oakland Coliseum
The season opener had TSK facing MI Cape Town in a high-octane clash. Batting first, Devon Conway anchored the innings with a solid 65 while Calvin Savage provided late fireworks with a 34-ball 50, taking TSK to 185.
MI Cape Town stumbled early but found resistance through Monank Patel’s 44-ball 62. Despite a late surge from their middle order, MI fell short by three runs. TSK kicked off their MLC 2025 campaign with a thrilling win, showcasing early form and intent.
2nd Match: Texas Super Kings vs Los Angeles Knight Riders, Oakland Coliseum
TSK continued their strong start by posting 181 in the second game, courtesy of Daryll Mitchell’s gritty 33-ball 36 and useful cameos from the middle order. LAKR’s chase unravelled quickly as Noor Ahmad weaved his magic with a mesmerising 4-wicket haul.
Bowling them out for just 121, TSK stamped their authority with a convincing 60-run victory. The bowling unit, led by Noor, proved their worth early in the season, giving Texas Super Kings a dominant 2-0 start.
3rd Match: Texas Super Kings vs Seattle Orcas, Oakland Coliseum
Batting first, TSK struggled to get going, but Saiteja Mukkamala’s 30 off 23 helped them post a modest 153. However, the bowlers turned the game on its head. Seattle Orcas crumbled under relentless pressure, bundled out for just 60 runs.
Nandre Burger, Noor Ahmad, and Zia-ul-Haq Muhammad picked up three wickets apiece, scripting one of the most lopsided wins of the MLC 2025 season. TSK’s bowling attack firmly established itself as the tournament’s most lethal unit.
4th Match: Texas Super Kings vs San Francisco Unicorns, Grand Prairie Stadium
Faf du Plessis lit up the stage with a blazing 100, powering TSK to 198. However, the San Francisco Unicorns returned the favour with an annihilating chase.
Finn Allen’s explosive 78 off 35 and Matt Short’s brutal 61 off 29 saw them chase down the target with 23 balls to spare. It was a wake-up call for TSK as their bowling unit, so dominant earlier, faced its first real test against the power-packed Unicorns lineup.
5th Match: Texas Super Kings vs Washington Freedom, Grand Prairie Stadium
TSK’s batsmen fired again, posting a massive 220/6, spearheaded by Faf’s quickfire 69 off 31. However, Washington Freedom staged a remarkable chase. Mitchell Owen’s blistering 89 off 52 and Andries Gous’ unbeaten 80 off 45 stunned the Super Kings.
Adam Milne took three wickets, but the bowlers couldn’t stem the flow of runs as Washington Freedom sealed the win with two balls to spare. The loss exposed TSK’s vulnerability in defending big totals against fearless batting lineups.
6th Match: Texas Super Kings vs Los Angeles Knight Riders, Grand Prairie Stadium
TSK bounced back strongly against LAKR, piling up 196/8. Shubham Ranjane top-scored with a 45-ball 70, while Donnovan Ferreira provided a quickfire 43 off 21. Akheil Hossein and Noor Ahmad shared two wickets apiece, choking LAKR’s chase and restricting them to 144/7.
It was a much-needed win for the Super Kings, restoring confidence in both their batting depth and bowling prowess after two consecutive losses.
7th Match: Texas Super Kings vs MI New York, Central Broward Regional Park
Faf du Plessis struck a magnificent unbeaten 103 off 53 balls, ably supported by Donnovan Ferreira’s explosive 53 off just 20 deliveries, taking TSK to a commanding 223. MI New York fought valiantly, with Kieron Pollard hammering a 39-ball 70, but fell short at 184/9.
Akeal Hossein was the standout with his sensational figures of 4-1-15-3. This match solidified TSK’s reputation as a powerhouse team with match-winners across departments, especially against top-tier opposition.
8th Match: Texas Super Kings vs Washington Freedom, Central Broward Regional Park
In a rain-shortened 5-over contest, TSK scored an imposing 87/2, thanks to Shubham Ranjane’s rapid 39 off 14 and Donnovan’s brutal 37 off 9. Washington Freedom struggled to 44/4 in their chase, giving TSK a commanding victory despite missing skipper Faf.
The win underscored TSK’s depth and adaptability in tricky conditions, proving they could perform even without their talismanic captain in the mix.
9th Match: Texas Super Kings vs San Francisco Unicorns, Central Broward Regional Park
San Francisco Unicorns set a target of 149, anchored by Matt Short’s unbeaten 80 off 63. TSK’s chase wobbled early at 43/3, but a middle-order fightback brought them close. A rapid 39 off 20 set them up for a tight finish.
Needing 13 off the final over and three off the last ball, TSK fell agonizingly short by a single run. This heartbreaking loss was a reminder of how fine margins defined their MLC 2025 journey.
10th Match: Texas Super Kings vs Seattle Orcas, Central Broward Regional Park
TSK’s top order fired once again, with Faf scoring a brilliant 91 and Shubham Ranjane contributing an unbeaten 65. They set a challenging 188. Seattle Orcas crumbled in response, dismissed for 137, as Adam Milne ripped through with a sensational five-wicket haul.
This dominant display sealed TSK’s top-two finish in the league stage, capping off a season where they showcased depth, resilience, and star power across all departments.
Qualifier 1: Texas Super Kings vs Washington Freedom, Grand Prairie Stadium
Fate intervened cruelly as the crucial Qualifier 1 against Washington Freedom was washed out without a ball being bowled.
With Washington Freedom finishing higher on the table, they advanced directly to the finals, forcing TSK into a do-or-die Qualifier 2.
The washout denied TSK a direct shot at the title and added extra pressure heading into the knockout clash with MI Cape Town.
Qualifier 2: Texas Super Kings vs MI Cape Town, Grand Prairie Stadium
TSK posted 166/5, with Faf leading the charge with a steady 59 and Akheil Hossain’s surprising 55 off 32 providing a crucial lower-order boost. MI Cape Town faltered early but regrouped with Kieron Pollard’s blistering 47 off 22 and Nicholas Pooran’s unbeaten 52 off 32.
Chasing 69 off the last five overs, MI’s power-hitting proved decisive. This painful loss ended TSK’s 2025 campaign, echoing the same playoff heartbreak from the previous season.
TSK Player Stats 2025: Key Performers
Top Batters:
- Faf du Plessis: 468 runs in 10 matches, including two centuries and three fifties at a strike rate of 170.
- Shubham Ranjane: 268 runs in eight innings, two fifties, striking at 160.
- Donnovan Ferreira: 248 runs in 10 matches, a staggering strike rate of 213.
Top Bowlers:
- Noor Ahmad: 15 wickets in 12 matches, TSK’s spin spearhead.
- Adam Milne: 14 wickets in seven matches, including a five-wicket haul.
- Akheil Hossain: 10 wickets in seven matches and vital contributions with the bat.
Season Summary
The Texas Super Kings’ 2025 season was a gripping saga of explosive batting, lethal bowling, and moments of high drama. Finishing in the top two with seven wins in ten matches, they displayed depth in both batting and bowling departments. However, rain-affected playoffs and heartbreak in crucial moments derailed their championship aspirations.
Texas Super Kings top players like Faf du Plessis, Shubham Ranjane, Donnovan Ferreira, Noor Ahmad, Adam Milne, and Akheil Hossain became cornerstones of the campaign. TSK’s ability to bounce back after defeats, their high-scoring games, and dominance over powerhouses like MI New York made them one of the standout teams of the MLC 2025 season. Yet, the elusive title remains a goal for the coming years.
