TSK vs MINY MLC 2024: The stage is set for the most anticipated clash of MLC Season 2. Faf du Plessis-led Texas Super Kings face off against Kieron Pollard-led MI New York on July 25 at Grand Prairie Cricket Stadium in the first playoff of the season.
Notably, this match isn’t just another game, it’s a continuation of the decade-old rivalry between their sister franchises, Chennai Super Kings (Texas Super Kings’ sister franchise) and Mumbai Indians’ (MI New York’s sister franchise), from the Indian Premier League. This historic rivalry adds an extra layer of excitement to the TSK vs MINY fixture.
The tension is even higher as MI New York ended Texas Super Kings’ final hopes last season in MLC cricket. In Match 18 of the tournament, MINY defeated TSK by 6 wickets with 6 balls remaining, and went on to win the inaugural MLC title. With both teams aiming to assert their dominance, this match promises to be a thrilling encounter.
Having said that, lets now take a look at the preview of TSK vs MINY MLC 2024 (Match 9) with the predicted 11, venue details, and other FAQs.
TSK vs MINY MLC 2024: Match Details
Teams: Texas Super Kings vs MI New York
Date: July 25
Venue: Grand Prairie Cricket Stadium, Texas
Time: 7:30 PM LOCAL; 6:00 AM (IST)
Grand Prairie Stadium, Texas: Pitch Report
The pitch at Grand Prairie Cricket Stadium is a batsman’s haven and a bowler’s nightmare. The hard, pacey surface allows the ball to come onto the bat easily, making it ideal for shot-making. Pacers may find some early assistance due to the freshness of the wicket.
TSK vs SFU: Full Squads and Player News
Texas Super Kings Full Squad: Faf du Plessis (C), Milind Kumar, Saiteja Mukkamalla, Calvin Savage, Zia Shahzad, Dwayne Bravo, Mitchell Santner, Marcus Stoinis, Aiden Markram, Aaron Hardie, Cameron Stevenson, Raj Nannan, Devon Conway (WK), Joshua Tromp (WK), Mohammad Mohsin, Zia-ul-Haq, Naveen-ul-Haq, Noor Ahmad in place of Daryl Mitchell (Ruled out due to injury)
Before the 2024 season kickoff, the Texas Super Kings finalized their overseas player retentions, keeping Faf du Plessis, Devon Conway, and Mitchell Santner. In the domestic players’ draft, they picked Joshua Tromp and Raj Nannan. Additionally, they secured overseas signings, including Daryl Mitchell from New Zealand to Marcus Stoinis of Australia. However, Mitchell’s season-ending injury led to Afghan cricketer Noor Ahmad stepping in as his replacement.
MI New York Full Squad: Steven Taylor, Shayan Jahangir, Tim David, Ruben Clinton, Dewald Brevis, Kieron Pollard (C), Heath Richards, Romario Shepherd, Monank Patel, Nicholas Pooran, Ehsan Adil, Nosthush Kenjige, Trent Boult, Kagiso Rabada, Rashid Khan, Rushil Ugarkar, and Anrich Nortje.
A total of 23 overseas players have been retained for the second season, with defending champions MI New York keeping seven. Among them is Nicholas Pooran, who scored an unbeaten 137 off 55 balls in the inaugural season final. Moreover, Kieron Pollard, Tim David, Dewald Brevis, Kagiso Rabada, Trent Boult, and Rashid Khan were also retained by MINY.
TSK vs MINY MLC 2024, Match No. 21: Predicted XI
Texas Super Kings Predicted XI: Faf du Plessis (C), Milind Kumar, Saiteja Mukkamalla, Dwayne Bravo, Mitchell Santner, Marcus Stoinis, Aiden Markram, Aaron Hardie, Cameron Stevenson, Devon Conway (WK), Naveen-ul-Haq
MI New York Predicted XI: Steven Taylor, Tim David, Dewald Brevis, Kieron Pollard (C), Romario Shepherd, Monank Patel, Nicholas Pooran, Trent Boult, Kagiso Rabada, Rashid Khan, Anrich Nortje
FAQS
Q. Where can I watch the MLC 2024 in India?
A. Culver Max Entertainment, owner of Sony Sports Network, has acquired exclusive India television rights for the 2024 Major League Cricket (MLC) season. JioCinema will retain streaming rights for the tournament.
Q. Who won the MLC 2023 season?
A. Mumbai Indians’ sister franchise MI New York had won the MLC 2023 season by defeating Seattle Orcas by 7 wickets and 24 balls in hands.
Also read: Players bought by Texas Super Kings for MLC 2024
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