The much-anticipated Texas Super Kings vs Seattle Orcas (MLC) 28th match took place on Saturday, July 5, 2025, at the Central Broward Regional Park Stadium Turf Ground, Lauderhill, Florida. The action began at 7:00 PM local time (EDT) / 4:30 AM IST (July 6), with both teams fighting for playoff positions in the Major League Cricket 2025 season.
Pre-Match Stakes
Both teams entered this clash with plenty on the line:
- Texas Super Kings were aiming for a top-two finish in the league stage, which would give them a crucial advantage in the playoffs.
- Seattle Orcas needed a win to keep their playoff hopes alive after a tough loss in their previous outing.
Match Summary
- Texas Super Kings delivered a commanding all-round performance, defeating the Seattle Orcas by 51 runs.
- Batting first, Texas Super Kings posted a formidable 188/4 in 20 overs, powered by a sensational 91 off 52 balls from captain Faf du Plessis and a rapid 65 from Shubham Ranjane. Their 131-run partnership set the tone for the highest total at the venue this season.
- Du Plessis retired out in the penultimate over, a tactical move to allow the big-hitting Donovan Ferreira to finish the innings.
- Seattle Orcas struggled in reply, losing wickets at regular intervals. Only Kyle Mayers (35) and Shimron Hetmyer (26) showed resistance, but the chase never gained momentum.
- Adam Milne was the star with the ball for Texas, taking a five-wicket haul (5/23), including three wickets in the 18th over to seal the game.
- The Orcas were bowled out for 137 in 18.4 overs.
Key Performers
- Faf du Plessis: 91 (52 balls, 6 fours, 4 sixes)
- Shubham Ranjane: 65 (38 balls)
- Adam Milne: 5 wickets for 23 runs
- Kyle Mayers (Seattle Orcas): 35 runs
Venue and Broadcast
- Venue: Central Broward Regional Park Stadium Turf Ground, Lauderhill, Florida
- Date & Time: Saturday, July 5, 2025, 7:00 PM local / 4:30 AM IST (July 6)
- Broadcast: Willow TV (National), FOX13 Seattle (Local)
What This Means for the Playoffs
- With this win, Texas Super Kings climbed to the top of the table and strengthened their playoff position. Their fate for a top-two finish depended on the results of the final group games.
- Seattle Orcas, after a promising run, saw their playoff hopes dented with this heavy defeat, despite a brief resurgence in the latter half of the league.