In a thrilling Major League Cricket (MLC) 2024 match between MI New York and Los Angeles Knight Riders (LAKR), Kieron Pollard, the MI New York skipper, had a moment of sheer joy after dismissing the dangerous Andre Russell. This article highlights Pollard’s jubilant celebration and the key moments of the match.
Kieron Pollard’s Wild Wicket Celebration
The match took place on July 21 at the Grand Prairie Stadium in Dallas. The defending champions, MI New York, put up an impressive bowling performance, reducing LAKR to 102-9 by the 17th over. Despite this, Andre Russell was still at the crease, scoring aggressively to push his team past 130 runs. Russell, known for his powerful hitting, managed to score 35 runs off 20 deliveries, including four boundaries off Rashid Khan, Romario Shepherd, and Trent Boult.
In the final over, Russell faced his former national teammate Kieron Pollard. Russell attempted to pull a length delivery from Pollard but only managed to get a top edge. MI New York’s wicket-keeper, Nicholas Pooran, made an excellent catch, leading to wild celebrations from Pollard. The veteran all-rounder was ecstatic, screaming and punching the air in delight.
Absolutely loving this rivalry ⚔️ 😍 Look at what it means to Kieron Pollard! 🔵 #MLC2024 | #CognizantMajorLeagueCricket | #T20 pic.twitter.com/AHZpQBYTgJ
— Major League Cricket (@MLCricket) July 22, 2024
LAKR’s Batting Struggles
LAKR struggled with their batting throughout the match, ending with a total of 130 runs. The team faced a dismal performance, with only Russell providing some resistance. MI New York’s bowlers were on top of their game, ensuring that the LAKR batsmen never settled.
Pollard’s Bowling Performance
Kieron Pollard has had a tough tournament with the bat, failing to score in double figures in any match. However, he has been effective with the ball, taking five wickets in the tournament at an economy rate of 6.40. His timely strikes have been crucial for MI New York’s campaign.
MI New York’s Chase
To stay in contention for the playoffs, MI New York needed to chase down LAKR’s total and match their points tally. At the time of writing, MI New York was at 78-3 after 12 overs, with Nicholas Pooran and Heath Richards at the crease. They needed 53 runs off 38 balls to make it to the top four of the points table.
The Final Stretch
With Russell coming into the attack for LAKR, MI New York’s chase was set to be a thrilling finish. Pollard’s leadership and bowling performance played a significant role in keeping MI New York’s hopes alive. The match showcased the intense competition and high stakes in the MLC 2024, with every run and wicket being crucial.
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In summary, Kieron Pollard’s celebration after dismissing Andre Russell was a highlight of the MLC 2024 clash between MI New York and LAKR. Despite his struggles with the bat, Pollard’s bowling and leadership have been vital for his team’s performance. As the tournament progresses, every match brings more excitement and drama for the fans.
