Major League Cricket Final | 2025.07.14 | 12:00 AM (UTC)
Introduction
The Major League Cricket 2025 season comes down to a spectacular finale: Washington Freedom against MI New York at Grand Prairie Cricket Stadium in Dallas. Washington Freedom has been the standout club this season, going undefeated versus MI New York in all forms. After numerous spectacular playoff victories, including an exciting pursuit led by Nicholas Pooran and Kieron Pollard, the MI New York squad has made an incredible comeback and advanced to the finals.
This is more than a battle for the trophy and it’s a clash of styles, momentum, and legacy. Will MI New York finish the ultimate comeback tale, or will Washington's consistency win out?
Match Details:
- Venue: Grand Prairie Cricket Stadium, Dallas, USA
- Format: T20 | Match 34 of 34
- Toss Prediction: Bowl First
- Win Probability: Washington Freedom 54%, MI New York 46%
Tournament Journey So Far
Washington Freedom (WAF)
Finished top of the league stage with 8 wins from 10 matches
Advanced to the final after Qualifier 1 was abandoned due to rain
Dominant team performance with a balanced squad
MI New York (MINY)
Struggled early, with just 2 wins in the first 8 matches
Beat San Francisco Unicorns in Eliminator
Beat Texas Super Kings in the Challenger with a spectacular finish from Pollard & Pooran
Head-to-Head Record
Total Matches (Last 3 Years): 4
Washington Freedom Wins: 4
MI New York Wins: 0
Washington Freedom remains unbeaten against MI New York and will be looking to maintain that streak on the grandest stage.
Pitch Report & Conditions
Venue: Grand Prairie Cricket Stadium, Dallas
Pitch Type: Balanced—offers moderate scoring for batters and early swing for pacers.
Average 1st Innings Score: 177
Highest Chase: 238-7 by Seattle Orcas vs. MI New York
Weather Forecast: Thunderstorms are predicted, which might lead to DLS intervention or shortened play.
Spinners tend to have moderate success.
Recent matches show slightly slower pitches as the tournament progressed.
Toss-winner likely to bowl first, continuing the playoff trend
Washington Freedom—Team Analysis
Washington Freedom’s squad is loaded with consistency, firepower, and experience. Led by Glenn Maxwell, they’ve showcased dominance throughout the tournament.
Top Performers:
Mitchell Owen: SR 195.62 | 5 wickets | 313 runs
Glenn Maxwell: SR 192.62 | 9 wickets | 237 runs
Andries Gous led several crucial innings with 216 runs.
Jack Edwards: An all-around player who complements Owen with 27 wickets
Strengths:
Balanced top and middle order
Depth in bowling—spin and pace options
Proven record against MI New York
Weaknesses:
Rachin Ravindra has struggled with the bat.
Maxwell’s batting form has been slightly inconsistent in the last few matches.
Predicted XI: Mitchell Owen, Rachin Ravindra, Andries Gous (WK), Glenn Phillips, Glenn Maxwell (C), Mukhtar Ahmed, Obus Pienaar, Jack Edwards, Ian Holland, Lockie Ferguson, Saurabh Netravalkar
MI New York—Team Analysis
MI New York’s road to the final has been rocky but inspiring. After a dismal start, they’ve turned their campaign around with some breathtaking finishes.
Top Performers:
Monank Patel: 450 runs | Avg 37.50 | SR 143.31
Nicholas Pooran: 339 runs | Key finisher | SR 135.60
Kieron Pollard: 317 runs | SR 178.08 | 6 wickets
Trent Boult: 13 wickets | New ball expert
Strengths:
Big hitters in middle order (Pooran, Pollard)
Variety in bowling attack
Momentum and belief after tough wins
Weaknesses:
Top order lacks consistency.
Bowling can crumble under pressure.
Predicted XI: Monank Patel, Quinton de Kock (WK), Kunwarjeet Singh, Tajinder Dhillon, Nicholas Pooran (C), Michael Bracewell, Kieron Pollard, Tristan Luus, Trent Boult, Nosthush Kenjige, Rushil Ugarkar
Players to Watch
Washington Freedom:
Mitchell Owen—destructive top-order hitter with bowling ability
Glenn Maxwell—X-factor all-rounder
Jack Edwards—vital wicket-taker
MI New York:
Nicholas Pooran—match-winner with the bat
Kieron Pollard—Finisher and power-hitter
Trent Boult—New-ball magician
Key Battles
Owen vs. Boult: A key clash in the power play—attack vs. swing
Pooran vs. Maxwell: Middle-order control and spin test
Pollard vs. Ferguson: Death-overs fireworks
Toss Impact & Match Strategy
Both sides will prefer to chase based on venue trends.
Rain could make DLS a factor—further boosting the chasing side.
MI New York’s bowling will need to strike early to disrupt Washington’s stability.
Match Prediction
Prediction: Washington Freedom to win.
Confidence Level: 51-49
Washington’s unbeaten H2H record and tournament consistency make them slight favorites. However, MI New York has been lethal in pressure games. If Pooran or Pollard go big, they could flip the script.
Current Betting Odds from Stake.com
According to Stake.com the current winning odds for the Washington Freedom and Mi New York teams are as follows:
Washington Freedom:
Mi New York:
Best Betting Tips
Most Sixes: Kieron Pollard / Maxwell
Top Bowler: Jack Edwards / Trent Boult
Top Batter: Mitchell Owen / Nicholas Pooran
Best All-Round Performance: Glenn Maxwell
Best Team to Win: Washington Freedom (Back with caution due to rain)
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Final Predictions on the Match
Mark your calendars for the 2025 MLC final, which is anticipated to be a breathtaking clash of titans. You absolutely have to catch this match! The energy from MI New York is off the charts, and the Washington Freedom is playing with a level of precision that’s almost robotic. For punters, fans, or anyone who enjoys cricket, this is set to be a thrilling clash that you won't want to miss.
Prediction: We predict that the Washington Freedom will claim the MLC 2025 Trophy.
