MI New York Defeats Washington Freedom in Major League Cricket Final Dallas

The Major League Cricket (MLC) 2025 final features a clash between defending champions Washington Freedom and MI New York at the Grand Prairie Stadium in Texas, with both teams aiming for their second MLC title. Washington Freedom advanced directly to the final after their Qualifier against Texas Super Kings was abandoned due to rain, benefiting from topping the points table, while MI New York secured their spot by defeating Texas Super Kings in a thrilling qualifier, powered by Kieron Pollard's explosive 47 not out and Nicholas Pooran's 52. Key players for Washington Freedom include Australian all-rounder Mitchell Owen, who leads both the run-scoring and wicket-taking charts for his team, and for MI New York, Monank Patel and New Zealand pacer Trent Boult have been pivotal. Historically, Washington Freedom have the upper hand in head-to-head matches against MI New York, having won four of six encounters this season, including both league stage games. The final will determine the most successful team in the MLC's short history, with MI New York having won the inaugural 2023 edition and Washington Freedom the 2024 season. Fans in India can watch the final live via streaming on the JioHotstar app and website, as it will not be televised on Indian TV channels.