MINY vs WAF – MLC Prediction 24 Jul 2023

Cricket enthusiasts can expect an exhilarating encounter at Church Street Park in Morrisville as MI New York faces off against Washington Freedom in match 13 of the Major League Cricket 2023 on Monday.

• MI New York finds itself in a precarious position, sitting in fifth place and cannot afford any more slip-ups if they want to improve their standing in the points table.
• Having suffered a defeat in their last game against the Texas Super Kings due to a lackluster batting performance, MI New York will be eager to bounce back and put up a strong showing against Washington Freedom.
• On the other hand, Washington Freedom has been performing well and currently holds a solid position just one spot behind Seattle at the top of the points table.

MINY vs WAF – MLC 2023 – Venue Details

Venue: Church Street Park, Morrisville

Date: July 24th 2023

Time: 19:30 (local)

MINY vs WAF – MLC 2023 – Team Previews

MI New York

In the MI New York team, Tim David has been a standout performer, scoring an impressive 125 runs in three matches. His unbeaten innings and remarkable strike rate of 183.82 showcase his ability to dominate the opposition.

Notably, his heroic 28-ball 53* against San Francisco Unicorns stands as his highest individual score, highlighting his match-winning capabilities. Another dynamic player for MI New York is Nicholas Pooran, a talented left-handed batsman. Pooran has accumulated 97 runs in three matches, maintaining a decent average of 32.33 and a strike rate of 121.25.

His presence in the team’s batting lineup adds both stability and aggression. Although his top knock of 40 off 28 against San Francisco Unicorns didn’t result in a victory, his blazing form indicates his potential for delivering match-winning performances.

Washington Freedom

Matthew Short has been a standout performer for Washington Freedom, boasting an impressive average of 41.66 and a sizzling strike rate of 142.04. As the top scorer for his team, his contributions as an opener have been invaluable. Notably, his explosive 50-ball 80 against Texas Super Kings earned him the Player of the Match award, showcasing his ability to make a significant impact.

Another key player for Washington Freedom is Andries Gous, who has scored 75 runs in three matches. Known for anchoring the innings and finding boundaries consistently, his rapid knock of 40 off 15 balls against the Los Angeles Knight Riders displayed his ability to dominate any opposition.

Leading the team as the captain, Moises Henriques brings a wealth of experience and all-round skills to Washington Freedom. While he had a modest start to the campaign with scores of 16*, 21, and 24, Henriques’ leadership qualities make him a formidable force. Expect him to unleash his full potential in the matches to come and provide significant contributions with both bat and ball.

MINY vs WAF – MLC 2023 – Probable Playing XI’s

MI New York: D Brevis, Monank Patel, Nich Pooran (wk), K Pollard (Cap), T David, Hammad Azam, S Jahangir, E Adil, T Boult, K Rabada, N Kenjige.

Washington Freedom: Matt Short, A Gous (wk), M Ahmed, G Phillips, M Henriques (Cap), O Pienaar, M Jansen, A Hosein, D Piedt, A Nortje, S Netravalkar.

MINY vs WAF – MLC 2023 – Pitch Report and Toss Prediction

The pitch at this venue is anticipated to be on the slower side, making it challenging for teams to put runs on the board while batting. Bowlers, on the other hand, have found considerable success when bowling at this venue, taking advantage of the conditions and the pitch’s characteristics.

MINY vs WAF – MLC 2023 – Win Prediction

With an abundance of power hitters in their squad, Washington Freedom holds the edge in the battle of the willow against MI New York.