On Monday evening, Texas Super Kings vs Seattle Orcas (TEX vs SEA) will be played in the seventh match of the MLC 2025 at the Oakland Coliseum in Oakland.

MLC 2025, Match 7: TEX vs SEA Probable XIs

Texas Super Kings Predicted Playing XI: Devon Conway (wk), Faf du Plessis (Captain), Daryl Mitchell, Saiteja Mukkamalla, Shubham Ranjane, Donovan Ferreira, Calvin Savage, Zia-Ul-Haq, Adam Milne, Noor Ahmad, Mohammad Mohsin

Seattle Orcas Predicted Playing XI: Aaron Jones, David Warner, Steven Taylor, Kyle Mayers, Heinrich Klaasen (Captain & wk), Shimron Hetmyer/Cameron Gannon, Sikandar Raza, Harmeet Singh, Waqar Salamkheil, Obed McCoy, Jasdeep Singh

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MLC 2025, Match 7: TEX vs SEA Dream11 Top Captains And Vice-captains

Top 3 Dream11 Captain choices

Devon Conway: New Zealand star Devon Conway is in great form in T20 cricket, as he has recently scored 52, 65, and 34 runs, respectively. 

Adam Milne: In his first two matches of the MLC 2025, New Zealander Adam Milne took three and two wickets, respectively. 

Daryl Mitchell: Another New Zealand star Daryl Mitchell is a special asset for any team. In their last match, he scored a crucial 36 runs and later picked up one wicket in his three overs (3-0-20-1).

Top 3 Dream11 Vice-captain choices

Calvin Savage: Durban-born USA all-rounder Calvin Savage started the MLC 2025 with a knock of 53 not out off 34 balls for Texas against New York. He won the Player of the Match award for his brilliant match-winning performance, while his team was struggling at 96/5. 

David Warner: Former Australian cricketer David Warner made his MLC debut during Seattle Orcas' first game of the season, where the left-handed opening batter scored 31 runs in 17 balls. 

Shimron Hetmyer: Caribbean cricketer Shimron Hetmyer can start for Seattle Orcas in this forthcoming match, as his UK tour for the West Indies has completed. 

Major League Cricket (MLC) is amongst those franchise leagues that is fast gaining attraction as some of the finest performers are showcasing their cricketing skills in this tournament. The third edition began on the 13th of June, and already we are witnessing some exciting contests.

The tournament is slowly gaining popularity in the USA and internationally. The tournament consists of some class performers. In this piece, we discuss 3 Texas Super Kings players who were earlier part of the Chennai Super Kings team in the IPL. we discuss these players in detail: 

1.Faf Du Plessis

Faf Du Plessis played a big role for Chennai Super Kings, helping the team win IPL trophies in 2018 & 2021, and now the former South African captain is the skipper of TSK. The former right-handed batter could score just 46 runs in 7 innings during the first MLC season, but during the 2024 season, he scored 420 runs in 8 innings with an average of 52.50 and a strike rate of 171.42.

He represented CSK in 7 seasons (2012, 2014, 2015, 2018, 2019, 2020/21 & 2021, scoring 398, 303, 380, 162, 396, 449 & 663 runs respectively) for CSK. During the 2021 season, he scored 633 runs with an average of 45.21 and a strike rate of 138.20.

2.Adam Milne

Milne's debut for TSK against MI New York was quite impressive during the first game of the 2025 MLC season, where he claimed 3/22 on the 14th of June 2025 helping his team to win by 3 runs.

The New Zealand pacer played for RCB in the IPL during the 2016 & 2017 seasons while he played for Mumbai Indians in 2021 and CSK in 2022, when he could play just 1 game against KKR. Milne's career has been affected by injuries, due to which he could play limited IPL games.

See Also : MLC 2025, Match 7: TEX vs SEA Dream11 Top Captain And Vice-captain Choices

3. Daryl Mitchell

Daryl Mitchell has been amongst the most consistent performers for New Zealand in white ball cricket in the last 3- 4 years. The right-hander scored 351 runs for CSK in 15 innings during the 2024 season, registering 2 half-centuries with a strike rate of 142.60 as he was a crucial cog for CSK.

Mitchell didn't play the 2025 IPL season as he was released just before the tournament. The 34-year-old is playing his first MLC, and in his first TSK game, he scored just 8 runs against MI New York on the 13th of June 2025. 

In a Match 2 of the 2025 Major League Cricket season at the Oakland Coliseum in California, Texas Super Kings held their nerves to defeat MI New York by just 3 runs. MI New York had won the toss and chose to bowl first a decision that almost paid off, but Texas managed to come out on top in the final overs.

Texas Super Kings put up a fighting total of 185/6 in their 20 overs. Opener Devon Conway batted with great control and scored a fluent 65 off 44 balls. Skipper Calvin Savage added valuable runs with a quick 53 off 34, giving the innings good pace. Milind Kumar’s 19 off 13 helped push the score even further in the final overs. MI New York’s bowlers tried hard to keep things tight. Michael Bracewell was the pick of the bowlers with 2/34 in his 4 overs. Sunny Patel and Ehsan Adil also chipped in with a wicket each, keeping the pressure on.


Chasing 186, MI New York stayed in the game till the end but fell just short at 182/8 in the end because of misunderstanding between the teammates. Monank Patel gave them a solid start with a stylish 62 off 44 balls. Bracewell was impressive again, this time with the bat too, scoring 38 off 21. Then came Kieron Pollard, smashing 32 off 16 balls, raising hopes of a dramatic finish.

But Texas bowlers kept calm under pressure. Adam Milne was brilliant at the death, picking up 3 wickets for just 22 runs. He was well supported by Mohammad Mohsin and Noor Ahmad, who kept them calm in the crucial final overs. It was a clinching final over game, but Texas Super Kings showed great fight and composure in the final presure overs. Their 3-run win gave them their first points of the season and a much-needed confidence for their entire season.

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Twitter reactions after TEX wins 2th match of  MLC 2025

Woww Texas super kings won against mi newyork 💃💃💃 Michele bowled very well in last over nail biting moments 🤣 super kings mi a win panirchuu doiii faf take it 🫰🫰 pic.twitter.com/lpjDdYoc8R

— prarthana (@prarthi11) June 14, 2025

TSK beats MINY by 3 runs in a thriller match.. pic.twitter.com/Ee56zxflrx

— RVCJ Media (@RVCJ_FB) June 14, 2025

No Nosh 👀, maybe conditions

MINY:
QDK,Monank,Agni Chopra
Pooran,Bracewell,Taijender,Pollard
Sunny,Ehsan, Boult, Naveen

TSK:
Faf, Conway, SaiTeja, Daryl Mitchell, Milind, Ferriera, Savage, Noor, Mohsin, Zia, Milne

No Stoinis 🤔 #MajorLeagueCricket #MLC2025 #TSK #MINY pic.twitter.com/RfPHhhVPg4

— Karthik Rao (@Cric_Karthikk) June 14, 2025

TSK VS MINY match summarised in one picture pic.twitter.com/j16TmIVs6m

— Y A S H (@yxshwsingh) June 14, 2025

Any way
First win of the season 💛😭#MINYvTSK pic.twitter.com/jLtK0GF4Pw

— Kishore TVK🇪🇸 (@Kishore___msd) June 14, 2025

Wow!!! What a match!! TSK won!!! #MINYvTSK

— 𝘾𝙪𝙧𝙞𝙤𝙪𝙨 𝙏𝙬𝙚𝙚𝙩𝙯 (@CuriousTweetz) June 14, 2025

🌟MLC -Match no.2
🔹MINY vs TSK
🔹TSC Pre-Match Bet :
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Don't miss it....🤝#MLC2025 #TSC #MINYvTSK pic.twitter.com/08kQpJrx8o

— TAMIL SPORTS CENTER (@TSCoffii) June 13, 2025

Woke up early and watched the TSK match just to see them get humiliated by Pollard again 😑 pic.twitter.com/JQduP0CyyV

— edwin_91003 (@Edwin_91003) June 14, 2025

Warra Comeback by TSK ❌️
Warra Choke by MINY ✅️
2 run out in 2 balls (both set batsman) https://t.co/R50pble7ri pic.twitter.com/Ih8Zpi5xbZ

— H.S.K 💫 (@ImHarishiv) June 14, 2025

The Pakistan Super League (PSL) 2025 is hanging in the balance, with foreign players not wanting to return in the wake of heightened India-Pakistan tensions. The tournament was put on hold on May 9, 2025, after a drone attack outside Rawalpindi Cricket Stadium created mass hysteria, prompting the PCB to delay matches indefinitely. With the IPL also suspended owing to Operation Sindoor—a counterattack in response to border incursions—subcontinent cricket is in shambles.

Foreign players, crucial to the PSL's international popularity, are taking safety precautions first, leaving the PCB in a state of panic. There were reports of players such as Australia's David Warner and New Zealand's Daryl Mitchell swearing never to come back to Pakistan, while England's Tom Curran was visibly shaken throughout the incident. South Africa's Andries Gous, who was scheduled to make his debut for Islamabad United, also withdrew, citing the volatile atmosphere. The PCB had first thought about relocating matches to Karachi, but as things deteriorated, the idea fell apart, further worsening the crisis.

The PCB is keen to save the season, particularly with playoff places at stake—Lahore Qalandars (9 points) and Peshawar Zalmi (8 points) were in the running before the suspension. An attempt to relocate to the UAE fell through, as the Emirates Cricket Board distanced itself to avoid straining ties with the BCCI, who’ve hosted IPL editions there. With no clear venue and fading player confidence, the PSL’s future looks bleak, leaving fans like me wondering if we’ll see any more action this year.

Can the PSL Bounce Back?

The PCB has a daunting task ahead: getting overseas players back on the field while keeping them safe. There are negotiations to postpone matches in a neutral country, potentially Sri Lanka, but there is no clear timeline yet. Cricket was already disrupted, as two Pakistan domestic tournaments were postponed, and the PCB has to move quickly to regain people's trust or face postponing the entire season, a huge loss for fans and players.

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With global stars absent, the PSL loses its glamour, and that is well-known to the board. Global stars are the measure of a league's strength as well as watchability, and with today's environment, even that does not appear so real anymore. Hope the PCB somehow manages to deliver cricket once more in safety—fingers crossed for it all to resolve ASAP!

The 2025 Pakistan Super League (PSL) turned into a nightmare for foreign players when a missile struck an airport 20 minutes after they were about to fly out of Pakistan. Bangladeshi cricketer Rishad landed safely in Dubai and expressed great relief to media persons, who termed the experience as "petrifying." "Alhamdulillah, we landed in Dubai despite a crisis," he added, remembering his team's dread at hearing the news of the attack after the touchdown. Against a backdrop of heightened tensions and bombings in Pakistan, the attack left players and families in shock. Rishad's parents, always concerned for his safety, were especially traumatized by the unstable environment, with news of the attack being received by them as both "frightening and tragic."

Foreign players such as Sam Billings, Daryl Mitchell, Kushal Perera, David Wiese, and Tom Curran were also deeply shaken. Mitchell, according to Rishad, promised never to visit Pakistan again under such conditions, and others were also equally outraged. Nahid Rana was visibly shocked and couldn't say a word during the crisis. "I kept saying to him, relax," said Rishad, underlining the relief of having arrived at Dubai. The episode has raised grave questions about the PSL's capacity to hold on to overseas talent, with the fear of narrowly avoiding harm hanging over it, threatening to tarnish the league's global image.

Tom Curran's Emotional Breakdown

England's Tom Curran had a particularly traumatic experience. Rishad spoke of how Curran had heard the airport was closed after the missile strike and broke down in tears. "He was crying like a kid," Rishad said, as teammates moved to comfort him. The psychological impact of this close brush with disaster has left a lasting scar, potentially deterring overseas players from future PSL involvement.

SHOCKING EXPERIENCE FOR OVERSEAS PLAYERS IN PSL. 🤯 [Cricbuzz] pic.twitter.com/GVhhXJARxp

— Johns. (@CricCrazyJohns) May 10, 2025

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The incident highlights the broader challenges of hosting global sporting events in regions with geopolitical volatility. The psychological impact on players and added uncertainty about logistics create an extraordinary cognitive burden for organizers of the PSL to manage the safety and security dimensions. The ability to reassure international stars about their safety is critical. Otherwise, the league may lose its attractiveness, as players will likely opt for their own safety over participating in a potentially dangerous environment.

The Pakistan Super League (PSL) 2025 has been shaken into chaos following the growing tensions between India and Pakistan, compelling the delay in matches and causing players to live in fear. A PSL celebrity exposed the level of fear, citing New Zealand cricketer Daryl Mitchell, who was said to have said that he would "never go to Pakistan again" after the traumatizing experience. The situation worsened when there was a drone attack close to Rawalpindi Cricket Stadium, causing a game between Peshawar Zalmi and Karachi Kings to be canceled. The attack caused overseas players to run away to Dubai for safety as the security situation went from bad to worse.

There was an atmosphere of fear among theplayers,s with some international stars such as Sam Billings, Kushal Perera, David Wiese, and Tom Curran showing their discomfort. One of the players, Rishad, in Dubai airport, described how terrified the team felt in the uncertainty, underlining the psychological cost to the cricketers. The Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) was initially against calling off the tournament, butthe deterioratingg geopolitical situation, with the added provocation of India's military response after a terror attack in Pahalgam, left them with no option. The PCB has since shifted the remaining PSL fixtures to theUAE  in an attempt to save the season.

The broader cricketing landscape has also been affected, with the Indian Premier League (IPL) 2025 suspending its matches for a week amid security concerns in India. This broader disruption shines a spotlight on the dilemmas of organizing major sporting events in an area with political tensions. The high levels of fear articulated by Mitchell and others raise major issues concerning the viability of international cricket in Pakistan - a country that has worked so very hard to re-establish itself as a viable place to host major global tournaments since before the attacks in 2009.

A Climate of Uncertainty for Cricket

The PSLL 2025 delay is a great setback to Pakistan's cricketing aspirations and brings under question its future suitability to host international competitions. The drone attack, termed "extremely irresponsible" by PCB chair Mohsin Naqvi, hasfurtheredd the insecurity among officials and players. Moving to Dubai might guarantee the end of the tournament but reflects the continuing challenges in restoring global confidenceinr Pakistan.

"All Of Them Were So Frightened, Daryl Mitchell Said He Would Never Go To Pakistan Again": PSL Star#PSL2025 https://t.co/dZUFJlSOqB

— CricketNDTV (@CricketNDTV) May 10, 2025

Also Read: PSL 2025 Setback: ECB turns down PCB request after Indian cricket’s silent push

At the same time, the suspension of the IPL is an indication of how geopolitical tensions within the subcontinent have the potential to upset even the largest of leagues. The PCB and BCCI alike now have the unenviable task of ensuring that players are safe while also appeasing fans and sponsors. The risk that players like Mitchell have mentioned is a wake-up call to the precarious interplay between politics and sport, and it is anything but certain how cricket in the region will unfold.

The highly anticipated final between Pakistan and New Zealand is finally here! Fans from all over the world are eagerly anticipating which team will raise the trophy. All you need to know about the match, live streaming information, top players, and a summary of their previous match is below.

Match Details:

• Match: Pakistan vs New Zeland, Final
• Date: February 14, 2025
• Venue: National Stadium, Karachi
• Time:
  1. Pakistan: 2:00 PM PST
  2. India: 2:30 PM IST
  3. South Africa: 11:30 AM SAST

LIVE STREAMING

TV Broadcast

• India: Sony Sports Network
• Pakistan: PTV Sports
• South Africa: SuperSport

Online:

• SonyLIV App & Website (India)
• PTV Sports Website & App (Pakistan)
• SuperSport Live Stream (South Africa)
• FanCode App & Website (Available in multiple countries)

ALSO READ:PAK vs NZ Final Match, Match Prediction- Who Will Win Today?

Key performers:

Pakistan:

Babar Azam – Pakistan’s captain and top-order batsman, known for his consistent performances.

Shaheen Afridi – A world-class fast bowler who can take early wickets.

Mohammad Rizwan – A dependable wicketkeeper-batsman who can anchor the innings.

New Zealand:

Kane Williamson – A match-winner with experience in handling pressure

Devon Conway – A strong top-order batsman who can provide a solid start

SQUADS:

Pakistan: Fakhar Zaman, Babar Azam, Saud Shakeel, Mohammad Rizwan(w/c), Salman Agha, Tayyab Tahir, Khushdil Shah, Shaheen Afridi, Mohammad Hasnain, Naseem Shah, Abrar Ahmed, Kamran Ghulam, Faheem Ashraf, Haris Rauf, Akif Javed, Usman Khan

New Zealand: Will Young, Devon Conway, Kane Williamson, Daryl Mitchell, Tom Latham(w), Glenn Phillips, Michael Bracewell, Mitchell Santner(c), Matt Henry, Ben Sears, William ORourke, Rachin Ravindra, Mark Chapman, Nathan Smith, Lockie Ferguson

IPL 2025 is more than a month away, but the five-time champions Chennai Super Kings (CSK) have suffered a major blow, as New Zealand cricketer Rachin Ravindra suffered a serious injury just before the ICC Champions Trophy 2025.

During the ODI tri-series opener against the hosts Pakistan in Lahore last Saturday (February 8) evening, New Zealand cricketer Rachin Ravindra got a massive blow on his face with the ball and was heavily bleeding on the field. He is still under the medical team's watch, and his participation in the ICC Champions Trophy 2025 is doubtful. 

While Ravindra’s injury status will be known later, he is in danger of missing IPL 2025, especially if he needs more time to heal from the injury. If Ravindra remains absent from the IPL 2025, CSK can watch out among the following three players as the New Zealander’s replacement. 

IPL 2025, Chennai Super Kings (CSK): Top three players who can replace injured Rachin Ravindra

Ben Duckett (IPL 2025 Auction Base Price: INR 2 Crore)

As Rachin Ravindra plays the top-order batting role, the 30-year-old English cricketer Ben Duckett can be a strong replacement name as a left-handed batter. In the latest England tour of India, Duckett has proved his value as an opening batter as he likes to dominate in the powerplay. While CSK have some strong names in the middle order, Duckett can make the team stronger with his top-order batting commitment. Duckett is yet to make his IPL debut.

See Also: Former CSK star eyeing Test comeback after maintaining stunning form in domestic cricket

Mohammad Nabi (IPL 2025 Auction Base Price: INR 2 Crore)

The 40-year-old Afghanistan all-rounder Mohammad Nabi brings huge experience and high-quality all-rounder values to any team. The right-handed batter is a clever hitter and always effective as an off-spinner. From 2017 to 2024, Nabi played 24 IPL matches serving for SunRisers Hyderabad and Mumbai Indians, where he scored 215 runs and picked up 15 wickets. 

Daryl Mitchell (IPL 2025 Auction Base Price: INR 2 Crore)

The 33-year-old New Zealand cricketer Daryl Mitchell is popular for his big-hitting abilities in the slog overs. While the right-handed batter is a powerful middle-order, he can also deliver the right-arm medium-pace bowling. He is also a great fielder. After playing for Rajasthan Royals in two matches in the IPL 2022, Mitchell played 13 matches for CSK last season. In his IPL career, he has scored 351 runs and taken one wicket in 15 games.

In an electrifying IPL showdown, Gujarat Titans showcased their batting prowess, led by skipper Shubman Gill and B Sai Sudharsan, who smashed brilliant hundreds in a record-equalling double hundred plus opening stand against Chennai Super Kings (CSK).

Sudharsan’s explosive 103 off 51 balls, complemented by Gill’s sublime 104 off 55 balls, powered GT to a formidable total of 231 for 3 after being put into bat by CSK. Their sensational partnership of 210 runs for the first wicket equalled the IPL record set by Quinton de Kock and KL Rahul in 2022.

Despite a valiant effort from CSK’s Daryl Mitchell (63 off 34) and Moeen Ali (56 off 36), who shared a crucial 109-run partnership for the fourth wicket, the target proved too steep. CSK’s chase faltered, and despite a late cameo from Mahendra Singh Dhoni (26 off 11 balls), they were restricted to 196 for 8 in 20 overs.

Shubman Gill’s century gives the team a push towards win

Mohit Sharma starred with the ball for GT, claiming 3/31, while Rashid Khan picked up 2/38 to stifle CSK’s chase. CSK won the toss and elected to bowl first against GT. GT’s openers got off to a flying start, with Shubman Gill and Sai Sudharsan laying a solid foundation. Gill’s explosive century, coupled with Sudharsan’s impressive ton, propelled GT to a commanding total of 231/2.

See Also: History by GT skipper! Shubman Gill smashes 100th IPL hundred

Daryl Mitchell and Moeen Ali’s efforts fall short as CSK face defeat

In pursuit of the daunting target, CSK’s top order faltered early, with Rachin Ravindra and Ajinkya Rahane departing cheaply. Despite a resilient effort from Mitchell and Ali, CSK’s chase faltered, with key wickets falling at crucial junctures. Mohit Sharma and Rashid Khan starred with the ball for GT, securing a vital 35-run win and keeping their playoff hopes alive.

As the Indian Premier League (IPL) 2024 season unfolds, the clash between Chennai Super Kings (CSK) and Sunrisers Hyderabad (SRH) at the MA Chidambaram Stadium promises to be a spectacle of cricketing brilliance. Both teams are gearing up to bounce back from their recent defeats and claim victory in this high-stakes encounter.

CSK’s Batting Dominance

The anticipation is palpable as CSK, the five-time champions, prepares to host the high-flying SRH in what is expected to be a thrilling showdown. With both teams eager to secure crucial points in the IPL standings, every run and wicket will hold immense significance in this fiercely contested match.

CSK showcased their batting prowess again by surpassing the 200-run mark, thanks to a stellar performance from their top order. Ruturaj Gaikwad led the charge with a scintillating innings, ably supported by contributions from Daryl Mitchell and Shivam Dube.

Most 200+ totals in T20 cricket
35 – CSK*
34 – Somerset
32 – India
31 – RCB
29 – Yorkshire
28 – Surrey

Gaikwad’s Heroics

A heartbreak for Ruturaj Gaikwad as the CSK skipper misses his century by just two runs while attempting a big shot off T Natarajan in the last over. Gaikwad’s near-century innings of 98 runs off just 54 balls was the highlight of CSK’s batting display. Despite falling short of a century by two runs, Gaikwad’s aggressive yet composed batting laid the foundation for CSK’s formidable total against SRH.

Mitchell’s Return to Form

New Zealand’s Daryl Mitchell made a significant contribution with a fine half-century, showcasing his ability to stabilize the innings and build partnerships. Mitchell’s return to form provided the much-needed impetus to CSK’s batting lineup. Mitchell scored 52 off 32 balls. Gaikwad and Mitchell strung together a 107-run stand.

CSK’s Finish

The CSK skipper once again led from the front with another captivating innings, displaying his class and experience on the field. Despite falling prey to exhaustion towards the end of his innings, the skipper’s contribution was instrumental in guiding CSK to a commanding total. Shivam Dube then played a cameo of 39 not out (20 balls) and shared a 74-run stand with his skipper to guide CSK to a 200-plus total. Dhoni scored 5 runs off 2 balls.

SRH Bowling Efforts

While SRH put up a spirited bowling effort, led by Bhuvneshwar Kumar, they struggled to contain CSK’s relentless onslaught. Despite their best efforts, SRH’s bowlers found it challenging to break through CSK’s batting lineup, conceding a formidable total. For SRH, Bhuvneshwar Kumar, Jaydev Unadkat and T Natarajan took a wicket each.