The Seattle Orcas vs MI New York (SEA vs NY) has been scheduled for the 18th match of the MLC 2025 on Friday evening, June 27 (starting at 05:30 IST on June 28), at Grand Prairie Stadium (Grand Prairie).

MLC 2025, Match 18: SEA vs NY Probable XIs

Seattle Orcas Predicted Playing XI: Shayan Jahangir (wk), Aaron Jones, David Warner, Kyle Mayers, Heinrich Klaasen (Captain), Shimron Hetmyer, Sikandar Raza, Harmeet Singh, Cameron Gannon, Obed McCoy, Jasdeep Singh

MI New York Predicted Playing XI: Monank Patel, Quinton de Kock (wk), Nicholas Pooran (Captain), Kieron Pollard, Michael Bracewell, Heath Richards, Tajinder Dhillon, Nosthush Kenjige, Trent Boult, Naveen-ul-Haq, Sunny Patel

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MLC 2025, Match 18: SEA vs NY Dream11 Top Captains And Vice-captains

Top 3 Dream11 Captain choices

Monank Patel: The USA cricketer Monank Patel is the third leading run-scorer in the MLC 2025 with 267 runs in five innings (average 53.40, and strike rate 165.83), including three half-centuries. His scores in this tournament are 62, 20, 93, 32, and 60 runs, respectively. 

Quinton de Kock: Former South African wicketkeeper-batter Quinton de Kock has scored 210 runs in five innings of the MLC 2025, including three half-centuries. He has scored 8, 63, 14, 55, and 70 runs, respectively, this season. 

Michael Bracewell: New Zealand cricketer Mitchael Bracewell has scored 147 runs and taken four wickets in the MLC 2025. His scores with the bat in this tournament are 38, 17, 50*, 42*, and 0 runs, respectively.

Top 3 Dream11 Vice-captain choices

Harmeet Singh: USA left-arm spinner Harmeet Singh has taken seven wickets in five matches in the MLC 2025, including picking up three wickets in their last game of the season. 

Naveen-ul-Haq: Afghan right-arm pacer Naveen-ul-Haq has taken eight wickets in five matches of the MLC 2025, including recording two wickets in three games. He has taken at least one wicket in every match of this season.  

Kieron Pollard: Caribbean legend Kieron Pollard has scored 131 runs and taken two wickets in five matches of the MLC 2025, while the right-handed batter’s strike rate in this tournament is 195.52 with the help of 13 fours and eight sixes. Pollard’s scores in this tournament are 32, 30, 26*, 9, and 34* runs, respectively, while he picked up two wickets in the last game. 

The defending champions, Rangpur Riders, have officially announced their squad for the upcoming 2025 ExxonMobil Guyana Global Super League (GSL), set to be held at the Guyana National Stadium in Providence from 10 to 18 July. As titleholders, the Riders will return to Caribbean shores looking to replicate their dramatic title run from last year and retain their crown.

In the 2024 season, Rangpur Riders turned it around with a grand flourish—beginning with three straight losses followed by three consecutive victories to capture the title. Their gritty fightback, which was fueled by good leadership, an attacking bowling pack, and aggressive top-order hitting, endeared them to fans and entrenched themselves in GSL lore.

With one of the best records in the Bangladesh Premier League (BPL) for consistency, the Riders arrive with a history of high-quality cricket. BPL champions in 2017 and constant playoff hopefuls ever since, Rangpur continues to show us the characteristics of will and reserve that define quality T20 franchises.

Star Power and Strategic Depth

The Riders have kept the mainstay of their 2024 championship team intact. Wicket-keeper captain Nurul Hasan comes back to captain the team, accompanied by top scorer of the tournament Soumya Sarkar and pace head Kamrul Islam Rabbi. They are supported by a combination of local heroics in Mohammed Naim Sheikh, Yasir Ali, and Abu Haider Rony, each of whom contributes crucial domestic and international experience.

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The global playing list includes dynamic West Indian opener Kyle Mayers, South African wrist-spinner Tabraiz Shamsi, Afghan batting prodigy Ibrahim Zadran, and experienced Pakistani all-rounder Iftikhar Ahmed. They bring their numbers up in Rangpur's roster with diversity, regional Caribbean experience, and top-level pressure composure.

Their 2025 GSL playing list for the Rangpur Riders includes:
Nurul Hasan Sohan, Soumya Sarkar, Mohammed Naim Sheikh, Mahidul Islam Ankon, Kamrul Islam Rabbi, Mohammed Saif Hassan, Abu Haider Rony, Rakibul Hasan, Yasir Ali Chowdhury, Kyle Mayers, Tabraiz Shamsi, Ibrahim Zadran, Iftikhar Ahmed, Akif Javed, Harmeet Singh, and Khawaja Nafay.

🚨 GSL Update

Rangpur Riders have announced their squad for GSL 2025. Nurul Hasan Sohan will lead the team. Overseas signings include :

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On Wednesday evening (June 18), the MI New York vs Seattle Orcas (NY vs SEA) match will be played at the Oakland Coliseum in Oakland during the ninth match of the MLC 2025. It will be the third match for both teams in this tournament. 

Monank Patel: USA cricketer Monank Patel has scored 62 and 20 runs in MI New York's first two matches of the MLC 2025. 

Harmeet Singh: USA left-arm spinner Harmeet Singh is in good form with the ball, and he picked up three wickets in the first two matches of this MLC season.

India has the world's largest population. In addition, the country is also home to some of the craziest cricket enthusiasts on the planet. Over several generations, many would migrate overseas and settle in foreign countries in search of a better life.

While a few were voluntarily moved out of India by the European powers to work as indentured laborers in their respective colonies around the globe. From the exotic paradise of the Caribbean and North America to remote regions of Oceania, the influence of Indian origin people is omnipresent in every culture and pocket of the world.  

See also: Top 5 Indian domestic talents playing in MLC 2025 ft Unmukt Chand

Irrespective of the circumstances that led to their departure from India, many develop a craze towards the game in their newly adopted home over a period of time while staying rooted to their traditions. In the United States, that notion holds true. Over the years, many Indian origin folks have made their way to the States with an aim to fulfill their cricketing ambitions. Many of them can now be seen in action in the ongoing Major League Cricket (MLC) 2025 edition. 

Below is a detailed list of Indian-origin cricketers currently participating in MLC 2025, along with their current stats from the tournament:

List of Indian origin players in MLC 2025

The Indian-origin players are certainly making waves in one of the most popular franchise leagues in North America. Through their performances, these players exemplify the growing influence of Indian-origin cricketers in Major League Cricket, contributing significantly to the league's development and success.

The influence of Indian cricket on a global scale has reached an unprecedented level in recent times. Their influence is felt in different corners of the world. India, being the most populous nation on Earth, has produced some exciting cricketing talent both domestically and internationally. From the Caribbean to as far as Africa, the world has witnessed some spectacular cricketing wonders hailing originally from the Indian subcontinent. 

The same can also be said in the case of the United States (US), a country that is home to some iconic Indian players who once starred at the domestic level. These cricketers have now been gifted to the USA cricket team and are doing wonders for them at the national level as well as the franchise level in the current Major Cricket League competition. 

Here is a list of the top five Indian domestic talents who are currently seen in action in the MLC 2025 edition.

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Unmukt Chand (Los Angeles Knight Riders)

India's U-19 World Cup hero Unmukt Chand finds himself associated with the Los Angeles Knight Riders in the ongoing MLC edition. After a breakthrough performance in the U-19 World Cup in 2012, Unmukt seemed to have a promising career ahead of him. He even started taking small but notable strides in India's cash-rich Indian Premier League (IPL). But due to a decline in form and a lack of consistent performances, Unmukt eventually fell out of favor and decided to move to the States in search of a secure cricketing future. Despite his bitter-sweet relationship with Indian cricket, Unmukt's experience and leadership qualities bring a wealth of knowledge to the team.

Saurabh Netravalkar (Washington Freedom)

Left-arm seamer Saurabh Netravalkar has been an incredible find for USA cricket. Not only has he been a consistent performer across several editions in the MLC, Netravalkar has also starred for the national team on a global scale as well. The memories of his super over thriller against Pakistan in the 2024 T20 World Cup were a clear reminder of what the speedster can produce against some of the best in the business. Netravalkar topped the MLC 2024 bowling charts with 12 wickets from 4 matches, averaging 9.16 runs per wicket and a remarkable strike rate of 7.66. He hails from the city of Mumbai in Mahrashtra and played a lot of domestic cricket with MCA and aslo featured for India at teh U-19 level.

Monak Patel

The right-hand wicketkeeper batter Monak Patel is currently the skipper of the USA national cricket team and also captains MI New York in the MLC. The 32-year-old hails from the Indian state of Gujarat and has represented his home state at the U-16 and U-19 levels before moving to the States in 2016. After relocating to the U.S., he initially opened a Chinese restaurant named Teriyaki Madness in Florence, South Carolina. However, the business faced challenges, leading him to sell it and return to New Jersey to be with his ailing mother. During this period, he rekindled his passion for cricket, eventually earning a spot on the USA national team in 2018. Monak did not have a very extravagent first-class cricketing career in India and unlike the likes of Netravalkar and Harmeet but has certainly managed to punch way above his weight to permanently establish his place in the USA national team. 

Harmeet Singh (Seattle Orcas)

A left-arm orthodox spinner and former India U-19 World Cup player, Harmeet Singh was the first-ever domestic player selected in the MLC draft. His leadership skills were evident as he captained the Seattle Thunderbolts to the Minor League Cricket T20 championship. Now playing for the Seattle Orcas, he continues to impress with his all-round capabilities. Harmeet played a major chunk of his first-class cricket with the Mumbai Cricket Association (MCA) and Tripura. He even featured in the IPL and played a solitary game for RR, where he picked up one wicket and conceded 34 runs.

Agni Chopra (MI New York)

Agni Chopra, hailing from a family deeply rooted in Bollywood, chose cricket over a potential film career. Representing MI New York, he has quickly become a notable figure in MLC 2025. Agni broke into the domestic secene on the back four consecetive centuries in his first four FC games. Chopra has participated in the 2023/24 and 2024/25 seasons, competing not only in the Ranji Trophy but also in the Vijay Hazare and Syed Mushtaq Ali Trophies. In summary, he represented Mizoram and Mumbai in Indian domestic cricket as recently as early 2025. His journey from Mumbai's maidans to the MLC showcases his dedication and passion for the sport. 

Cricket fans worldwide were treated to an unforgettable match as the USA cricket team clinched a remarkable victory against Bangladesh in the first game of their T20 series. This thrilling encounter saw the USA emerge victorious by 5 wickets, marking a significant milestone in their cricketing journey.

Match Overview

The opening match of the series was filled with excitement and dramatic twists. Batting first, Bangladesh set a competitive target. However, the USA team displayed tremendous resilience and skill, successfully chasing the target. Key performances from Corey Anderson and Harmeet Singh played a pivotal role in this historic win.

See Also: Historic win for USA as they beat Bangladesh by 5 wickets

Harmeet Singh’s Exploits

Harmeet Singh‘s innings were nothing short of spectacular. With his aggressive batting, Singh scored 33 runs off just 13 balls, turning the tide in favour of the USA. Corey Anderson, a former New Zealand international, showcased his batting prowess with a crucial innings of 34 runs off 24 balls.

The match’s highlight was the incredible sixth-wicket partnership between Anderson and Singh. Together, they amassed 62 runs, setting a new record for the highest sixth-wicket partnership for the USA in T20I cricket.

Harmeet Singh: The Spinner Extraordinaire

Former Mumbai and Rajasthan Royals left-arm spinner Harmeet Singh’s journey from Indian cricket to representing the USA is an inspiring tale. Known for his left-arm orthodox spin, Singh has often been compared to the legendary Bishen Bedi due to his natural flight and guile. His ability to deceive batters and his calm demeanour on the field make him a formidable spinner in the T20 format.

Journey to the USA Cricket Team

Singh’s transition from playing domestic cricket in India to becoming a key player for the USA has been remarkable. In 2021, Harmeet, after taking 87 wickets and scoring 733 runs, including a hundred, retired from Indian cricket to play professional cricket in the US. After making a name for himself in India’s Under-19 World Cup-winning team in 2012, Singh moved to the USA and signed a three-year contract with Major League Cricket.

Harmeet Singh’s Future Prospects

Harmeet Singh can become one of the leading spinners in T20 cricket. With the right temperament and support from the team management, Singh can thrive in the international arena. His performances will be closely watched as he develops his skills and contributes to the team’s success. He also picked for USA’s T20I side for the T20 World Cup, which will be held in the USA and the West Indies from June 2. Interestingly, USA will India in the competition on June 12.

USA vs India: A Highlight to Watch

One of the most anticipated matches of the T20 World Cup will be when the USA faces India on June 12. This match holds significant importance for both teams, as it will test their skills and highlight the progress of cricket in the USA. Fans eagerly await this clash, expecting it to be a thrilling contest.

Harmeet Singh after the Match

Harmeet bowled four economical overs by conceding only 27 runs, before smashing an unbeaten 33 off just 13 balls.

“You don’t always get an opportunity to win a game against a big side like this every day. The way the boys have been training, it is a personal effort from everybody. It means a lot to us to put on a show against Bangladesh. We are no walkovers. I think our potential is immense. We have a lot of match-winners in the team. It gives us the edge. We bat as well now. A lot of guys can also bowl two to four overs, like Steven [Taylor] did. Nitish [Kumar] and Milind [Kumar] can bowl a few overs. We have bench strength too. The competition within the team is helping us. Everyone wants to do well, and that’s helping the side,” Harmeet said.

“I told the guys before the game that Bangladesh are a good team on paper, but if we go down without a fight, it won’t send a good message. We know the wicket, as this is our home condition. We know everything about this ground. It is a T20 format. Couple of hiccups, we push them in the powerplay. Then you can corner them and close out the game,” Harmeet said.

“I was backing myself to get 50 runs in the last four overs. I enjoy the added responsibility. This is my perfect world where I can bowl under pressure and finish games with the bat”