MI New York Won the 2025 season of Major League Cricket they defeated Washington Freedom by 5 runs in the final.
After finishing fourth in the league stage, MI New York bounced back and performed in the playoffs. They beat San Francisco Unicorns in the Eliminator, then Texas Super Kings in Qualifier 2 match. MI New York claimed their second MLC title with 2025 win, and they have also won the first 2023 season.
Washington Freedom dominated the group stage with 8 wins from 10 matches and earned a direct spot in the final. But they had to settle for the runner-up position this season.
MLC 2025 Schedule & Results
The schedule includes 30 league games and their results, followed by the playoffs: Qualifier 1, Eliminator, Qualifier 2, and the Final. All match times are listed in USA time.
Here is the complete schedule and results:
| Match No. | Date | Time (USA) | Match | Venue | Result |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Thu, 12 Jun | 6:00 PM PST | SF Unicorns vs Washington Freedom | Oakland | SF Unicorns won by 123 runs |
| 2 | Fri, 13 Jun | 6:00 PM PST | MI New York vs Texas Super Kings | Oakland | Texas Super Kings won by 3 runs |
| 3 | Sat, 14 Jun | 2:00 PM PST | SF Unicorns vs LA Knight Riders | Oakland | SF Unicorns won by 32 runs |
| 4 | Sat, 14 Jun | 6:00 PM PST | Seattle Orcas vs Washington Freedom | Oakland | Washington Freedom won by 5 wkts |
| 5 | Sun, 15 Jun | 2:00 PM PST | LA Knight Riders vs Texas Super Kings | Oakland | Texas Super Kings won by 57 runs |
| 6 | Sun, 15 Jun | 6:00 PM PST | SF Unicorns vs MI New York | Oakland | SF Unicorns won by 3 wkts |
| 7 | Mon, 16 Jun | 6:00 PM PST | Texas Super Kings vs Seattle Orcas | Oakland | Texas Super Kings won by 93 runs |
| 8 | Tue, 17 Jun | 6:00 PM PST | Washington Freedom vs LA Knight Riders | Oakland | Washington Freedom won by 113 runs |
| 9 | Wed, 18 Jun | 6:00 PM PST | MI New York vs Seattle Orcas | Oakland | MI New York won by 7 wkts |
| 10 | Fri, 20 Jun | 7:00 PM CST | Texas Super Kings vs SF Unicorns | Dallas | SF Unicorns won by 7 wkts |
| 11 | Sat, 21 Jun | 7:00 PM CST | MI New York vs Washington Freedom | Dallas | Washington Freedom won by 2 wkts |
| 12 | Sun, 22 Jun | 3:00 PM CST | Seattle Orcas vs LA Knight Riders | Dallas | LA Knight Riders won by 6 wkts |
| 13 | Sun, 22 Jun | 7:00 PM CST | Washington Freedom vs Texas Super Kings | Dallas | Washington Freedom won by 7 wkts |
| 14 | Mon, 23 Jun | 7:00 PM CST | MI New York vs SF Unicorns | Dallas | SF Unicorns won by 47 runs |
| 15 | Tue, 24 Jun | 7:00 PM CST | Texas Super Kings vs LA Knight Riders | Dallas | Texas Super Kings won by 52 runs |
| 16 | Wed, 25 Jun | 7:00 PM CST | Seattle Orcas vs SF Unicorns | Dallas | SF Unicorns won by 32 runs |
| 17 | Thu, 26 Jun | 7:00 PM CST | LA Knight Riders vs Washington Freedom | Dallas | Washington Freedom won by 5 wkts |
| 18 | Fri, 27 Jun | 7:00 PM CST | Seattle Orcas vs MI New York | Dallas | Seattle Orcas won by 3 wkts |
| 19 | Sat, 28 Jun | 3:00 PM CST | Washington Freedom vs SF Unicorns | Dallas | Washington Freedom won by 12 runs |
| 20 | Sat, 28 Jun | 7:00 PM CST | LA Knight Riders vs Seattle Orcas | Dallas | Seattle Orcas won by 5 wkts |
| 21 | Sun, 29 Jun | 7:00 PM CST | Texas Super Kings vs MI New York | Dallas | Texas Super Kings won by 39 runs |
| 22 | Tue, 1 Jul | 7:00 PM EST | SF Unicorns vs Seattle Orcas | Lauderhill | Seattle Orcas won by 4 wkts |
| 23 | Wed, 2 Jul | 7:00 PM EST | Texas Super Kings vs Washington Freedom | Lauderhill | Texas Super Kings won by 43 runs |
| 24 | Thu, 3 Jul | 7:00 PM EST | LA Knight Riders vs MI New York | Lauderhill | MI New York won by 8 wkts |
| 25 | Fri, 4 Jul | 3:00 PM EST | SF Unicorns vs Texas Super Kings | Lauderhill | SF Unicorns won by 1 run |
| 26 | Fri, 4 Jul | 7:00 PM EST | Washington Freedom vs Seattle Orcas | Lauderhill | Washington Freedom won by 8 wkts |
| 27 | Sat, 5 Jul | 3:00 PM EST | MI New York vs LA Knight Riders | Lauderhill | MI New York won by 6 runs |
| 28 | Sat, 5 Jul | 7:00 PM EST | Seattle Orcas vs Texas Super Kings | Lauderhill | Texas Super Kings won by 51 runs |
| 29 | Sun, 6 Jul | 3:00 PM EST | Washington Freedom vs MI New York | Lauderhill | Washington Freedom won by 6 wkts |
| 30 | Sun, 6 Jul | 7:00 PM EST | LA Knight Riders vs SF Unicorns | Lauderhill | LA Knight Riders won by 11 runs |
| 31 | Tue, 8 Jul | 7:00 PM CST | MI New York vs SF Unicorns | Dallas | MI New York won by 2 wkts |
| 32 | Wed, 9 Jul | 7:00 PM CST | Washington Freedom vs Texas Super Kings | Dallas | Match abandoned due to rain |
| 33 | Fri, 11 Jul | 7:00 PM CST | Challenger- Texas Super Kings vs MI New York | Dallas | MI New York won by 7 wkts |
| 34 | Sun, 13 Jul | 7:00 PM CST | Final – MI New York vs Washington Freedom | Dallas | MI New York won by 5 runs |
MLC 2025 Points Table
Here is the complete and updated points table for Major League Cricket (MLC) 2025. It includes each team’s matches played, wins, losses, and points. Net run rate and playoff status are also listed.
| Pos | Team | Played | Won | Lost | NR | NRR | Points |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Washington Freedom | 10 | 8 | 2 | 0 | +0.954 | 16 |
| 2 | Texas Super Kings | 10 | 7 | 3 | 0 | +1.603 | 14 |
| 3 | San Francisco Unicorns | 10 | 7 | 3 | 0 | +1.330 | 14 |
| 4 | MI New York | 10 | 3 | 7 | 0 | -0.518 | 6 |
| 5 | Seattle Orcas | 10 | 3 | 7 | 0 | -1.842 | 6 |
| 6 | LA Knight Riders | 10 | 2 | 8 | 0 | -1.320 | 4 |
Teams and Squads for MLC 2025
Each of the six teams in MLC 2025 includes a mix of experienced international players and emerging American talent. Below is an overview of all squads:
1. Los Angeles Knight Riders
Backed by the global Knight Riders brand, LA Knight Riders enter the 2025 season with Caribbean firepower and solid American depth. Expect big hits, aggressive play, and serious pace from this lineup.
- Batters: Nitish Kumar, Saif Badar
- All-Rounders: Andre Russell, Karthik Gattepalli, Sunil Narine
- Wicketkeepers: Adithya Ganesh, Unmukt Chand
- Bowlers: Ali Khan, Corne Dry, Matthew Tromp, Shadley van Schalkwyk, Spencer Johnson
2. MI New York
Affiliated with the Mumbai Indians franchise, MI New York boasts a formidable squad with elite international stars and promising home-grown players. They bring balance, power-hitting, and tactical depth.
- Batters: Agni Chopra, Heath Richards, Kunwarjeet Ballagan, Sharad Lumba, Sunny Patel
- All-Rounders: Kieron Pollard, Michael Bracewell, Rushil Ugarkar, Tajinder Singh
- Wicketkeepers: Monank Patel, Nicholas Pooran
- Bowlers: Ehsan Adil, Nosthush Kenjige, Rashid Khan, Trent Boult
3. San Francisco Unicorns
The Unicorns are known for their dynamic, high-intensity style. With a focus on explosive talent and versatile all-rounders, they’re one of the most unpredictable and entertaining teams.
- Batters: Jake Fraser-McGurk, Sanjay Krishnamurthi
- All-Rounders: Achilles Browne, Corey Anderson, Hammad Azam, Hassan Khan, Matthew Short
- Wicketkeepers: Finn Allen, Tim Seifert
- Bowlers: Brody Couch, Carmi le Roux, Haris Rauf, Juanoy Drysdale, Karima Gore, Liam Plunkett
4. Seattle Orcas
Seattle Orcas bring flair and global flair to the competition, featuring experienced T20 campaigners and local breakout stars. Their lineup is especially strong in all-rounders and finishers.
- Batters: Aaron Jones, David Warner, Shimron Hetmyer, Steven Taylor
- All-Rounders: Ali Sheikh, Gulbadin Naib, Harmeet Singh, Kyle Mayers, Sikandar Raza, Sujit Nayak
- Wicketkeepers: Heinrich Klaasen, Rahul Jariwala, Ryan Rickelton, Shayan Jahangir
- Bowlers: Ayan Desai, Cameron Gannon, Fazalhaq Farooqi, Jasdeep Singh, Obed McCoy, Waqar Salamkheil
5. Washington Freedom
Washington Freedom combines cricketing class and grit, led by some of the most technically sound players in the league. With elite Australians in the mix, they’re a serious title contender.
- Batters: Mukhtar Ahmed, Steve Smith
- All-Rounders: Glenn Maxwell, Ian Holland, Jack Edwards, Justin Dill, Obus Pienaar, Rachin Ravindra
- Wicketkeepers: Andries Gous, Lahiru Milantha
- Bowlers: Abhishek Paradkar, Amila Aponso, Lockie Ferguson, Saurabh Netravalkar, Yasir Mohammad
6. Texas Super Kings
A sister team to Chennai Super Kings, the Texas Super Kings are built around strong leadership and big-match players. With power-hitters and fiery quicks, they’re always a threat.
- Batters: Faf du Plessis, Saiteja Mukkamalla
- All-Rounders: Calvin Savage, Daryl Mitchell, Marcus Stoinis, Milind Kumar, Shubham Ranjane, Stephen Wiig
- Wicketkeepers: Devon Conway, Joshua Tromp
- Bowlers: Adam Khan, Adam Milne, Mohammad Mohsin, Noor Ahmad, Zia-ul-Haq
Past Winners of Major League Cricket
MLC has already seen two exciting seasons. Here’s a quick look at the MLC winners List so far:
| Year | Winner | Runner-up | Result | Venue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | MI New York | Seattle Orcas | MI New York won by 7 wickets (24 balls left) | Dallas |
| 2024 | Washington Freedom | San Francisco Unicorns | Washington Freedom won by 96 runs | Dallas |
| 2025 | MI New York | Washington Freedom | MI New York won by 5 runs | Dallas |
What Makes MLC Unique?
Major League Cricket brings top-level cricket to the United States in a fresh and modern way. It combines international T20 action with American-style sports entertainment. Fans get to watch big names like Rashid Khan, Glenn Maxwell, and David Warner, while local players also get their time to shine.
MLC is more than just cricket matches—it’s an experience. With music, fan zones, and exciting gameplay, it’s made to be enjoyed by both longtime fans and newcomers. The games are short, action-packed, and easy to follow.
By hosting matches across different US cities, MLC is helping cricket grow in the country. Youth programs, coaching camps, and new academies are inspiring more kids to play the sport.
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Conclusion: MI New York Win MLC 2025 Title
MLC 2025 has concluded, and MI New York claimed their second title, defeating Washington Freedom by 5 runs in the final.
After a rough league stage, MI New York made a strong comeback through the playoffs, beating San Francisco Unicorns and Texas Super Kings to reach the final.
Washington Freedom were the winners of the previous season, and this season they finished as runners-up. The season delivered lot of action and a memorable underdog victory.
FAQs
MLC matches will be broadcast on sports TV channels and also streamed online. Check local listings and digital platforms in your country for access.
Each team is allowed a set number of overseas players in their squad, usually 6–8, with a limit of 4 allowed in the playing XI for a match.
As of now, MLC is a men’s tournament. However, there are discussions and hopes for future women’s cricket leagues in the US.
Tickets are available for purchase online, and fans can watch games live in stadiums across Oakland, Dallas, and Lauderhill.
MLC uses professionally prepared pitches suited for T20 cricket. These surfaces offer a good balance between batting and bowling.
