In a gripping encounter of the Major League Cricket (MLC) 2024, the Seattle Orcas faced off against the Washington Freedom at a packed stadium. Washington Freedom emerged victorious, chasing down a target set by the Orcas with five wickets in hand.
Steve Smith looks visibly upset on his dismissal
The match witnessed a standout moment when Cameron Gannon, bowling for the Seattle Orcas, delivered a stunning blow to dismiss the renowned Steve Smith of Washington Freedom. Gannon’s delivery, clocking in at 135 kmph, landed on a perfect length angled towards the off-stump. Smith, known for his aggressive stroke play, charged down the pitch aiming to drive through the off-side.
However, Gannon’s deceptive movement caught Smith off-guard. The ball nipped back slightly, kissing the under edge of Smith’s bat before dislodging the off bail. The dismissal left Smith visibly frustrated as he departed the crease after contributing just 12 runs to his team’s chase.
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Cameron Gannon with a Cannon of a wicket! ⚡️#SeattleOrcas #MLC2024 #AmericasFavoriteCricketTeam #AFCT #WFvSO pic.twitter.com/uBMn4hwFs3
— Seattle Orcas (@MLCSeattleOrcas) July 12, 2024
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Washington Freedom gets the better of Seattle Orcas
Seattle Orcas, after being put into bat, struggled to build partnerships against a disciplined bowling attack from Washington Freedom. They managed to post a total of 124 all out in 19.4 overs, with Heinrich Klaasen‘s brisk 51 off 30 deliveries being the highlight of their innings. Lockie Ferguson was the chief tormentor for Washington Freedom, claiming impressive figures of 4/26, while Saurabh Netravalkar supported well with 3/18.
In response, Washington Freedom achieved the target comfortably in 18.2 overs, reaching 127/5. Lahiru Milantha anchored the innings with an unbeaten 33, supported by Obus Pienaar‘s crucial 31 not out. Their partnership ensured that Washington Freedom crossed the finish line without much trouble, securing a significant victory in the MLC 2024 season.
The match showcased thrilling moments of skill and strategy, reaffirming the competitive spirit of the exciting tournament. With more exciting clashes scheduled ahead, fans can expect further exhilarating action in the ongoing tournament.
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