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The stage is set for an exhilarating encounter in the Major League Cricket (MLC) 2023 Qualifier between Seattle Orcas (SEO) and Texas Super Kings (TSK) at the Grand Prairie Cricket Stadium, USA. With a direct spot in the finals on the line for the winner, the stakes are high, and both teams will be eager to claim victory.
In their previous meeting during the league stage, SEO emerged victorious, defeating TSK by 8 wickets. However, the Qualifier presents a fresh opportunity for both teams, and they will be fully focused on securing their place in the final.
Orcas, under the leadership of Wayne Parnell, have several key players who have played vital roles in the team’s success thus far. The explosive batting of Heinrich Klaasen, who has scored 221 runs, makes him a formidable threat to TSK. Imad Wasim‘s contributions with both bat and ball have been crucial to the team’s fortunes.
In their previous league match, SEO demonstrated their nerve and determination, clinching a thrilling 2-wicket victory against MI New York (MINY).
On the other hand, Texas will be seeking redemption and determined to avenge their earlier loss to SEO, as they eye a spot in the finals. The experienced campaigner, Dwayne Bravo, has been leading the team from the front, scoring 136 runs and picking up 3 crucial wickets. Mitchell Santner and Daniel Sams have also been valuable contributors, with Santner scoring 79 runs and capturing 4 wickets, while Sams has contributed 69 runs and taken 4 wickets. TSK’s last league match was a testament to their character and fighting spirit, as they secured a nerve-wracking 3-wicket win against San Francisco Unicorns (SFU).
Major League Cricket 2023, Qualifier:
- Date and Time: 12:30 am GMT/ 7:30 pm local/ 6:00 am IST (July 28)
- Venue: Grand Prairie Stadium, Dallas
SEO vs TSK: Pitch Report
Grand Prairie Stadium offers ideal batting conditions where batters can play shots, trusting the bounce. Bowlers will get some initial assistance, and the spinners will come into the game later on. Batting first is the mantra for a win here.
SEO vs TSK Dream11 Prediction Picks:
- Wicketkeepers: Quinton de Kock, Devon Conway, Heinrich Klaasen
- Batters: David Miller, Faf du Plessis
- All-rounders: Dwayne Bravo, Mitchell Santer, Imad Wasim, Daniel Sams
- Bowlers: Andrew Tye, Gerald Coetzee
SEO vs TSK Dream11 Prediction Captain and Vice-Captain:
Choice 1: Devon Conway (c), Heinrich Klaasen (vc)
Choice 2: Imad Wasim (c), Quinton de Kock (vc)
SEO vs TSK Dream11 Prediction Backups:
Dasun Shanaka, Mohammad Mosin, Shehan Jayasuriya, Rusty Theron