The 15th match of the exhilarating Major League Cricket (MLC) 2023 tournament showcased an intense battle between MI New York and Seattle Orcas on Tuesday at Church Street Park in Morrisville. The clash turned out to be a nail-biting thriller, leaving the spectators on the edge of their seats.
In a high-scoring contest, both Seattle and New York exhibited exceptional batting prowess, with both sides smashing scores exceeding 190. Ultimately, it was the Seattle who clinched a sensational 2-wicket victory. The standout performer of the game was South African star Heinrich Klaase, who remained unbeaten and blazed an extraordinary century. Klaasen’s unbeaten 110 played a pivotal role in Seattle successfully chasing down the formidable target of 195 with just four balls to spare, a feat that left the crowd in awe.
However, it wasn’t just the Klaasen who stole the spotlight during this electrifying match. MI New York’s skipper, Kieron Pollard, alongside wicketkeeper-batter Nicholas Pooran, demonstrated exceptional batting prowess as well. The duo’s quick-fire partnership of 67 runs for the fourth wicket gave their team a competitive edge.
It was during this partnership that Pollard, the former West Indies captain, showcased his unparalleled power by hitting a jaw-dropping 110-metre-long six, the biggest six of the MLC 2023 season thus far. The incredible moment unfolded in the 12th over bowled by Seattle Orcas’ Cameron Gannon.
Gannon delivered a slower-one short ball outside the off-stump, presenting an opportunity to the dynamic Pollard. Displaying incredible timing and brute force, the Trinidadian cleared his front leg and smashed the ball over mid-wicket, sending it soaring an astounding 110 meters.
The colossal six left fans and players alike astonished, with the moment quickly gaining attention on social media. Cricket enthusiasts from around the world took to social media to praise Pollard’s exceptional display of power-hitting.
Here is the video:
ONE HUNDRED… AND TEN METERS!😱
Kieron Pollard with the BIGGEST SIX of #MajorLeagueCricket!
1⃣1⃣4⃣/3⃣ (11.2) pic.twitter.com/QGvQ2j2Lvs
— Major League Cricket (@MLCricket) July 25, 2023
