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Kieron Pollard, the indomitable West Indies’ all-rounder, has once again etched his name in cricketing history. On Sunday, Pollard guided MI New York to their second Major League Cricket (MLC) title, defeating Washington Freedom by five runs in a thrilling final. But it wasn’t just the silverware that had fans and pundits buzzing—it was Pollard’s trademark wit and banter that stole the show after the match, as he equalled Dwayne Bravo’s record for the most T20 trophies won by a player.
A new chapter in the Pollard-Bravo rivalry
The win marked Pollard’s 17th T20 trophy, drawing him level with his longtime friend and fellow Trinidadian, Dwayne Bravo. The two have enjoyed a friendly rivalry over the years, often engaging in light-hearted banter about their respective trophy hauls. This time, Pollard wasted no time in poking fun at Bravo, who previously held the record alone.
Pollard’s reaction was as entertaining as his on-field exploits. In a video that quickly went viral, Pollard looked straight into the camera and quipped, “Hey Champion… look at me now, another trophy!”—a playful nod to Bravo’s famous nickname and celebratory song. The moment was met with laughter and applause from teammates and fans alike, cementing Pollard’s reputation as one of cricket’s great entertainers.
Kieron Pollard’s journey to 17 T20 trophies
Pollard’s journey to this milestone has been nothing short of remarkable. His T20 trophy cabinet includes:
- 5 Indian Premier League (IPL) titles with Mumbai Indians
- 2 Champions League T20 titles
- 2 Caribbean Premier League (CPL) titles
- 1 T20 World Cup with West Indies
- 1 Bangladesh Premier League title
- 1 International League T20 title
- 3 domestic trophies with Trinidad & Tobago
- 1 CSA T20 Challenge title
- 2 Major League Cricket titles with MI New York
His latest triumph was built on a series of clutch performances in MLC 2025, including a 22-ball 47 in the Challenger against Bravo’s former side, Texas Super Kings (TSK).
