Cricket Prediction | MI NY vs TSK | Major League Cricket 2025 | 2nd Match | June 13 – Is NY the Team to Beat?

MI NY vs TSK Match Analysis

The much-anticipated 2nd match of the Major League Cricket season between MI New York and Texas Super Kings is scheduled to take place on June 13, 2025, at the picturesque Oakland venue.

MI New York has built a reputation for their balanced squad, combining experienced internationals with emerging talent. Their leadership under Nicholas Pooran adds a tactical edge, and the batting lineup boasts aggressive stroke-makers.

A combination of big hitters and crafty bowlers highlights the Super Kings’ resilience. Under the calm and composed captaincy of Faf du Plessis, they have shown consistency in the middle overs.

MI New York vs Texas Super Kings Team Preview & Squads

MI New York

Nicholas Pooran leads MINY with experience from global T20 leagues and international cricket. At the top, his aggressive strokes set the pace, and his keen wicket-keeping plays a pivotal role in decisive moments.

MINY batting is bolstered by Quinton de Kock, a proven run-getter in the shorter formats. The duo of Bracewell and Pollard contributes experience and sharp finishing touches down the order. The middle order offers flexibility to accelerate or consolidate depending on the match situation.

The bowling attack is spearheaded by world-class spinner Rashid Khan and death-over specialist Trent Boult. Naveen-ul-Haq and Ehsan Adil provide seam options with control and bounce. With his clever variations in spin, George Linde ensures the bowling remains tricky and unpredictable.

MI New York set a solid target of 163/8 in their recent Eliminator clash at Dallas on July 24, 2024. However, Texas Super Kings easily chased it down, reaching 167/1 in just 18.3 overs. They secured a convincing 9-wicket victory with 9 balls to spare, showcasing their powerful batting lineup and leaving MI New York with clear areas to work on, particularly in defending their totals.

MI New York Squad

MI New York Squad

Nicholas Pooran (Captain, WK), Azmatullah Omarzai, Trent Boult, Michael Bracewell, Agni Chopra, Quinton de Kock, Ehsan Adil, Nosthush Kenjige, Kunwarjeet Singh, George Linde, Sharad Lumba, Naveen-ul-Haq, Monank Patel, Kieron Pollard, Rashid Khan, Heath Richards, Sunny Patel, Tajinder Singh, Rushil Ugarkar

Texas Super Kings

Faf du Plessis’ strategic insight and seasoned leadership strengthen the TSK. His calm approach under pressure helps steer the team through tight situations. A consistent top-order batsman, Faf also leads by example with his fielding intensity.

Texas boasts strong top-order hitters like Devon Conway and Donovan Ferreira, who can build innings with smart aggression. The middle order includes Milind Kumar and Daryl Mitchell, offering stability and the ability to accelerate.

Their bowling arsenal features Akeal Hosein and Noor Ahmad, both effective spin options with variations suited for T20 cricket. Fast bowlers Adam Milne and Nandre Burger offer pace and bounce, while Mohammad Mohsin supports with accurate medium pace.

In the semifinals against San Francisco Unicorns on July 26, 2024, TSK fell short despite a solid 190/4. San Francisco’s score of 200/6 sealed a hard-fought win by 10 runs. Texas’s batting showed promise but lacked the finishing punch, while their bowling struggled to contain the opposition’s top order.

Texas Super Kings Squad

Texas Super Kings Squad

Faf du Plessis (Captain), Nandre Burger, Devon Conway (WK), Donovan Ferreira, Akeal Hosein, Milind Kumar, Adam Milne, Daryl Mitchell, Mohammad Mohsin, Saiteja Mukkamalla, Noor Ahmad, Smit Patel, Shubham Ranjane, Calvin Savage, Joshua Tromp, Stephen Wiig, Zia-ul-Haq

MI NY vs TSK Outfield Report

Oakland Coliseum,Oakland

The pitch at Oakland typically favors batsmen with a true bounce and consistent pace, ideal for stroke play across all formats. Fast bowlers get some early movement but the surface tends to slow down as the game progresses, assisting spinners in the middle overs. The outfield’s pace demands keen alertness from fielders to prevent quick boundaries.

Weather conditions on match day are expected to be mild and pleasant, with temperatures around 22-25°C. Clear skies and low humidity should provide comfortable playing conditions with minimal chance of rain interruptions. Light breeze from the west may slightly assist swing bowling early on.

Historically, the highest score recorded on this ground in MLC matches is around 210 runs when batting first, while the lowest is near 130. Chasing teams have found success when targeting totals under 170, but anything above 180 has proven challenging to chase due to the pitch slowing in the latter stages.

MI New York vs Texas Super Kings Head-to-Head Stats of Last 5 Matches

In the last five encounters between these two sides, Texas Super Kings have held a slight edge, winning three matches while MI New York have managed two victories.

MI NY vs TSK Prediction

According to cricket analysts Texas Super Kings have a 54% chance of Winning.