The league-stage has now concluded, and the attention turns to the forthcoming Eliminator, where the MI New York (NY) will face off against the Texas Super Kings (TEX) at the Grand Prairie Stadium in Dallas in Match 22 of Major League Cricket 2024.
NY narrowly secured a place in the playoffs, achieving this by the slimmest of margins. In their final group-stage encounter, they faced a must-win circumstance and ultimately prevailed against the Los Angeles Knight Riders, thereby just managing to advance to the knockout stages after winning only a couple of games throughout their campaign.
Meanwhile, TSK enjoyed a markedly superior campaign, both in terms of margins of victory and overall wins, surpassing NY by one additional win. This performance facilitated their progression to the final four with relative ease, bolstered by an impressive net run rate of +0.604.
Both teams encountered unfortunate disruptions due to inclement weather, resulting in their matches being abandoned. NY experienced one such rain-affected game, while TSK faced two. Notably, one of these interruptions involved an encounter between the two sides.
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Match Details
| Match | Venue | Date & Time | Live Broadcast & Streaming Details |
| MI New York vs Texas Super Kings | Grand Prairie Stadium, Dallas | July 25, Thursday, 6 am IST | Sony Sports Network & JioCinema (app and website) |
Pitch Report
Batters generally favor the surface at the Grand Prairie Stadium in Dallas, as it facilitates a high-scoring encounter with the ball coming onto the bat with ease. Opting to bat first upon winning the toss may prove to be a prudent strategy, given the favorable conditions for batting. The average score at this venue throughout the tournament is 155.88, which is considerably higher than that during the T20 World Cup 2024.
Head-to-Head Record
| Matches Played | Won by Texas Super Kings | Won by MI New York | No Result | First-ever Fixture | Most-recent Fixture |
| 4 | 2 | 1 | 1 | 18/07/23 | 15/07/24 |
Probable Playing XI for NY vs TEX
MI New York:
Dewald Brevis, Monank Patel, Nicholas Pooran (wk), Shayan Jahangir, Kieron Pollard (c), Tim David, Rashid Khan, Nosthush Kenjige, Rushil Ugarkar, Trent Boult, Anrich Nortje
Texas Super Kings:
Devon Conway (wk), Faf du Plessis (c), Aaron Hardie, Milind Kumar, Mitchell Santner, Calvin Savage, Marcus Stoinis, Mohammad Mohsin, Joshua Tromp, Noor Ahmad, Ottneil Baartman
Probable Top Performers
Probable Best Batter: Faf du Plessis
The skipper of TSK has displayed exceptional form throughout this tournament and stands as the leading run-scorer heading into the crucial encounter. With only one instance of scoring below 30, occurring in the opening match, he has consistently demonstrated prowess, underpinned by an impressive strike rate of 172.15. He is anticipated to continue his formidable performance, providing his team with a robust start with the bat.
Probable Best Bowler: Rashid Khan
Among bowlers who have participated in five or more matches this edition, the Afghan leg-spinner boasts the lowest economy rate (6.27), a testament to his exceptional skill and consistency across various formats, particularly in the 20-over one. Given his track record of delivering mesmerizing performances with the ball, if he successfully deploys his array of variations, he is well-positioned to wreak havoc and further augment his wicket tally.
Today’s Match Prediction: MI New York to win the match
Scenario 1
MI New York win the toss and opt to bat first.
Powerplay Score: 40-50
NY: 170-190
MI New York win the match.
Scenario 2
Texas Super Kings win the toss and opt to bat first.
Powerplay Score: 35-45
TSK: 150-170
MI New York win the match.
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Disclaimer: The prediction is based on the understanding, analysis, and instinct of the author. While making your prediction, consider the points mentioned and make your own decision.