Seattle Orcas face MI New York in a do-or-die encounter at the Oakland Coliseum. Expect spin-friendly conditions and a toss to decide fantasy fortunes.
June 19, 2025: New Delhi
🏏 Match Preview: Seattle Orcas vs MI New York – Match 9, MLC 2025
Two winless teams—Seattle Orcas (SEA) and MI New York (NY)—lock horns in Match 9 of Major League Cricket 2025 at the Oakland Coliseum, with both sides desperate to end their losing streaks.
- Seattle Orcas suffered a crushing 93-run loss to Texas Super Kings.
- MI New York fell short by just 3 wickets against San Francisco Unicorns.
This match is more than just about points—it’s a psychological reset.
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🌦️ Pitch & Weather Report
- Venue: Oakland Coliseum
- Pitch: Early pace, late spin. Favorable for teams batting first—6 of 8 matches so far won by teams defending totals.
- Weather: Clear skies, ~23°C, zero chance of rain.
- Fantasy Angle: Bank on top-order batters and spin-friendly options.
🌟 Top Fantasy Picks & Form Watch
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- Michael Bracewell (MI NY) – All-rounder
Form: 55 runs & 3 wickets in 2 games
Why Pick: Safe captain choice, dual potential with bat & ball - Quinton de Kock (MI NY) – Opener
Form: 71 runs in 2 matches
Why Pick: Explosive starts, high fantasy ceiling - David Warner (SEA) – Opener
Form: 244 runs in last 5 games (overall)
Why Pick: Due for a big knock, experienced pressure player - Heinrich Klaasen (SEA) – Wicketkeeper-batter
Form: 193 runs in last 5 T20s
Why Pick: Power hitter in the middle overs, safe wk pick - Monank Patel (MI NY) – Top-order batter
Form: 82 runs in 2 matches
Why Pick: Reliable vice-captain option for small leagues
🧠 Dream11 Fantasy Tips & Strategy
- Captaincy Picks: Michael Bracewell, Quinton de Kock
- Vice-Captain Options: Monank Patel, Heinrich Klaasen
- Differential Picks: Harmeet Singh (9 wickets in last 5), Waqar Salamkheil (spin threat)
- Toss Impact: Pick more players from the team batting first, given the poor chasing records at this venue.
🧾 Probable Playing XIs
Seattle Orcas (SEA):
Kyle Mayers, David Warner, Steven Taylor, Heinrich Klaasen (c & wk), Aaron Jones, Sikandar Raza, Harmeet Singh, Cameron Gannon, Jasdeep Singh, Obed McCoy, Waqar Salamkheil
MI New York (NY):
Agni Chopra, Quinton de Kock (wk), Monank Patel, Nicholas Pooran (c), Michael Bracewell, Kieron Pollard, Tajinder Dhillon, Sunny Patel, Trent Boult, Naveen-ul-Haq, Ehsan Adil
🔮 Suggested Dream11 Team (Small Leagues)
Wicketkeepers:
- Quinton de Kock (C)
- Heinrich Klaasen
Batters:
- David Warner
- Monank Patel
- Kieron Pollard
All-rounders:
- Michael Bracewell (VC)
- Kyle Mayers
- Harmeet Singh
Bowlers:
- Naveen-ul-Haq
- Trent Boult
- Waqar Salamkheil
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