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June 23, 2025

Chand and Russell power LAKR to maiden MLC victory

Chand and Russell power LAKR to maiden MLC victory
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Chand and Russell power LAKR to maiden MLC victory

In another thrilling Major League Cricket 2025 match played at the SoFi Stadium in Los Angeles, the Los Angeles Knight Riders registered their maiden win in the League by beating the Seattle Orcas by six wickets.

Unmukt Chand led the scoresheet with a blistering 86 not out off 58 balls by the former India U19 sensation. His measured knock lasts 178 runs, and he provided a steadfast 139-run stand with Saif Badar (54) to see the LAKR home in only 18.2 overs.

All-rounder Andre Russell delivered a key spell, taking 3/30 to derail the Orcas’ momentum after they posted 177/7. His quick breakthroughs shifted momentum as Seattle threatened to push for a tight finish.

Despite early contributions from David Warner, Aaron Jones, and Shayan Jahangir, Seattle couldn’t capitalise on their total. Their bowling line-up allowed opening partnerships to flourish, and Russell’s impact swung the momentum decisively, according to.

The Knight Riders now sit third in the MLC standings and will face Washington Freedom next, aiming to build on their momentum. Seattle will look to turn things around in their next fixture.

LAKR has played a picture-perfect team effort in this match, with Unmukt Chand and Andre Russell providing exactly what the situation demanded of them. The Knight Riders feel confident and ready to compete after beating their earlier rivals in their first match by over a hundred points. The team is one to look out for in MLC 2025.


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