In a thrilling Major League Cricket (MLC) 2025 match at Dallas, MI New York captain Nicholas Pooran scored a powerful unbeaten 108 off 60 balls, including 7 fours and 8 sixes. He partnered with Tajinder Singh to build a record 158-run third-wicket partnership, helping MI New York post a strong total of 237/4 in 20 overs.

However, Pooran’s century proved insufficient as Seattle Orcas chased down the target with a spectacular last-ball six to win by three wickets. Chasing 238, Seattle needed 6 runs off the final ball. Veteran West Indies batsman Shimron Hetmyer, despite playing with an injury, smashed the required six off Kieron Pollard’s bowling to seal the victory.

Hetmyer’s unbeaten 97 runs came off just 40 balls, featuring 9 sixes and 4 fours. Captain Sikandar Raza contributed a quick 30 runs from 9 balls. Trent Boult was the best bowler for MI New York, taking 3 wickets for 31 runs.

The dramatic last over saw Seattle needing 9 runs from 6 balls. After tight bowling initially, Hetmyer managed to score the winning six, handing Seattle Orcas a memorable win and leaving Pooran’s brilliant century in vain.