Match 8, Oakland, June 18, 2025, 06:30 AM
Washington Freedom
208/5(20.0ov)
Los Angeles Knight Riders
95/10(16.3ov)
Washington Freedom beat Los Angeles Knight Riders by 113 runs
Best Batsmen
R
B
4S
6S
SR
Best Bowler
O
R
W
Econ
Man of the Match
Glenn Maxwell
Commentry
Right then, that's it from this contest. Looking forward to the next one, MI New York vs Seattle Orcas on June 19th, 2025, at 1 AM GMT. You can join us for the pre-match buildup an hour early. Catch you then! Cheers!
Washington Freedom captain Glenn Maxwell, who was named Player of the Match, credited his success to giving himself a chance and capitalizing on the opportunity. As captain, he felt the responsibility to carry his team forward and aimed for a high total of 155-160. Maxwell praised his team's bowling strategy, which included targeting a length of 6 to 8 meters and rotating bowlers effectively, commending Saurabh Netravalkar and Mark Adair for their performances. He also highlighted the team's resilience, particularly given the number of changes they have undergone, and praised the positive attitude within the group, noting that the players have taken setbacks in stride and found ways to win.
Jason Holder, the skipper of Los Angeles Knight Riders says that they dropped a crucial chance at the end of the first inning, which was the turning point of the match. Also says that they needed to utilize the powerplay with a bit flair. Ends up saying that they need to reflect on their mistakes and stay positive, as it's a long run from now.
The Presentation Ceremony...
The game dynamics shifted dramatically after the 13th over when WF were batting as Glenn Maxwell took control. Before that, Los Angeles Knight Riders had the upper hand, but Maxwell's explosive batting changed the course of the game. He transformed Washington Freedom's innings, going from struggling to score to smashing a century. Maxwell's impact was immense, and the result reflects that. For LAKR, Corne Dry and Tanveer Sangha took two wickets each, while Jason Holder picked up one wicket in a game that ultimately slipped away from them.
The Washington Freedom bowlers, on the other hand, were outstanding, with a well-rounded attack that saw wickets spread across the team. Mitchell Owen and Jack Edwards took three wickets each, while Saurabh Netravalkar took two. Ian Holland, and Mark Adair chipped in with one wicket apiece. The collective effort from the WF bowlers proved too much for LAKR to handle, ultimately leading to a comprehensive win for the defending champions.
The chase for Los Angeles Knight Riders never gained momentum, as they lost wickets at regular intervals without getting any breathing space. The best partnership for LAKR came from the 6th wicket stand between Saif and Jason Holder, who added 35 runs together in a small but notable resistance in an otherwise struggling innings.
Washington Freedom were in a spot of bother at 68/4, but Glenn Maxwell's sensational ton changed the game completely. He single-handedly propelled WF to a massive win, guiding them to a victory by 113 runs.
In over# 17
0W
0
4
Saurabh Netravalkar 6/2(3.3)
OUT! TAKEN! Done and dusted! Saurabh Netravalkar bowls it on a good length, on off. Saurabh Netravalkar makes room for himself and swats across the line straight toward the hands of the long on fielder. Mark Chapman doesn't have to move to take that catch. Washington Freedom beat Los Angeles Knight Riders by 113 runs
16.3
W
OUT! TAKEN! Done and dusted! Saurabh Netravalkar bowls it on a good length, on off. Saurabh Netravalkar makes room for himself and swats across the line straight toward the hands of the long on fielder. Mark Chapman doesn't have to move to take that catch. Washington Freedom beat Los Angeles Knight Riders by 113 runs
16.2
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On a length, outside off. Corne Dry looks to poke but misses.
16.1
4
FOUR! SHOT! Short, on middle and leg. Corne Dry walks down the track and pulls it toward deep fine leg fence for a boundary.
Strategic break! Washington Freedom are just one wicket away from paving their route toward victory. Los Angeles Knight Riders' batters haven't gotten the better of the Washington batters, and they have a lot of work to improve.
In over# 16
0W
1
0
1
0
1
Ian Holland 10/1(3)
OUT! TAKEN! The first wicket for Ian Holland! Back of a length, outside off, with no pace to offer. Shadley van Schalkwyk punches it hard but straight to the hands of the short cover. Jack Edwards is the man placed in the position and he never spills out these catches.
15.6
W
OUT! TAKEN! The first wicket for Ian Holland! Back of a length, outside off, with no pace to offer. Shadley van Schalkwyk punches it hard but straight to the hands of the short cover. Jack Edwards is the man placed in the position and he never spills out these catches.
15.5
1
On a length, on middle and leg. Corne Dry nudges it toward square leg for one.
15.4
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Pace off now, outside off. Corne Dry looks to squeeze it toward backward point but misses.