Major League Cricket

Minor League Cricket (MLC) is the USA’s premier semi-professional T20 league and a vital part of the country’s cricketing future. At The Cricket Scores, our Minor League Cricket tag page compiles all the action—fixtures, match reports, player stats, venue updates, and tournament highlights—into one hub for MLC fans and cricket followers around the world.

History

Formation: 2018–2021

Minor League Cricket began as an ambitious plan by USA Cricket and American Cricket Enterprises (ACE) to create a nationwide league that could both develop domestic players and prepare the ground for Major League Cricket (MLC). Early trials, combines, and community leagues helped build local interest and talent identification.

Launch: 2022–2023

The official inaugural MLC season kicked off in 2021, featuring 27 privately owned franchises across the U.S. The league structure included regional divisions, playoffs, and a championship—setting a new standard for cricket in North America. High-profile players like Unmukt Chand and Corey Anderson joined, drawing international attention.

Growth: 2024–Present

With each passing season, MLC has improved in competitive quality, digital presence, and fan engagement. The league now acts as a direct feeder to MLC, with several players getting national call-ups and exposure to international cricket.

Teams

List of Current Teams (2025 Season)

  •         Atlanta Fire
  •         Chicago Tigers
  •         Dallas Mustangs
  •         Manhattan Yorkers
  •         Silicon Valley Strikers
  •         Seattle Thunderbolts
  •         New Jersey Stallions
  •         Los Angeles Knights
    (Full list available on match days on The Cricket Scores)

These teams represent major metropolitan hubs across the U.S., each with local talent and experienced coaching units.

Timeline

  •         2021: Inaugural season
  •         2022: Playoff format enhanced
  •         2023: Expanded digital broadcast and live scoring
  •         2024–25: Growing links with MLC, player drafts and development academies launched

Tournament Seasons and Results

Year Champion Runner-Up
2021 Silicon Valley Strikers New Jersey Stallions
2022 Seattle Thunderbolts Atlanta Fire
2023 Dallas Mustangs Chicago Tigers

Teams’ Performances

  •         Silicon Valley Strikers: Strong start, multiple playoff appearances
  •         Seattle Thunderbolts: Known for aggressive batting line-up
  •         New Jersey Stallions: Consistent top-tier team
  •         Dallas Mustangs: Rising contenders with strong bowling depth

Each season reshuffles the power rankings, and player transfers have made the league highly competitive.

Venues

MLC matches are held at high-quality venues across the U.S., including:

  •         Church Street Park (NC)
  •         Morrisville Cricket Ground
  •         Santa Clara Cricket Field
  •         Moosa Stadium (Texas)
    These grounds meet ICC-accredited standards and are designed to promote fan experience with seating, commentary boxes, and live-streaming infrastructure.

Broadcasters

List of Broadcasters (2025 Season)

  •         YouTube (official MLC & team channels)
  •         Willow TV (USA & Canada)
  •         CricClubs app – for live scoring
  •         MLC Network (MLC+ app) – extended coverage for both MLC and MLC games

These platforms provide real-time stats, commentary, and highlights, helping MLC reach fans globally.

Records and Statistics

  •         Most Runs (All Seasons): Unmukt Chand – 1,276
  •         Most Wickets: Ali Sheikh – 59
  •         Highest Team Total: 231/5 – Seattle Thunderbolts
  •         Best Bowling Figures: 6/17 – Cameron Gannon
  •         Most Sixes in a Season: Andries Gous – 34

Follow all Minor League Cricket match reports, points tables, and highlights here on The Cricket Scores. Bookmark the tag page for every innings, every stat, and every moment of MLC.