NY vs SEA Dream11 Prediction: Match 1 of Major League Cricket 2024 Playing 11, Pitch Report, Fantasy Cricket Tips for MI New York vs Seattle Orcas Dream11 Team

MI New York will take on Seattle Orcas in the inaugural match of Major League Cricket 2024 at Church Street Park in Morrisville.

Let’s take a look at our fantasy preview for this game.

MI New York vs Seattle Orcas, Match 1 of Major League Cricket 2024
06th July, 01:00 AM IST
Church Street Park, Morrisville

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NY vs SEA Preview

MI New York, having clinched the title against the same opponents last season, will be eager to start their defense on a strong note. The champions have a strong lineup featuring some of the biggest names in T20 cricket. Key players for MI New York include the explosive Nicholas Pooran, whose batting prowess can change the course of a game in a matter of overs, the ever-reliable Trent Boult with his lethal swing bowling, the sensational Rashid Khan, and the experienced T20 veteran Kieron Pollard.

On the other hand, the Seattle Orcas will be looking for redemption after their heartbreak in last season’s final. They have assembled a strong squad capable of challenging for the title this year. The Orcas will be banking on the big-hitting abilities of Heinrich Klaasen, the aggressive opening style of Quinton de Kock, and the all-round skills of Wayne Parnell to spearhead their campaign.

Form Guide

NY: L-W-L-W-L
SEA: W-L-W-W-W

Church Street Park Pitch Report

The Church Street Park in Morrisville offers a good surface for batting, and batters will enjoy their time on this pitch. The fast bowlers are expected to get some assistance. Teams batting second have won 85% of the games, so bowling first would be the ideal choice upon winning the toss.

NY Playing 11

1. Steven Taylor
2. Monank Patel
3. Nicholas Pooran (c)
4. Dewald Brevis
5. Tim David
6. Kieron Pollard
7. Heath Richards
8. Trent Boult
9. Rashid Khan
10. Kagiso Rabada
11. Anrich Nortje

MI New York Team News

Squad: Dewald Brevis, Steven Taylor, Monank Patel, Nicholas Pooran(w), Kieron Pollard(c), Tim David, Romario Shepherd, Rashid Khan, Nosthush Kenjige, Trent Boult, Ehsan Adil, Shayan Jahangir, Heath Richards, Kagiso Rabada, Anrich Nortje, Rushil Ugarkar, Ruben Clinton
No injury news.

NY Key Players

Nicholas Pooran Stats vs SEA in MLC

Last 5 Scores in T20I	Runs against SEA in MLC	Batting average vs SEA	Total runs in T20I	Captain choice
1, 27, 36, 98, 17	205 runs in 2 matches	205.00	2076 Runs in 95 Matches	✅

Kieron Pollard Stats vs SEA in MLC

Last 5 Scores in T20I	Runs against SEA in MLC	Batting average vs SEA	Total runs & wickets in T20I	Vice-captain choice
3, 24, 41, 18, 9	34 runs in 1 match	34.00	1569 runs & 42 wickets in 101 Matches	❌

SEA Playing 11

1. Aaron Jones
2. Quinton de Kock
3. Shehan Jayasuriya
4. Heinrich Klaasen
5. Ryan Rickelton
6. Imad Wasim
7. Michael Bracewell
8. Wayne Parnell (c)
9. Nandre Burger
10. Obed McCoy
11. Harmeet Singh

Seattle Orcas Team News

Squad: Quinton de Kock(w), Nauman Anwar, Shehan Jayasuriya, Heinrich Klaasen, Michael Bracewell, Imad Wasim, Shubham Ranjane, Wayne Parnell(c), Obed McCoy, Nandre Burger, Zaman Khan, Hammad Azam, Harmeet Singh, Cameron Gannon, Ryan Rickelton, Lance Morris, Aaron Jones, Nathan Ellis, Ali Sheikh, Ayan Desai
All players are available for selection.

SEA Key Players

Quinton de Kock Stats vs NY in MLC

Last 5 Scores in T20I	Runs against NY in MLC	Batting average vs NY	Total runs in T20I	Captain choice
39, 5, 12, 65, 74	96 runs in 2 matches	48.00	2584 Runs in 92 Matches	❌

Heinrich Klaasen Stats vs NY in MLC

Last 5 Scores in T20I	Runs against NY in MLC	Batting average vs NY	Total runs in T20I	vice-captain choice
52, DNB, 22, 8, 36	114 runs in 2 matches	114.00	912 Runs in 52 Matches	✅

Who will win today’s match between MI New York vs Seattle Orcas (1st Match of Major League Cricket 2024)?

MI New York and Seattle Orcas have faced each other twice in the MLC, with both sides winning one match each.
MI New York has suffered 3 defeats in their last 5 matches, while Seattle Orcas has won 4 of their last 5 games.
Seattle Orcas are expected to win this outing.

NY vs SEA Dream11 Prediction

Wicket-keepers: Quinton de Kock, Nicholas Pooran, Heinrich Klaasen
Batsmen: Aron Jones, Dewald Brevis
All-rounder: Imad Wasim, Rashid Khan, Mitchell Bracewell
Bowlers: Trent Boult, Kagiso Rabada, Wayne Parnell

Who are Best Captain Options for NY vs SEA Dream11 Team

For Small League, Head to Head contest: Nicholas Pooran, Quinton de Kock
For Grand League, Mega Contest: Rashid Khan, Heinrich Klaasen

What are NY vs SEA Fantasy Tips?

Nicholas Pooran has an impressive record against the Seattle Orcas, having scored 205 runs in 2 matches, making him a top pick for this outing, especially considering his fine form.
Quinton de Kock has an average of 48.00 against New York and has been in fine form recently, making him a must-have pick for this game.
Rashid Khan has taken 14 wickets in 8 games in the recently concluded T20 World Cup, making him another top pick for this game.
Kagiso Rabada, Anrich Nortje, and Trent Boult are must-have picks given their bowling abilities.