THE GRAND AMERICAN CRICKET CARNIVAL – the Major League Cricket has touched down for its fourth edition. MI New York, the league’s most successful franchise and the only team to have lifted the MLC trophy twice, first in 2023 and then last year in 2025. MI New York enters this new season with a lot of hunger and fan support for the campaign ahead. Our stars with firepower are back, the stakes are higher and it is time to write another chapter in our growing legacy within the MI universe. During our first encounter on 21st June 2026 at Dallas, MI New York will face Washington Freedom, both finalists of last season.
A new season brings fresh opportunities, but the goal remains unchanged. MLC continues to grow in stature, drawing global stars and expanding cricket’s footprint across America. Our champion side steps onto the field carrying confidence and belief… their best cricket is yet to unfold. Our mission is simple, to raise the standards and bar on field and keep adding trophies to the cabinet. From packed stadiums to screens around the globe…every cheer, chant and message will fuel our MI New York side.
The X factor and heartbeat of this team is the return of our very own Kieron Pollard the player. Over the years, KP has seamlessly transitioned between different roles across the MI universe. But this time around when the Caribbean all-rounder walks onto the field in the MI New York jersey, he continues to bring the match winning aura. His presence, monster six hitting abilities and outstanding cricketing brain will be extremely valuable for the side.
Some other familiar faces in the team include the destructive T20 batter Nicholas Pooran, big match performer with the bat and behind the stumps Quinton de Kock. The explosive top order mainstay Ryan Rickelton, while his South African counterpart, all-rounder Corbin Bosch adds depth to the squad while Corey Anderson’s experience and versatility, while the man in form Romario Shepherd remains one of the most dangerous finishers in the shortest format of the game. New ball specialist Trent Boult brings his own zing to the side while Allah Ghazanfar can trouble the best batters in the world with his mystery spin.
Waking down memory lane, in 2023, MI New York etched their name in history by becoming the inaugural MLC champions all thanks to Pooran’s batting masterclass in the final. They announced themselves on the American stage in style. Come the next season of 2024, we came close to defending the crown but it was not meant to be. But last year…the boys responded in a brilliant fashion, peaked at the right time, entering the playoffs and then sealed a win in the final over thriller versus Washington Freedom by five runs.
Championship teams are built on talent and hard work while dynasties are built on consistency and team work. The belief is strong while the mission is clear as the chase for our third MLC crown begins!
