- Major League Cricket Final 2024: The final match of Major League Cricket 2024 was played between Washington Freedom and San Francisco Unicorns. Washington Freedom won the title this time.
Major League Cricket Final 2024 Highlighst:
Washington Freedom won the title of Major League Cricket 2024. Washington Freedom was made the winner by the Australian star who was seen doing commentary in the 2024 T20 World Cup. Seeing the explosive batting of the Australian batsman in Major League Cricket 2024, it seems that Australia had made a big mistake in selecting the team for the T20 World Cup.
Here we are talking about Australia’s star batsman Steve Smith. In the T20 World Cup played in June, Smith was seen in the commentary box instead of the Australian team. Smith was not made a part of the Australian squad for the T20 World Cup. Now the same Smith was seen batting brilliantly in Major League Cricket. In the title match played against San Francisco Unicorns, Smith played an innings of 88 runs in 52 balls with the help of 7 fours and 6 sixes. Smith was also given the title of ‘Player of the Match’ for this innings. Let us tell you that Smith is the captain of Washington Freed. He made the team champion under his captaincy.
Smith batted like this not only in the final match but throughout the season and was the second highest run scorer in the tournament. Smith scored 336 runs in 9 innings of 9 matches at an average of 56.00 and a strike rate of 148.67. During this, he scored 3 half-centuries.
This was the situation of the final match
The final match of the Major League between San Francisco Unicorns and Washington Freedom was played on Monday, July 29 as per Indian time. In the match, San Francisco Unicorns won the toss and decided to bowl. Batting first, Washington Freedom scored 207 runs for 5 wickets in 20 overs. Smith played the biggest innings for the team. Then, chasing the target, San Francisco Unicorns were all out for 111 runs in 16 overs. In this way, Washington Freedom, captained by Smith, won by 96 runs.
WASHINGTON FREEDOM ARE YOUR MLC 2024 CHAMPIONS! 🔴 🏆 #MLC2024 | #CognizantMajorLeagueCricket | #T20 | #MLCChampionship pic.twitter.com/Ppottwq99n
— Major League Cricket (@MLCricket) July 29, 2024
Steve Smith’s Masterclass: Washington Freedom Clinch MLC Title
A Dream Run Culminates in Glory
In a thrilling climax to the Major League Cricket (MLC) 2024 season, the Washington Freedom, led by the talismanic Steve Smith, emerged victorious, clinching the championship title. The Australian batting maestro, fresh off his commentary stint at the T20 World Cup, transformed into a match-winner, steering his team to glory.
Smith’s journey from the commentary box to the cricket field was nothing short of spectacular. His astute observations as a commentator had seamlessly transitioned into a captain’s acumen, guiding the Freedom to the pinnacle of MLC cricket.
The final was a high-octane affair, with both teams vying for supremacy. However, Smith’s brilliance with the bat proved to be the difference. His calculated innings, laced with powerful strokes and impeccable timing, set the tone for the chase. The Freedom, inspired by their captain’s heroics, chased down the target with relative ease, sparking jubilant celebrations.
Smith’s impact extended beyond his batting. His leadership qualities were evident throughout the tournament as he galvanized his team and fostered a winning mentality. The Australian’s ability to read the game, coupled with his astute decision-making, made him an invaluable asset to the Freedom.
The MLC 2024 triumph marks another feather in Smith’s illustrious cap. From being a commentator to a champion, his journey is a testament to his unwavering passion for the game. The Australian star has undoubtedly etched his name in the annals of MLC history.
As the curtains come down on another successful MLC season, the league’s future looks promising. With stars like Steve Smith gracing the tournament, the popularity of cricket in the United States is set to soar even higher.