In the ongoing Major League Cricket (MLC) tournament, Kieron Pollard, the charismatic captain of the Mumbai Indians New York (MI New York) team, has once again captured the internet’s attention with his exuberant demeanor both on and off the field. During the match against the Los Angeles Knight Riders (LAKR), Pollard’s unique celebration after the dismissal of Andre Russell became a highlight of the game.
In a display of humor and style, Pollard celebrated the wicket by showcasing a hilarious run followed by a quirky pose, leaving fans amused and entertained. The match turned out to be a remarkable victory for MI New York, as they triumphed over the LA Knight Riders with an astounding 105-run margin. The game, which took place at the Grand Prairie Stadium in Dallas on Sunday, July 16, witnessed the LA Knight Riders post the lowest total of the tournament so far, managing only 50 runs in 13.5 overs, thanks to an outstanding all-around performance by MI New York.
The talk of the town, however, was MINY’s captain, Kieron Pollard’s innovative celebration. The moment unfolded in the 10th over of the Los Angeles Knight Riders’ innings, precisely when Pollard successfully dismissed Andre Russell. It happened when Pollard delivered a short ball outside off-stump, prompting Russell to attempt a pull shot, but he ended up nicking it to the wicketkeeper, Nicholas Pooran.
Initially, the on-field umpire ruled in Russell’s favor, but Pollard, confident in his instincts, chose to opt for the Decision Review System (DRS). As fate would have it, the third umpire overturned the decision, leading to an outburst of jubilation from Pollard and his teammates in celebration of the crucial wicket.
THAT FEELING WHEN YOU GET DRE RUSS!🏃💨
— Major League Cricket (@MLCricket) July 17, 2023
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During the post-match presentation, Kieron Pollard shared his discontent with his team’s batting display in the initial phase of their innings. He expressed, “While I am pleased with the final outcome, our batting performance left much to be desired. Losing 5 wickets in the first 10 overs is not up to the standards we expect in franchise cricket. It’s essential to remember that this is a new tournament, and some of our players are experiencing this level of competition for the first time. We must be patient with them. Our batters need to utilize the powerplay wisely and gauge the conditions accordingly.”