The Texas Super Kings vs Seattle Orcas clash promised fireworks—and boy, it delivered, albeit from just one end. On a dry and deceptive Oakland pitch, TSK absolutely dismantled the Seattle Orcas, bowling them out for a measly 60 runs, the lowest total in MLC 2025 so far. If cricket had mercy rules, this game might’ve ended halfway through the chase.
💣 Powerplay Mayhem: Zia & Burger Go Full Grill
Zia-ul-Haq and Nandre Burger weren’t just bowling—they were on a demolition mission. The Orcas found themselves in a sinking submarine at 21/5 after 5 overs, with edges flying, pads getting wrecked, and stumps doing backflips.
The pitch nibbled, the batters fiddled, and by the time spin arrived, Noor Ahmad joined the party like an uninvited guest who brings fireworks. Two lbws later, the scoreboard read 27/7, and the Seattle dugout had the collective look of a Zoom call after a system crash.
🧯 A Brief Flicker, Then Darkness
Aaron Jones and Jasdeep Singh managed to temporarily put out the flames with a mini-stand worth 18. There was even a six! But like a squirrel trying to stop a train, it was never going to be enough.
Stoinis returned with his bouncer buffet, and soon it was Burger time again. Orcas folded for just 60 in 13.5 overs, losing by 93 runs. Let that sink in.
🏏 TSK’s Batting: Ugly, But Effective
Before the carnage, Texas Super Kings themselves weren’t on a joyride. Faf du Plessis and Devon Conway might as well have been trying to swat flies with a spoon. But Saiteja Mukkamalla and Daryl Mitchell offered a middle-over anchor job. The momentum truly arrived via Marcus Stoinis, who slammed four sixes in a power cameo that felt like lighting a match in a blackout.
Shubham Ranjane and Milind Kumar then added the cherry on top, taking the Kings to 153/6—a total that felt about 50 more than needed in hindsight.
🔥 TSK on Fire: Three Wins, Table Pressure Mounts
With this win, Texas Super Kings now sit proudly on a 3–0 record, joining San Francisco Unicorns at the summit of the MLC 2025 points table. More importantly, they’ve shown three very different ways to win—narrow defense (vs MI), balanced dominance (vs LAKR), and now complete annihilation.
For the Seattle Orcas, however, it’s back to the drawing board—and perhaps the therapist’s office.
188BET Odds Watch 🎲
Ahead of the game, 188BET had Texas Super Kings as modest -145 favorites. After this mauling, expect that number to plummet in future fixtures. If you’re betting against TSK now, you might as well bet that the sun won’t rise tomorrow.
FAQs: What People Are Asking About This Match
TSK defeated Seattle Orcas by 93 runs after bowling them out for just 60.
Although not officially confirmed, Zia-ul-Haq (3/16) and Nandre Burger (3/10) were undoubtedly co-stars of the evening.
A lethal powerplay spell from Zia and Burger, plus Noor Ahmad’s spin, dismantled their top and middle order before they could blink.
Yes, Seattle’s 60 is the lowest total in this season so far.
Marcus Stoinis (28 off 12), Zia-ul-Haq, and Nandre Burger starred with bat and ball.
MLC odds are available on 188BET, including outrights, in-play betting, and player props.
Conclusion: Super Kings Flex Championship Credentials
The Texas Super Kings vs Seattle Orcas match was less of a contest and more of a warning shot to the rest of the MLC. TSK have found their rhythm—and it’s deadly. As for the Orcas, the only direction from rock bottom is up.
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