MLC 2025: Jason Holder hits the stumps but the bail refuses to dislodge
In one of the most bizarre moments of Major League Cricket 2025 so far,
produced a peach of a delivery that struck
's stumps but somehow failed to dislodge the bail. The moment left everyone at the ground in disbelief and turned into a lucky break for Jahangir and the Seattle Orcas.
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The moment of luck came early but it was crucial in shaping the game. After losing Josh Brown for a two-ball duck to Holder, the Orcas bounced back through a steady and valuable partnership between Jahangir and
. Together they added 119 runs for the second wicket to steady the chase of a massive 200-plus target set by Los Angeles Knight Riders.
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Jahangir scored a quick 42 from 29 balls, while Jones hammered 73 from 38 at a blazing strike rate. After the solid platform was built,
once again rose to the occasion.
Just 24 hours ago, he finished off a last-ball thriller against MI New York and repeated the heroics with another aggressive knock that sealed the game with style.
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Hetmyer smashed bowlers to all parts of the ground, sending Ali Khan and Jason Holder into the stands with powerful sixes. Even when the Knight Riders tried to claw back with quick wickets, Hetmyer and Rovman Powell ensured there was no late twist. Powell's brutal hitting and Hetmyer's calm finish saw the Orcas chase down the total to secure back-to-back wins after a tough start to the season.
Jason Holder's almost-perfect dismissal of Jahangir could have changed the script entirely, but cricket often has moments where luck plays its part. This time, the bail stayed on and Seattle Orcas marched on.
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