Quinton de Kock Wins with 61 Runs for MI New York

Quinton de Kock hit 61 runs from 46 deliveries to lead MI New York to a 5-run victory over Seattle Orcas on July 3, 2026. His team finished with 132/8.

MI New York made a positive start, reaching 51/1 in the powerplay with Quinton de Kock leading the way.

Quinton de Kock struck 6 fours and 2 sixes to anchor the innings after early momentum.

The contest was dominated by the bowlers from start to finish. Marcus Stoinis produced an outstanding all-round display, claiming 3/14 to restrict MI New York.

Marcus Stoinis lacked consistent support as wickets continued to fall around him.

Quinton de Kock's measured half-century proved to be the difference between the sides. On a surface where stroke-making was difficult, his 61 provided MI New York with a competitive total.

Romario Shepherd then delivered under pressure, using his pace and accuracy to derail Seattle's chase and seal a narrow victory.

Seattle Orcas struggled to build momentum in reply, reaching only 29/2 during the powerplay.

Marcus Stoinis once again led the resistance with a determined 36 from 31 balls, striking 5 boundaries and a six to keep the chase alive.

However, Romario Shepherd proved decisive with an outstanding spell of 3/16, receiving valuable support from the rest of the bowling attack as MI New York consistently picked up wickets at crucial moments.

Seattle finished on 127/9 after 20 overs, leaving MI New York celebrating a hard-earned 5-run victory in one of the closest matches of the Major League Cricket season.

**MI New York Fall of wickets:** 1-17 (Monank Patel - 2.1 ov), 2-64 (Nicholas Pooran - 8.2 ov), 3-99 (Quinton De Kock - 13.2 ov).

**Seattle Orcas Fall of wickets:** 1-13 (Shayan Jahangir - 2.5 ov), 2-14 (Matthew Breetzke - 3.5 ov), 3-31 (Tim Seifert - 6.3 ov).

Quinton de Kock's performance on July 3, 2026, will be remembered as a key factor in MI New York's victory.

The win was a testament to the team's strength and **Quinton de Kock**'s ability to perform under pressure.

And so, MI New York will look to build on this momentum in their next match.

But for now, they can celebrate a hard-earned victory, thanks in large part to **Quinton de Kock**'s 61 runs.