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MI New York Gets a Big Boost
Quinton de Kock joins MI New York for the upcoming 2025 Major League Cricket (MLC) season, bringing star power and experience to a squad looking for redemption.
Yes, Quinton de Kock joins MI, returning to the MI family but this time in New York, not Mumbai. After playing for Seattle Orcas last year, the former South African opener has made a switch just in time to shake things up in the USA’s top cricket league.
Why the Move Matters
De Kock recently stepped away from ODI and Test cricket, focusing on T20s. He’s still active in the IPL with Kolkata Knight Riders but will now bring his attacking style to MI New York — a team desperate to bounce back after finishing last in 2024.
New Faces for a New Era
MI New York isn’t stopping at just de Kock. They’ve also added:
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George Linde (South Africa)
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Azmatullah Omerzai (Afghanistan rising star)
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Naveen-ul-Haq (Afghanistan pace bowler)
At the same time, big names like Kagiso Rabada, Dewald Brevis, and Anrich Nortje have been let go — a decision that’s stirred mixed emotions among fans.
In an official post, the franchise said:
“It was a lovely run with the 2024 squad, and while we’re happy to retain our core, saying goodbye is never easy.”
About Major League Cricket
Launched in 2023, MLC is America’s first major Twenty20 cricket league. Run by American Cricket Enterprises (ACE) and sanctioned by USA Cricket, the league has six teams and a growing fanbase. MI New York is one of the flagship franchises, backed by the global MI brand.
What’s Next?
MI New York will be counting on Quinton de Kock’s experience at the top of the order to change their MLC story. With a fresh mix of international talent, the franchise looks determined to flip the script in 2025.
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