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Abandons Qualifier between Washington Freedom and Texas Super Kings in Dallas handed Freedom their second consecutive MLC final spot. The rain didn’t allow even a single ball to be bowled, and since Freedom topped the league stage, they moved straight to the final.
🟦 Abandons Qualifier Sends League Leaders Through
Cricket fans expected a thrilling clash between two consistent sides. Washington Freedom, led by Moises Henriques, dominated the league stage. Texas Super Kings, led by Glenn Maxwell, chased closely behind and came into the match with momentum.
Despite dark skies, the match began with a toss. Maxwell won it and chose to bowl first on a fresh, covered surface. But soon after, lightning and thunder forced both teams to take shelter, followed by heavy rain that left no chance for play.
🟥 Abandons Qualifier Cuts Out Super Over Option
As per tournament rules, if teams can’t play at least five overs, a Super Over should decide the winner. However, the downpour didn’t let up. Officials waited, but the outfield couldn’t dry in time. Because the Eliminator match was set to be played at the same venue the next day, they couldn’t push the game to a reserve day.
With no other option, the umpires called off the match. Since Freedom finished first in the league standings, they qualified directly for the final.
🟩 Abandons Qualifier Doesn’t End TSK’s Journey
Texas Super Kings still have a shot at the title. They’ll now face the winner of the Eliminator between MI New York and San Francisco Unicorns in the Challenger. If TSK win that match, they’ll make it to the final for a rematch with Washington Freedom.
Players like Devon Conway, Naveen-ul-Haq, and Daniel Sams have the experience to lead a strong comeback. TSK will look to regroup and go hard in the Challenger.
🔎 Match Snapshot
| Fixture | Outcome |
|---|---|
| Washington Freedom vs Texas Super Kings (Qualifier) | Abandoned due to rain |
| Washington Freedom | Qualified for Final (Topped League) |
| Texas Super Kings | Will play Challenger vs Eliminator Winner |
📌 Key Highlights:
- Abandons Qualifier due to heavy rain and lightning.
- Toss happened; Glenn Maxwell opted to bowl first.
- No overs played; conditions unsafe for even a Super Over.
- Washington Freedom advanced as table-toppers.
- TSK to face MI New York or San Francisco Unicorns in Challenger.
