Quinton de Kock was dismissed by Glenn Maxwell in the opening over of MI New York's chase in MLC 2026. The South African wicketkeeper-batter fell for just one run off one ball.
What happened?
Glenn Maxwell produced a moment of brilliance in the field to dismiss Quinton de Kock. The incident came off the final ball of the opening over of MI New York's chase.
De Kock pushed the ball back towards Maxwell and casually wandered out of his crease while backing up. Maxwell gathered the ball and flicked an underarm throw between his legs at the non-striker's end.
Why it matters for Quinton de Kock
The dismissal left MI New York in early trouble and handed Washington Freedom the perfect start in their defence of a massive total. Quinton de Kock's early departure put pressure on the rest of the batting lineup.
MI New York's chase faltered early as Quinton de Kock, Nicholas Pooran, and Monank Patel fell cheaply, leaving the side at 34/3. Kieron Pollard fought back with a brilliant 100 off 56 balls.
What comes next?
Washington Freedom posted a daunting 245/5, powered by Mitchell Owen's sensational 155 off 68 balls. Steve Smith and Mark Chapman provided valuable support.
Glenn Maxwell's all-round display, including 2/37 with the ball, helped Washington Freedom secure a memorable victory. MI New York finished on 215/6, despite Pollard's historic century.
The result will be a setback for MI New York, who will look to bounce back in their next match. Quinton de Kock will aim to make a stronger contribution in the upcoming games.
Washington Freedom's victory was a testament to their strong team performance. Maxwell's stunning run-out was a key moment in the match.
MI New York will regroup and plan their next move. The team will look to learn from their mistakes and come back stronger.
The MLC 2026 season is heating up, with teams competing fiercely for the top spot. Quinton de Kock and MI New York will face tough challenges in the upcoming matches.
Glenn Maxwell's performance was a highlight of the match. His all-round skills made a significant impact on the game.
The crowd witnessed an exciting match, with both teams giving their best. The result was a reflection of Washington Freedom's strong team effort.