Maxwell's brilliant run-out and Pollard's century in MLC 2026 clash

Glenn Maxwell produced a moment of brilliance in the field to dismiss Quinton de Kock during Washington Freedom's clash against MI New York in MLC 2026. 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. The Washington Freedom captain spotted the opportunity instantly. Showing exceptional awareness and quick reflexes, Maxwell gathered the ball and, in one smooth motion, flicked an underarm throw between his legs at the non-striker's end. The ball crashed into the stumps with De Kock stranded well short of his ground. The South African wicketkeeper-batter could only watch in disbelief as he was run out for just one run off one ball. The dismissal left MI New York in early trouble and handed Washington Freedom the perfect start in their defence of a massive total.

Despite Kieron Pollard's historic century and record-breaking achievement as T20 cricket's highest run-scorer, MI New York suffered a 30-run defeat to Washington Freedom in MLC 2026. Washington Freedom posted a daunting 245/5, powered by Mitchell Owen's sensational 155 off 68 balls, while Steve Smith and Mark Chapman provided valuable support. In reply, MI New York's chase faltered early as Quinton de Kock, Nicholas Pooran and Monank Patel fell cheaply, leaving the side at 34/3. Pollard fought back with a brilliant 100 off 56 balls and surpassed Chris Gayle's all-time T20 run record during the innings. However, contributions from Corbin Bosch (35) and Romario Shepherd (26) were not enough as MI New York finished on 215/6. Glenn Maxwell's all-round display, including 2/37 with the ball, helped Washington Freedom secure a memorable victory.