Hetmyer's Last-Gasp Six Propels Seattle Orcas to Record-Breaking MLC Chase

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The Orcas successfully chased down a massive target of 238, marking the highest successful run chase in MLC history. Hetmyer's composure under pressure allowed him to smash Kieron Pollard for a six, clinching the victory.

Earlier in the match, MI New York posted a formidable 237/4, thanks to a brilliant unbeaten century from captain Nicholas Pooran, who scored 108 off 60 balls, including 7 fours and 8 sixes. Tajinder Dhillon also contributed significantly with a rapid 95 off 35 balls.

Despite the onslaught, Gerald Coetzee and Kyle Mayers, each taking two wickets, helped the Orcas regain some control.

Seattle's innings began shakily, with Josh Brown and Shayan Jahangir falling early. However, Kyle Mayers (37 off 20) and captain Sikandar Raza (30 off 9) launched a counterattack to revive the chase. Heinrich Klaasen then added a quick 26 off 13 balls before being dismissed by Rushil Ugarkar.

Hetmyer then took center stage.

As the required run rate increased, Hetmyer accelerated, scoring an unbeaten 97 off just 40 deliveries, including 5 fours and 9 sixes, with a strike rate of 242.50.

With five runs needed off the final ball, Hetmyer faced Kieron Pollard. He expertly flicked the ball over fine leg for a six, securing a memorable win for Seattle.

"This one is one of the best, because our backs were against the wall and I'm still grimacing over the last game where we couldn't cross the line," said Hetmyer, who was named Player of the Match.

"Today is one of those days, where I went with a clear mind and wanted to take the game as deep as possible. That (injury) actually gave me a little bit of help, because I didn't want to run much," he added.