Unmukt Chand Sparks LAKR Victory, Snaps Losing Streak
Unmukt Chand's 86 not out and Andre Russell's three-wicket haul secured a six-wicket victory for Los Angeles Knight Riders over Seattle Orcas in Major League Cricket 2025. Despite a shaky start, LAKR's Chand and Saif Badar built a decisive partnership, snapping a three-match losing streak for the team.
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Los Angeles Knight Riders (LAKR) ended their three-match losing streak with a commanding six-wicket victory over the Seattle Orcas in Dallas, powered by Unmukt Chand's unbeaten 86 and Andre Russell's pivotal three-wicket performance.
Seattle Orcas, batting first, posted a competitive 177/6. Shayan Jahangir and David Warner gave a fiery start, but LAKR's Jason Holder disrupted their momentum. Despite Warner and Aaron Jones building a steady stand, Russell's astute bowling checked their progress.
LAKR's chase started shaky, but Chand's composed innings, supported by Saif Badar, steered the team to a critical partnership of 139 runs. With Chand's sublime form and Russell's pressure, LAKR clinched the win, boosting their campaign spirits.
(With inputs from agencies.)
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