los angeles knight riders Created history by securing first place on Sunday Major League Cricket (MLC) 2026 Won the title with a dramatic one-run win washington independence In a thrilling finale at the Oakland Coliseum. Defending a modest target of 165, LAKR held their composure in the closing stages with the experienced all-rounder clinching their first championship in the history of the tournament. Sunil Narine Starred in the title-winning performance.
Shahrukh Khan reacts to LA Knight Riders becoming MLC champions
Bollywood superstar and co-owner of Knight Riders Group Shahrukh Khan He was one of the first to celebrate the historic achievement, congratulating the team on social media after the final. Sharing his excitement at the X, Shahrukh praised the players for fulfilling their ambition of winning the championship and highlighted the growing popularity of cricket in the United States.
“LAKR Stadium. Championship…Cricket in America… Amazing @SunilPNarine74 @Jasefolder98 @Russell12A and the entire team. Absolutely excellent. You all said we are here not just to participate but to win…and you showed it. Love you all…corbo lorbo jeetbo!” Wrote SRK on X.
LAKR Stadium. Championship…cricket in America…fantastic @SunilPNarine74 @jasholder98 @russell12a And the whole team. Absolutely excellent. You all said that we have come here not just to participate but to win…and you did it. Love you all….Korbo Lorbo Jeetbo!
– Shahrukh Khan (@iamsrk) 19 July 2026
The post immediately caught the attention of cricket fans, with many praising the continued success of the Knight Riders group in franchise leagues. The famous slogan “Korbo Lorbo Jeetbo” (We will perform, fight and win), synonymous with the Knight Riders brand, perfectly sums up the team’s victorious campaign in MLC 2026.
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LAKR’s enthusiasm remains intact in the thrilling final
After Washington Freedom elected to bowl first, Los Angeles Knight Riders scored 164 runs before being bowled out in 19.4 overs. andre fletcher Took command of the team by playing a quick inning of 47 runs in 27 balls. Colin Munro Contributed 40 off 29 deliveries. Matthew TrumpAfter a middle-order wobble, an aggressive inning of 39 off 21 balls proved crucial in helping LAKR reach a competitive total.
Washington Freedom’s bowling attack shared wickets. ben dwarshuis Returning figures of 3 for 31. Michelle Owen, Nikhil Chaudhary And Rachin Ravindra Took two wickets each to prevent Knight Riders from scoring big.
In reply, Washington’s target was never really set as Narine tore apart the top order, taking 3 for 13, while jason holder He equaled it by taking 3 wickets for 31 runs. Andries Gus scored 40 runs and obs pienar Nearly pulled off a surprise heist by hitting a blistering 53 off just 24 balls, but Freedom ultimately finished at 163 for 9, falling just short by one run.
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