India, July 10 -- Trent Boult turned hero with the bat and ball, guiding MI New York to a dramatic 2-wicket victory over the San Francisco Unicorns in a rain-shortened Major League Cricket (MLC) eliminator at Grand Prairie Stadium on Thursday. Chasing a modest 132, the Kiwi star's late cameo, alongside his fiery opening spell, secured MI's place in Qualifier 2 against the Texas Super Kings.

In a tense, rain-affected eliminator, MI New York faced a target of 132 set by the Unicorns. The chase began confidently, reaching 37/0 by the powerplay's end, with Quinton de Kock (33) and Monank Patel (33) setting a solid foundation.

However, Matthew Short shifted momentum, dismissing de Kock and captain Pooran in his second over, sparking hope for...