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Australian cricket icon Ricky Ponting recently showcased his dedication to his son, Fletcher William Ponting, during a Major League Cricket (MLC) 2025 net session. The young Fletcher was participating in the nets with the Washington Freedom team. Interestingly, Ricky Ponting himself is the head coach for the Washington Freedom, who are currently enjoying a successful MLC 2025 season, holding the second position in the league standings with 10 points after six matches.
During a Washington Freedom net practice, Fletcher William Ponting arrived with his kit bag, ready to bat. Observers were impressed by the young cricketer's timing and technique, and he even received throwdowns from Australian star Glenn Maxwell. Adding to the significance of the moment, Ricky Ponting was seen nearby, attentively watching and providing his son with valuable batting advice.
In a heartwarming display of fatherly support, Ponting also took on the role of water boy for Fletcher. This exchange between father and son resonated positively with fans, sparking hopes that Fletcher might one day follow in his celebrated father's footsteps in the world of cricket.
Watch Ricky Ponting's heartwarming dad moment with his son during MLC training:
Meanwhile, the Washington Freedom continued their strong showing in MLC 2025. They recently secured an exciting victory against the Los Angeles Knight Riders in a match that went down to the very last ball in Dallas. This five-wicket win allowed the Freedom to surpass the Texas Super Kings in the standings, claiming the second spot and moving them closer to securing a place in the postseason. The 2025 season has been particularly successful for head coach Ricky Ponting. Earlier this year, he led the Punjab Kings to the final of the IPL 2025 season, where they unfortunately faced a narrow 6-run defeat at the hands of Royal Challengers Bengaluru. Now, Ponting will be aiming to go one step further and clinch the MLC championship title with the Washington Freedom
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