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Cricket fans are in for a treat as the famous Hong Kong Sixes returns from November 7 to 9, 2025. After a break, this unique six-a-side tournament is back, featuring India and 12 other international teams. The tournament is exciting, fast, and full of action, making it a perfect warm-up before the T20 World Cup 2026. Matches like India vs Pakistan are expected to be very thrilling.
What is the Hong Kong Sixes?
The Hong Kong Sixes is a special cricket tournament where each team has only six players. It is organized by Cricket Hong Kong and approved by the International Cricket Council (ICC).
Most tournaments are played at the Kowloon Cricket Club, except for 1996 and 1997 when they were held at Hong Kong Stadium. The 2024 edition was played at Mission Road Ground in Kowloon. The tournament is famous for fast scoring, aggressive play, and exciting matches that are fun to watch on TV.
How Does the Hong Kong Sixes Work?
The Hong Kong Sixes is different from normal cricket. Each match lasts only 45 minutes. Every team has 6 players, and each side can bowl a maximum of 6 overs. This fast format makes every ball important and every mistake costly.
Special Rules of Hong Kong Sixes
Here are some special rules that make the Hong Kong Sixes exciting:
- Every player, except the wicketkeeper, must bowl one over.
- Wides and no-balls give 2 extra runs, but there is no free hit.
- A batsman must retire after scoring 31 runs but can return later if other players are out.
- If five wickets fall before the overs finish, the last batsman keeps playing with the fifth-out player as a runner. The innings end when the last batter is out.
These rules keep the game fast, exciting, and full of surprises.
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Tournament Stages of Hong Kong Sixes
The Hong Kong Sixes has a unique way to decide winners:
| Stage | What Happens |
|---|---|
| Group Stage | Each team plays all other teams in their group. |
| Top 2 teams | Go directly to the quarter-finals. |
| 3rd-placed teams | Play in the Bowl competition for a chance to reach the Bowl Final. |
| Quarter-Finals | Winners go to semi-finals. |
| Losing Quarter-Final teams | Play in Plate semi-finals for the Plate Final. |
| Semi-Finals | Winners compete in the Main Final. |
| Finals | There are three finals: Main, Plate, and Bowl. |
The Hong Kong Sixes 2025 promises exciting, fast, and action-packed cricket. Fans can expect big hits, thrilling matches, and unforgettable moments.
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