Guest User-442311 - Friday, Nov 07, 2025The thrilling Hong Kong Sixes 2025 tournament is set to kick off on November 7, with the final scheduled for November 9. The three-day cricket extravaganza will feature 12 teams, divided into four groups of three. India has been placed in Group C alongside Pakistan and Kuwait.
The Indian squad for the Hong Kong Sixes has been announced, with veteran wicketkeeper-batter Dinesh Karthik appointed as captain. Interestingly, senior off-spinner Ravichandran Ashwin, who had initially agreed to participate, has withdrawn his name from the tournament.
The Indian lineup includes several experienced names such as Robin Uthappa, Bharat Chipli, Shahbaz Nadeem, Priyank Panchal, Stuart Binny, and Abhimanyu Mithun.
Fans will witness an electrifying start to the tournament as India faces Pakistan in their opening match. The much-awaited encounter will take place on November 7 at 1:05 PM IST.
Cricket fans in India can catch all the Hong Kong Sixes action live on Sony Sports Network. Additionally, SonyLIV and FanCode apps and websites will provide live streaming of all matches.
The Hong Kong Sixes tournament began in 1992. India has won the title only once, back in 2005. Teams from Pakistan, England, and South Africa have been the most successful, with five titles each, while Sri Lanka and India have won it once each.
The Hong Kong Sixes is known for its fast-paced and entertaining format.
Each match consists of 6 overs per side.
In semifinals and finals, each over consists of 8 balls.
There are no free-hits for no-balls.
If a batsman scores 50 runs, he must retire hurt, allowing other players to bat.
Dinesh Karthik (Captain), Robin Uthappa, Bharat Chipli, Shahbaz Nadeem, Priyank Panchal, Stuart Binny, Abhimanyu Mithun
Muhammad Shahzad, Maj Sadakat, Abdul Samad, Khwaja Nafe, Saad Masood, Shahid Aziz, Abbas Afridi
The 2025 edition of the Hong Kong Sixes promises to be a spectacle, offering a platform for both experienced and emerging players to showcase their skills. All eyes will be on the India vs Pakistan clash on November 7, which is sure to add extra excitement to the tournament’s opening day.
