Hong Kong Sixes 2025: Cricket fans are in for a treat as the 2025 edition of the Hong Kong Super Sixes kicks off this week. Some of the world’s most iconic cricketers are ready to light up Luanda in this fast-paced and entertaining format of the game.
Organized by Cricket Hong Kong, China, the Hong Kong Sixes 2025 is a six-a-side international cricket tournament officially sanctioned by the ICC. The competition will feature between 8 and 12 teams from around the world.
Hong Kong Sixes 2025: A Tournament Built for Thrills and TV
The Hong Kong Sixes 2025 is designed to deliver excitement, with short, high-scoring matches played in smaller venues. Its fast tempo and explosive gameplay make it a perfect fit for television audiences and fans who love quick cricket action.
The 2025 edition begins on November 7, and here’s everything you need to know about the schedule, format, results, and points table.
Format of the Hong Kong Sixes 2025
The tournament follows a six-a-side format, with each match lasting six overs per side. Every player except the wicketkeeper must bowl one over, and a batter retires after reaching 31 runs. A wide or no-ball gives the batting team two runs.
This year, 12 teams will compete, divided into four groups of three. Each group will play a round-robin stage, with the top two teams advancing to the Cup Finals, while the third-placed teams move to the Bowl League Finals.
- Cup Finals: The best two teams from each group enter the quarterfinals. Winners go to the semifinals, while losing teams shift to the Plate Finals.
- Plate Finals: The semifinal losers play in the Plate semifinals, and the winners of those matches progress to the final.
- Bowl Finals: The four teams that finish third in their groups compete in a round-robin Bowl League, with the top two qualifying for the Bowl Final.
Hong Kong Sixes 2025 Schedule, Fixtures, Match Times, and Results
| Group | Date | Match | Time (IST) | Venue | Result |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| D | Nov 7 | Hong Kong vs Bangladesh | 5:45 AM | Mong Kok | Abandoned |
| B | Nov 7 | England vs U.A.E | 6:40 AM | Mong Kok | Abandoned |
| C | Nov 7 | Kuwait vs Pakistan | 7:35 AM | Mong Kok | Pakistan won by 4 wickets |
| A | Nov 7 | Afghanistan vs Nepal | 8:30 AM | Mong Kok | Afghanistan won by 17 runs |
| D | Nov 7 | Hong Kong vs Sri Lanka | 9:25 AM | Mong Kok | Hong Kong won by 4 wickets |
| B | Nov 7 | Australia vs U.A.E | 10:20 AM | Mong Kok | Australia won by 6 wickets |
| A | Nov 7 | Afghanistan vs South Africa | 11:15 AM | Mong Kok | Afghanistan won by 49 runs |
| D | Nov 7 | Bangladesh vs Sri Lanka | 12:10 PM | Mong Kok | Bangladesh won by 13 runs |
| C | Nov 7 | India vs Pakistan | 1:05 PM | Mong Kok | – |
| B | Nov 7 | Australia vs England | 2:00 PM | Mong Kok | – |
| A | Nov 8 | Nepal vs South Africa | 5:45 AM | Mong Kok | – |
| C | Nov 8 | India vs Kuwait | 6:40 AM | Mong Kok | – |
| Bowl | Nov 8 | Hong Kong vs Nepal | 7:35 AM | Mong Kok | – |
| Bowl | Nov 8 | Kuwait vs U.A.E | 8:30 AM | Mong Kok | – |
| 1st QF | Nov 8 | Australia vs Bangladesh | 9:25 AM | Mong Kok | – |
| 2nd QF | Nov 8 | Pakistan vs South Africa | 10:20 AM | Mong Kok | – |
| Bowl | Nov 8 | Kuwait vs Nepal | 11:15 AM | Mong Kok | – |
| Bowl | Nov 8 | Hong Kong vs U.A.E | 12:10 PM | Mong Kok | – |
| 3rd QF | Nov 8 | England vs Sri Lanka | 1:05 PM | Mong Kok | – |
| 4th QF | Nov 8 | Afghanistan vs India | 2:00 PM | Mong Kok | – |
| Bowl | Nov 9 | Nepal vs U.A.E | 5:45 AM | Mong Kok | – |
| Plate SF 1 | Nov 9 | TBC vs TBC | 6:40 AM | Mong Kok | – |
| Plate SF 2 | Nov 9 | TBC vs TBC | 7:35 AM | Mong Kok | – |
| Bowl | Nov 9 | Hong Kong vs Kuwait | 8:30 AM | Mong Kok | – |
| 1st SF | Nov 9 | TBC vs TBC | 9:25 AM | Mong Kok | – |
| 2nd SF | Nov 9 | TBC vs TBC | 10:20 AM | Mong Kok | – |
| Bowl Final | Nov 9 | TBC vs TBC | 11:15 AM | Mong Kok | – |
| Plate Final | Nov 9 | TBC vs TBC | 12:10 PM | Mong Kok | – |
| Final | Nov 9 | TBC vs TBC | 1:05 PM | Mong Kok | – |
Hong Kong Sixes 2025 Points Table
Pool A
| Team | M | W | L | T | N/R | PTS | NRR |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Afghanistan | 2 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 4 | 5.500 |
| Nepal | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | -2.833 |
| South Africa | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | -8.167 |
Pool B
| Team | M | W | L | T | N/R | PTS | NRR |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Australia | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 14.833 |
| U.A.E | 2 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 1 | -14.833 |
| England | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0.00 |
Pool C
| Team | M | W | L | T | N/R | PTS | NRR |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Pakistan | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 0.167 |
| India | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0.00 |
| Kuwait | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | -0.167 |
Pool D
| Team | M | W | L | T | N/R | PTS | NRR |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hong Kong | 2 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 3 | 8.652 |
| Bangladesh | 2 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 1 | 0.694 |
| Sri Lanka | 2 | 0 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | -3.497 |
As the action unfolds at Mong Kok, fans can expect fast scoring, plenty of sixes, and thrilling finishes in one of cricket’s most entertaining formats. The Hong Kong Sixes 2025 promises three days of non-stop excitement, skill, and showmanship.
Daily Match Schedule
One of the biggest highlights of the tournament will be the India vs Pakistan clash, set for November 7 at 1:05 PM IST. The Hong Kong Super Sixes 2025 will run from November 7 to 9, featuring the group stage, quarterfinals, semifinals, and the final – all packed into three days of non-stop cricket. Matches will kick off early each morning, starting at 5:45 AM IST, promising fans a full day of action.
Why Hong Kong Sixes 2025 Matters
The Hong Kong Sixes has been a crowd favorite since the 1990s, known for its quick, high-energy matches and festival-like atmosphere. It’s one of the few tournaments that gives associate nations a platform to compete alongside established cricketing powers.
Over the years, it’s become a showcase of innovation, entertainment, and international talent – bringing global cricket stars and fans together in a truly unique format.
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