Looking for Hong Kong Sixes 2026 live streaming in South Africa? The tournament runs from 30 October to 1 November at Tin Kwong Road Recreation Ground, Kowloon, with 12 teams playing six-a-side, six-over cricket.
South Africa open against Oman on Friday, 30 October, at 05:30 SAST, and meet Afghanistan at 09:10 SAST. No South African broadcaster is officially confirmed yet, so here’s what is confirmed, how to convert Hong Kong time, and the smartest ways to follow every ball bowled.
Hong Kong Sixes 2026 at a Glance
Before we get into streaming, here are the basics every fan should have handy.
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Tournament | Hong Kong Sixes 2026 (22nd edition) |
| Organiser | Cricket Hong Kong, China |
| Dates | Friday 30 October to Sunday 1 November 2026 |
| Venue | Tin Kwong Road Recreation Ground, Kowloon, Hong Kong |
| Teams | 12, in four groups of three |
| Format | Six players a side, six overs an innings |
| Defending champions | Pakistan (beat Kuwait in the 2025 final) |
| South Africa’s group | Group D, with Afghanistan and Oman |
| Time difference | Hong Kong is 6 hours ahead of South Africa |
Is Hong Kong Sixes 2026 Live in South Africa?
Here’s the honest answer: as of 26 October 2026, no South African broadcaster or streaming service has been officially named for the tournament. Neither the official tournament website nor the third-party fan sites list a SuperSport, DStv or SABC deal.
What the organisers have confirmed is this:
| Partner | Role | Region |
|---|---|---|
| Sony Sports Network | Official broadcast partner | India |
| FanCode | Official OTT (streaming) partner | India |
| Official Hong Kong Sixes channels | Facebook and Instagram updates | Global |
A couple of things to keep in mind. First, the India deals are licensed by territory, so a FanCode or Sony listing doesn’t mean the stream will work in South Africa. Second, a few fan sites still say FanCode isn’t confirmed, but the official tournament site lists it as the India OTT partner, so treat that older claim with caution.
A streaming service called FloLive (from FloSports) also carries listings for Hong Kong Sixes matches. Availability depends on your country, so check it yourself before relying on it.
How to Follow Hong Kong Sixes 2026 Live from South Africa
Until a local broadcaster is announced, here’s a sensible game plan.
- Check the SuperSport and DStv schedule. SuperSport is South Africa’s home of cricket coverage, with SuperSport Cricket on DStv channel 212. SuperSport has already reported on the Proteas squad for this event, so it’s worth checking listings in the days before 30 October. Don’t assume coverage until it appears on the schedule.
- Follow the official Hong Kong Sixes pages. The tournament’s Facebook and Instagram accounts post updates, and the official website has a fixtures page and a match centre.
- Check FanCode and FloLive for your region. Open the apps and look for the Hong Kong Sixes 2026 page. If the stream isn’t available in South Africa, it won’t play, and you should stick to licensed services rather than workarounds that break the broadcaster’s terms.
- Use live scores as your backup. FanCode, Cricinfo and the official match centre carry scores, so you can follow the Proteas ball by ball even without video.
- Set alarms. With Hong Kong six hours ahead, most matches start in the small hours of the morning in South Africa.
Hong Kong Sixes 2026 Match Times in South Africa (SAST)
South Africa uses SAST (UTC+2) all year, and Hong Kong is on HKT (UTC+8). Subtract six hours from Hong Kong time and you have your local start time.
| Hong Kong time (HKT) | South Africa time (SAST) |
|---|---|
| 08:45 | 02:45 |
| 09:40 | 03:40 |
| 10:35 | 04:35 |
| 11:30 | 05:30 |
| 12:25 | 06:25 |
| 13:20 | 07:20 |
| 14:15 | 08:15 |
| 15:10 | 09:10 |
| 16:05 | 10:05 |
Matches run about 55 minutes apart, so you can dip in and out across the morning.
Proteas at the Hong Kong Sixes 2026: Squad and Fixtures
South Africa return for Hong Kong Sixes 2026 Teams with a seven-man squad led by Jorich van Schalkwyk. The side is coached by South Africa A coach Wandile Gwavu, and three players return from the 2025 edition.
Squad: Jorich van Schalkwyk (captain), Steve Stolk, Abdullah Bayoumy, Ayabulela Gqamane, Alindile Mhletywa, Heath Richards and Blake Simpson.
Last year, van Schalkwyk topped South Africa’s run charts with 122 runs, and Bayoumy was the leading wicket-taker with four scalps.
| Match | Date | Hong Kong time | South Africa time |
|---|---|---|---|
| South Africa v Oman (Match 4, Group D) | Fri 30 October | 11:30 | 05:30 SAST |
| South Africa v Afghanistan (Match 8, Group D) | Fri 30 October | 15:10 | 09:10 SAST |
Where South Africa finish in Group D decides what happens next. Win the group and they play the Cup semi-final against the Group B winners. Finish second and they head to the Plate semi-final against the Group B runners-up. Finish third and it’s the Bowl semi-final against the Group B third-placed side.
Full Hong Kong Sixes 2026 Schedule in SAST
Day one comes from the Hong Kong Sixes 2026 official fixtures page. Days two and three come from third-party schedules, so double-check them on the official site as the tournament approaches.
Friday 30 October: Group Stage
| Match | Group | Teams | HKT | SAST |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | A | Australia v Hong Kong, China | 08:45 | 02:45 |
| 2 | B | Bangladesh v Scotland | 09:40 | 03:40 |
| 3 | C | Pakistan v UAE | 10:35 | 04:35 |
| 4 | D | South Africa v Oman | 11:30 | 05:30 |
| 5 | A | Hong Kong, China v England | 12:25 | 06:25 |
| 6 | B | Bangladesh v Sri Lanka | 13:20 | 07:20 |
| 7 | C | India v Pakistan | 14:15 | 08:15 |
| 8 | D | South Africa v Afghanistan | 15:10 | 09:10 |
| 9 | A | England v Australia | 16:05 | 10:05 |
Saturday 31 October: Group Finish and Semi-Finals
| Match | HKT | SAST |
|---|---|---|
| Oman v Afghanistan (Group D) | 08:45 | 02:45 |
| Scotland v Sri Lanka (Group B) | 09:40 | 03:40 |
| UAE v India (Group C) | 10:35 | 04:35 |
| Bowl semi-final 1 (B3 v D3) | 11:30 | 05:30 |
| Bowl semi-final 2 (A3 v C3) | 12:25 | 06:25 |
| Plate semi-final 1 (B2 v D2) | 13:20 | 07:20 |
| Plate semi-final 2 (A2 v C2) | 14:15 | 08:15 |
| Cup semi-final 1 (A1 v C1) | 15:10 | 09:10 |
| Cup semi-final 2 (B1 v D1) | 16:05 | 10:05 |
Sunday 1 November: Finals Day
| Match | HKT | SAST |
|---|---|---|
| 11th and 12th place play-off | 09:40 | 03:40 |
| 7th and 8th place play-off | 10:35 | 04:35 |
| 3rd and 4th place play-off | 11:30 | 05:30 |
| Bowl final | 13:20 | 07:20 |
| Plate final | 14:15 | 08:15 |
| Cup final | 15:10 | 09:10 |
The official fixtures page counts 25 matches across the three days, while some listings show 24, so expect small differences between sources.
Teams and Groups at Hong Kong Sixes 2026
| Group | Teams |
|---|---|
| Group A | Australia, England, Hong Kong, China |
| Group B | Bangladesh, Scotland, Sri Lanka |
| Group C | India, Pakistan, UAE |
| Group D | South Africa, Afghanistan, Oman |
India and Pakistan are in the same group again. Their clash on Friday 30 October starts at 14:15 HKT, which is 08:15 SAST, a decent time for South African viewers who want to catch the headline game. India are led by Bhuvneshwar Kumar, while Pakistan, the defending champions, are captained by Mohammad Abbas Afridi, according to published squad lists. One tournament report says Kulwant Khejroliya replaces Bhuvneshwar Kumar and Krunal Pandya captains India, so check the latest team news.
How the Format Works: Cup, Plate and Bowl
The Hong Kong Sixes is built for speed.
- Six players a side, six overs an innings.
- Batters retire not out at 50 runs, and every player except the wicketkeeper must bowl an over, according to published tournament rules.
- Group winners go into the Cup semi-finals, runners-up into the Plate, and third-placed teams into the Bowl.
- Every team keeps playing after the group stage, right down to a final placing from 1st to 12th.
Only the Cup final decides the champion.
Hong Kong Sixes History: Pakistan, England and South Africa
The tournament began in 1992 and is sanctioned by the ICC. Pakistan are the most successful side with six titles, including the 2025 win, while England and South Africa have five each. South Africa’s titles came in 1995, 2006, 2009, 2012 and 2017.
That history matters if you’re a Proteas fan, because South Africa are one of the tournament’s great traditional sides, even though this year’s squad is a young, lightly experienced group.
Commentary Team and Presenters
The published commentary panel includes Carlos Brathwaite, Darren Gough, Farveez Maharoof, Aaron Busch and Nikhil Chopra, with Kass Naidoo and Nikki Chaudhuri as presenters. South African viewers will recognise Naidoo, who is also from South Africa.
Tickets and Travel for Fans in Hong Kong
If you’re lucky enough to be in Hong Kong, tickets are on sale through Ticketflap, the official ticketing partner. The tournament site also links to travel packages. Cathay is listed as the official carrier.
Final Thoughts
Hong Kong Sixes 2026 live streaming for South African fans comes down to timing and verification. Matches start at 02:45 SAST, so plan early mornings, and expect Proteas action at 05:30 and 09:10 on Friday, 30 October.
Sony Sports Network and FanCode are confirmed for Indian viewers, while no South African broadcaster is officially named. Always check SuperSport and DStv listings, follow Cricket Hong Kong’s channels, and keep the official fixtures page open until the Cup final on 1 November.
FAQs
No South African broadcaster has been officially confirmed yet. Check SuperSport and DStv listings and the official Hong Kong Sixes channels
Not confirmed at the time of writing. SuperSport has published news about the South African squad, but no broadcast deal has been announced.
South Africa play Oman at 05:30 SAST and Afghanistan at 09:10 SAST on Friday 30 October.
Yes, FanCode is the official OTT partner in India. It may not be available in South Africa.
Sony Sports Network is the confirmed broadcaster for India. No South African channel has been confirmed.
Hong Kong is six hours ahead, so 08:45 HKT is 02:45 SAST.
Pakistan, who beat Kuwait in the final.
Sunday 1 November 2026, with the Cup final scheduled for 15:10 HKT (09:10 SAST).
