The Tin Kwong Road Recreation Ground in Hong Kong will host the thrilling 2025 Hong Kong Sixes, a six-a-side cricket competition, from November 7 to 9. The tournament made a comeback last year after a gap of 7 years.
This year, the 21st edition of the tournament will be played with 12 teams participating over three days. Following its debut in 1992, the Hong Kong Sixes swiftly rose to fame among enthusiasts.
The basic yet exciting idea is that six-a-side teams compete in matches that last only five overs each. One bowler is given two overs, while every other bowler (except for the wicketkeeper) delivers one. The format promises a rush of results in a matter of minutes.
Legends like Shane Warne, Sanath Jayasuriya, MS Dhoni, and Sachin Tendulkar have blazed the competition with their skills throughout the years. India has won the trophy once, while Pakistan, South Africa, and England have dominated the past five times each.
Last year, Sri Lanka won the tournament. Bangladesh, England, India, Pakistan, South Africa, Sri Lanka, Hong Kong, China, the United Arab Emirates, Nepal, Afghanistan, Kuwait, and Bangladesh are among the teams taking part. With six overs each side, the competition has a special format that emphasizes quick play and aggressive batting.
Tournament Format of Hong Kong Sixes 2025
Each team plays its group opponents once during the group stage of this tournament type. The top two teams from each group will go straight to the quarterfinals at the conclusion of this stage. Teams that place third in their group, however, are not promoted to the following round. Rather, they will participate in the Bowl competition, which will provide them with more chances to play in the Bowl final.
The quarterfinal winners advance to the semifinals. Conversely, the quarterfinal losing teams are also not eliminated. They’ll compete in the Plate semifinals. The final will conclude this 6-over competition. The winners of the semifinals will face each other in the inaugural final. Both the bowl league final and the plate final will take place.
Participating Teams in Hong Kong Sixes 2025
This thrilling event has twelve amazing teams prepared to play. Dinesh Karthik, the seasoned batsman-wicketkeeper, will captain India. In addition to him, Ravichandran Ashwin will participate in this event for the first time since his announcement of IPL retirement.
- Pool A: South Africa, Afghanistan, and Nepal
- Pool B: Australia, England, and UAE
- Pool C: India, Pakistan, and Kuwait
- Pool D: Sri Lanka, Bangladesh, and Hong Kong, China
Schedule of Hong Kong Sixes 2025
In a six-a-side format, twelve international teams will compete over the course of three days (6 overs per innings). The competition will start with round-robin group matches and proceed to quarterfinals, semifinals, and finals, which are knockout stages. The last game is planned for the last day, close to closing time.
| Date | Match | Match Details | Time (Local Time) | Venue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 7 Nov 2025 | Match 1 | Bangladesh vs Hong Kong China | 08:15 to 09:10 | Tin Kwong Road Recreation Ground |
| 7 Nov 2025 | Match 2 | England vs UAE | 09:10 to 10:05 | Tin Kwong Road Recreation Ground |
| 7 Nov 2025 | Match 3 | Pakistan vs Kuwait | 10:05 to 11:00 | Tin Kwong Road Recreation Ground |
| 7 Nov 2025 | Match 4 | Afghanistan vs Nepal | 11:00 to 11:55 | Tin Kwong Road Recreation Ground |
| 7 Nov 2025 | Match 5 | Sri Lanka vs Hong Kong China | 11:55 to 12:50 | Tin Kwong Road Recreation Ground |
| 7 Nov 2025 | Match 6 | Australia vs UAE | 12:50 to 01:45 | Tin Kwong Road Recreation Ground |
| 7 Nov 2025 | Match 7 | South Africa vs Afghanistan | 01:45 to 02:40 | Tin Kwong Road Recreation Ground |
| 7 Nov 2025 | Match 8 | Sri Lanka vs Bangladesh | 02:40 to 03:35 | Tin Kwong Road Recreation Ground |
| 7 Nov 2025 | Match 9 | India vs Pakistan | 03:35 to 04:30 | Tin Kwong Road Recreation Ground |
| 7 Nov 2025 | Match 10 | England vs Australia | 04:35 to 5:25 | Tin Kwong Road Recreation Ground |
| 8 Nov 2025 | Match 11 | South Africa vs Nepal | 08:15 to 09:10 | Tin Kwong Road Recreation Ground |
| 8 Nov 2025 | Match 12 | India vs Kuwait | 09:10 to 10:05 | Tin Kwong Road Recreation Ground |
| 8 Nov 2025 | Match 13 | A3 vs D3 (Bowl M1) | 10:05 to 11:00 | Tin Kwong Road Recreation Ground |
| 8 Nov 2025 | Match 14 | B3 vs C3 (Bowl M2) | 11:00 to 11:55 | Tin Kwong Road Recreation Ground |
| 8 Nov 2025 | Quarter Final 1 | B1 vs D2 | 11:55 to 12:50 | Tin Kwong Road Recreation Ground |
| 8 Nov 2025 | Quarter Final 2 | A1 vs C2 | 12:50 to 01:45 | Tin Kwong Road Recreation Ground |
| 8 Nov 2025 | Match 17 | A3 vs C3 (Bowl M3) | 01:45 to 02:40 | Tin Kwong Road Recreation Ground |
| 8 Nov 2025 | Match 18 | B3 vs D3 (Bowl M4) | 02:40 to 03:35 | Tin Kwong Road Recreation Ground |
| 8 Nov 2025 | Quarter Final 3 | D1 vs B2 | 03:35 to 04:30 | Tin Kwong Road Recreation Ground |
| 8 Nov 2025 | Quarter Final 4 | C1 vs A2 | 04:35 to 5:25 | Tin Kwong Road Recreation Ground |
| 9 Nov 2025 | Match 21 | A3 vs B3 (Bowl M5) | 08:15 to 09:10 | Tin Kwong Road Recreation Ground |
| 9 Nov 2025 | Plate Semi-final 1 | Loser QF1 vs Loser QF2 | 09:10 to 10:05 | Tin Kwong Road Recreation Ground |
| 9 Nov 2025 | Plate Semi-final 2 | Loser QF 3 vs Loser QF 4 | 10:05 to 11:00 | Tin Kwong Road Recreation Ground |
| 9 Nov 2025 | Match 24 | C3 vs D3 (Bowl M6) | 11:00 to 11:55 | Tin Kwong Road Recreation Ground |
| 9 Nov 2025 | Cup Semi-final 1 | Winner QF 1 vs Winner QF 2 | 11:55 to 12:50 | Tin Kwong Road Recreation Ground |
| 9 Nov 2025 | Cup Semi-final 2 | Winner QF 3 vs Winner QF 4 | 12:50 to 01:45 | Tin Kwong Road Recreation Ground |
| 9 Nov 2025 | Bowl Final | TBA vs TBA | 01:45 to 02:40 | Tin Kwong Road Recreation Ground |
| 9 Nov 2025 | Plate Final | TBA vs TBA | 02:40 to 03:35 | Tin Kwong Road Recreation Ground |
| 9 Nov 2025 | Cup Fina | TBA vs TBA | 03:35 to 04:30 | Tin Kwong Road Recreation Ground |
Where to watch Hong Kong Sixes 2025
Sony Sports Network will broadcast live coverage of the Hong Kong Sixes 2025 in India and the subcontinent, while SonyLIV will provide online streaming. Cricket Hong Kong’s official YouTube channel also offers live coverage and highlights to fans worldwide. Due to its fast-paced structure and multinational involvement, the competition will be televised and streamed online worldwide.
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Conclusion: Thrills Await at the Hong Kong Sixes 2025
From November 7–9, 2025, the Hong Kong Sixes 2025 will feature competitive and entertaining cricket. Dinesh Karthik is leading the Indian squad, which adds even more excitement. Hong Kong offers fans three days of nonstop action with short 45-minute matches and exciting standards.
This competition is sure to be thrilling, unpredictable, and fast-paced, regardless of your level of cricket expertise. Legendary players, six-a-side teams, and 5-over matches combine to make this a very unique occasion.
