Hong Kong Sixes 2025: Full Schedule, Squads, Format & All You Need To Know

Hong Kong Sixes 2025: Schedule, Squads, and Format

The Hong Kong Sixes returns in 2025 with a refreshed lineup and expanded participation. The fast-paced cricket tournament begins on November 7 and will feature 12 teams competing at the Tin Kwong Road Recreation Ground in Hong Kong. The grand finale is set for November 9.

About the Tournament

The Hong Kong Sixes, first launched in the 1990s, was created to let local fans watch international stars up close. Over the years, it has grown from an exhibition event into a recognized global competition, drawing teams and players from around the world.

"The tournament ran from 1993 to 1997, made a comeback between 2001 and 2012, briefly returned in 2017, and was revived once again in 2024."

Team Groups

Pool A: South Africa, Afghanistan, Nepal
Pool B: Australia, England, UAE
Pool C: India, Pakistan, Kuwait
Pool D: Sri Lanka, Bangladesh, Hong Kong

Format Highlights

Each team will consist of six players.
Matches are played in a fast, high-scoring format designed for maximum excitement.
The top teams from each group advance to the knockout stages, leading to the final on November 9.

Venue

All matches will take place at the Tin Kwong Road Recreation Ground, one of Hong Kong's premier cricket venues.

Author’s Summary

The 2025 Hong Kong Sixes marks a global celebration of short-format cricket, uniting 12 teams in a thrilling three-day spectacle in Hong Kong.

News18 — 2025-11-07