Hong Kong Sixes 2025: All you need to know – Format, groups, venues, schedule, live streaming info

Hong Kong Sixes 2025: Key Information

Overview

Hong Kong Sixes 2025 begins on November 7 with 12 teams competing in this fast-paced, six-player cricket tournament. Originating in the 1990s, the event was created to showcase international cricket stars to Hong Kong's fans despite the city being only an ICC Associate Member.

History

The Hong Kong Sixes ran annually from 1993 to 1997, resumed between 2001 and 2012, had a brief comeback in 2017, and was relaunched in 2024 as a regular international event with cricket boards encouraging player participation.

Format and Venue

The group stage features a single round-robin format.
The top two teams from each pool advance to quarterfinals.
The knockout stage consists of single-elimination matches.
Teams not qualifying for the main knockout compete in bowl and plate fixtures to finalize rankings.
All matches will be held at Tin Kwong Road Recreation Ground in Hong Kong.

Team India

Dinesh Karthik will captain the Indian team at the tournament, which will miss Ravichandran Ashwin due to injury.

Watching Live

The Hong Kong Sixes 2025 will be broadcast live on Sony Sports Network and SonyLiv.

"Dinesh Karthik will lead India in the Hong Kong Sixes 2025, with the team set to miss Ravichandran Ashwin, who has been ruled out due to injury." – Photo Credit: AP

Summary: Hong Kong Sixes 2025 features 12 teams competing in a fast, six-player cricket format at Tin Kwong Road, blending round-robin and knockout play, with India led by Dinesh Karthik and live coverage on Sony channels.

Sportstar — 2025-11-06