Hong Kong, October 3 (ANI): The Hong Kong Sixes cricket event is getting back from October 30 to November 2 2026 on the Tin Kwong Road Recreation Ground. This 12 months’s occasion options 12 worldwide groups, a robust connection to Indian cricket, and an enormous neighborhood carnival.
The event has as soon as once more acquired the official ‘M’ Mark Status from Hong Kong’s Major Sports Events Committee, which recognises top-tier worldwide sporting occasions held within the metropolis, as per a press launch.Â
*Key Highlights & Teams
-12 International Teams: Australia, England, Hong Kong China, Sri Lanka, Bangladesh, Scotland, India, Pakistan, UAE, South Africa, Afghanistan, and Oman.
-Defending Champions: Pakistan will purpose to win their seventh Hong Kong Sixes title.
-Home Favorites: The Hong Kong males’s squad will function gamers from the current Asian Games. After profitable the Plate Championship in 2025, they’re aiming for the primary Cup title this 12 months.
-Indian Broadcast Partner: The occasion will likely be broadcast in India through Sony Sports Network.
-Commercial Partner: JSW Sports
*Tournament Groups & Rules
The 4 Pools:
-Pool A: Australia, England, Hong Kong China-Pool B: Sri Lanka, Bangladesh, Scotland-Pool C: India, Pakistan, UAE-Pool D: South Africa, Afghanistan, Oman
*How the Tournament Works:
Cup Semi-Finals: Pool winners advance to compete for the primary championship.Plate Semi-Finals: Second-placed groups play for the Plate title.Bowl Competition: Third-placed groups compete within the Bowl competitors.
*Match Format:
6 Players per Team | 6 Overs per InningsBowlers usually bowl one over every, however one designated bowler (excluding the wicketkeeper) is allowed to bowl two overs.
The format is extraordinarily fast-paced, specializing in aggressive batting and fast scoring.Community & Fan Experiences
Community Fan Park: Features meals, music, household actions, and interactive video games alongside the cricket.
Jockey Club Community Sixes Programme: Funded by The Hong Kong Jockey Club Charities Trust, this initiative brings cricket to varsities, affords masterclasses with skilled coaches, and helps underprivileged teams and individuals with disabilities watch and be taught the sport stay.Cricket Sixes Community Zone: A free-to-enter interactive zone the place newcomers can check out cricket actions.
Divyanshu Singh, CEO, JSW Sports, mentioned, ‘The Hong Kong Sixes marks JSW Sports’ first step into worldwide sporting properties, and we could not have requested for a greater one to start with. It’s a event with a 34-year legacy and a particular place within the hearts of Indian cricket followers. Broadcast stay to audiences worldwide, the Sixes is a really international advertising platform. Together with Cricket Hong Kong, China, we wish to deliver heritage, world-class cricket and a format constructed for leisure to new audiences, and assist form the Sixes into one of the thrilling occasions on the worldwide cricket calendar.”
Burji Shroff, Chairperson, Cricket Hong Kong, China, mentioned, ‘The Hong Kong Sixes usually are not only a celebration of cricket; they’re a celebration of our neighborhood, our shared ardour for the game, and of Hong Kong itself.’
Wilfred Ng Sau-kei, GBS, MH, JP, Chairperson of the Major Sports Events Committee (MSEC) in Hong Kong, mentioned, ‘Following the success of the Hong Kong Cricket Sixes final 12 months, we’re delighted to help the occasion as soon as once more. The event helps improve Hong Kong’s international standing as a significant sporting vacation spot whereas fostering sporting tradition and neighborhood satisfaction. Events like this generate sports activities tourism and financial advantages for our metropolis.’
Anuraag Bhatnagar, Director of Marketing and Commercial, Cricket Hong Kong, China, mentioned, ‘With cricketing legends and rising stars collaborating from around the globe, the extent of expertise on show will likely be distinctive. We count on the standard of cricket and pleasure to achieve new heights. With Sony Sports as our broadcast companion, we anticipate a robust tv and digital viewers. This shouldn’t be solely a significant cricket occasion but in addition an excellent alternative to showcase Hong Kong to the world.’ (ANI)