Hong Kong Sixes 2025 Schedule, Fixtures & Format

The Hong Kong Sixes 2025 is set to light up Mong Kok with its high-octane six-a-side cricket. From November 7 to 9, the Mong Kok area of Kowloon will host the 21st edition of this thrilling international tournament. Featuring 12 teams from around the world, the event promises three days of quick-fire contests, non-stop boundaries, and a format designed purely for entertainment.

This year, fans can look forward to a complete Hong Kong Sixes 2025 schedule packed with morning-to-afternoon clashes, all played in rapid succession. Below is the full breakdown of match days, fixtures, and the tournament format.

Hong Kong Sixes 2025 Venues

All matches will be played at the Mong Kok, Hong Kong. Known for its compact size and electric atmosphere, this Hong Kong Sixes stadium is perfect for a format that thrives on speed and aggression. The ground’s quick outfield and short boundaries ensure that every game produces fireworks.

The Mission Road Ground, often referred to as the Hong Kong Sixes ground, has hosted several past editions and remains the spiritual home of the competition. Its location allows thousands of fans to pack in close to the action, creating a lively, almost festival-like environment. 

Tournament Overview

The Hong Kong Sixes is organised by Cricket Hong Kong and sanctioned by the International Cricket Council (ICC). It first began in 1992 and made a popular return in 2024 after a seven-year gap. Sri Lanka, which won the last edition, will arrive as defending champions after defeating Pakistan in the 2024 final. 

This 2025 edition introduces a mix of established and emerging cricket nations, grouped into four pools: 

Pool	Teams
A	Afghanistan, Nepal, South Africa
B	Australia, England, United Arab Emirates
C	India, Kuwait, Pakistan
D	Bangladesh, Hong Kong, Sri Lanka

The pool structure ensures a balanced draw and guarantees that every team plays at least two group-stage matches before progressing to either the Cup, Plate, or Bowl rounds.

Hong Kong Sixes 2025 Match Format

The tournament follows a simple but action-packed format that defines its identity. Each game lasts just six overs per side, keeping fans hooked from start to finish.

Here’s how it works:

• Each team fields six players.
• Each bowler delivers one over, except for one who may bowl two overs (non-consecutively).
• Batters retire once they reach 50 runs but can return if the side loses more wickets.
• If five wickets fall before six overs are completed, the last batter continues with a runner.
• Every wide or no-ball adds an extra run and an additional ball, but no free hit.

This unique structure makes the Sixes fast, unpredictable, and viewer-friendly. A single over can flip the entire match, giving it the feel of cricket in fast-forward.

Hong Kong Sixes 2025 Schedule Overview

The Hong Kong Sixes 2025 timetable covers three consecutive days of matches from Friday, November 7 to Sunday, November 9.

Each day begins early morning in Pakistan Standard Time (PKT) and features continuous games through the afternoon.

Below is the complete Hong Kong Sixes match list. 

Day 1 – Friday, November 7, 2025 (Pool Stage Matches)

Pool	Match	Time (PKT)
D	Bangladesh vs Hong Kong, China	05:15 AM – 06:10 AM
B	England vs UAE	06:10 AM – 07:05 AM
C	Pakistan vs Kuwait	07:05 AM – 08:00 AM
A	Afghanistan vs Nepal	08:00 AM – 08:55 AM
D	Sri Lanka vs Hong Kong, China	08:55 AM – 09:50 AM
B	Australia vs UAE	09:50 AM – 10:45 AM
A	South Africa vs Afghanistan	10:45 AM – 11:40 AM
D	Sri Lanka vs Bangladesh	11:40 AM – 12:35 PM
C	India vs Pakistan	12:35 PM – 01:30 PM
B	England vs Australia	01:30 PM – 02:25 PM

The opening day features major group contests, including a high-stakes India vs Pakistan match that will draw global attention. Fans can expect a flurry of sixes as teams try to establish early dominance.

Day 2 – Saturday, November 8, 2025 (Group Matches and Quarterfinals)

Match Type	Teams	Time (PKT)
Pool A	South Africa vs Nepal	05:15 AM – 06:10 AM
Pool C	India vs Kuwait	06:10 AM – 07:05 AM
Bowl Match 1	A3 vs D3	07:05 AM – 08:00 AM
Bowl Match 2	B3 vs C3	08:00 AM – 08:55 AM
Quarterfinal 1	B1 vs D2	08:55 AM – 09:50 AM
Quarterfinal 2	A1 vs C2	09:50 AM – 10:45 AM
Bowl Match 3	A3 vs C3	10:45 AM – 11:40 AM
Bowl Match 4	B3 vs D3	11:40 AM – 12:35 PM
Quarterfinal 3	D1 vs B2	12:35 PM – 01:30 PM
Quarterfinal 4	C1 vs A2	01:30 PM – 02:25 PM

The second day introduces the knockout phase with Cup quarterfinals and Bowl league matches. This stage decides who advances toward the championship and who competes for secondary honors in the Plate and Bowl brackets.

Day 3 – Sunday, November 9, 2025 (Finals Day)

Match Type	Teams	Time (PKT)
Bowl Match 5	A3 vs B3	05:15 AM – 06:10 AM
Plate Semifinal 1	LQ1 vs LQ2	06:10 AM – 07:05 AM
Plate Semifinal 2	LQ3 vs LQ4	07:05 AM – 08:00 AM
Bowl Match 6	C3 vs D3	08:00 AM – 08:55 AM
Cup Semifinal 1	WQ1 vs WQ2	08:55 AM – 09:50 AM
Cup Semifinal 2	WQ3 vs WQ4	09:50 AM – 10:45 AM
Bowl Final	TBA vs TBA	10:45 AM – 11:40 AM
Plate Final	WM22 vs WM23	11:40 AM – 12:35 PM
Cup Final	WM25 vs WM26	12:35 PM – 01:30 PM

The final day brings the semifinals and three finals Bowl, Plate, and the Cup Final where the 2025 champions will be crowned. With quick matches and back-to-back games, viewers can expect pure cricketing chaos in the best possible way.

How the Format Works

The structure ensures that all teams remain active until the final day, creating equal opportunity for every nation involved.

• Cup Finals: The top two teams from each group progress to the Cup quarterfinals. Winners move to semifinals, while losing sides fall into the Plate semifinals.
• Plate Finals: The Plate semifinals feature the losing Cup quarterfinalists. Winners contest the Plate Final for third-tier honors.
• Bowl League Finals: All third-placed group teams compete in a mini-league format, with the top two meeting in the Bowl Final.

This design means there’s no elimination after the group stage. Every team continues playing throughout the event, which keeps both fans and players engaged until the final whistle.

What Makes the Hong Kong Sixes Different

Unlike traditional formats, the Sixes is built for intensity. Matches rarely exceed 45 minutes, and every over carries pressure. One misjudged stroke or one brilliant over can decide a result.

The small ground dimensions at the Mission Road Ground add even more drama. High-scoring games are common, and sixes often land in the stands or outside the boundary fences. 

Each contest becomes a test of instinct rather than strategy. Batters attack from ball one, bowlers mix pace and length, and fielders stay sharp because there’s no room for error.

Participating Teams and Squads In Hong Kong Super Sixes 2025

Pool A (Afghanistan, Nepal, South Africa)

Afghanistan: Gulbadin Naib (c), Noor Rehman (wk), Karim Janat, Sharafuddin Ashraf, Farmanullah, Ijaz Ahmad Ahmadzai, Sediqullah Pacha

Nepal: Sharad Veswakar (c), Sundeep Jora, Lokesh Bam (wk), Rupesh Kumar Singh, Mohammad Adil Alam, Rashid Khan, Basir Ahamad

South Africa: Jordan Morris (c), Abdullah Bayoumy (wk), Ethan Cunningham, Mbulelo Dube, Kashief Joseph, Blake Simpson, Jorich van Schalkwyk

Pool B  (Australia, England, United Arab Emirates)

Australia: Alex Ross (c), Ben McDermott (wk), Jack Wood, Nick Hobson, Chris Green, Will Bosisto, Andrew Tye

England: Joe Denly (c), James Coles, Ethan Brookes, Toby Albert, George Hill, Dan Mousley, Tom Aspinwall

United Arab Emirates: Harshit Kaushik (c), Khalid Shah, Mohammad Arfan, Muhammad Farooq, Saghir Khan, Nilansh Keswani, Rejith Arjunan, Zahid Ali

Pool C (India, Kuwait, Pakistan) 

India: Dinesh Karthik (c) (wk), Ravichandran Ashwin, Stuart Binny, Bharat Chipli, Abhimanyu Mithun, Shahbaz Nadeem, Priyank Panchal

Kuwait: Yasin Patel (c), Meet Bhavsar, Usman Gani (wk), Ravija Sandaruwan, Mohamed Shafeeq, Bilal Tahir, Adnan Idrees

Pakistan: Abbas Afridi (c), Abdul Samad, Khawaja Mohammad Nafay, Maaz Sadaqat, Mohammad Shahzad, Saad Masood, Shahid Aziz

Pool D (Bangladesh, Hong Kong, Sri Lanka)

Bangladesh: Akbar Ali (c), Abu Hider, Mohammad Saifuddin, Rakibul Hasan, Tofail Ahmed Rayhan, Mosaddek Hossain, Jishan Alam

Hong Kong: Yasim Murtaza (c), Babar Hayat, Anshuman Rath (wk), Aizaz Khan, Nizakat Khan, Ehsan Khan, Nasrulla Rana

Sri Lanka: Lahiru Madushanka (c), Dhananjaya Lakshan, Thanuka Dabare, Nimesh Vimukthi, Lahiru Samarakoon, Tharindu Rathnayake, Sachitha Jayathilake, Movin Subasingha (Stand-by)

Summary of Key Details

Category	Details
Tournament Name	Hong Kong Sixes 2025
Edition	21st
Dates	7 – 9 November 2025
Teams	12 nations
Venue	Mission Road Ground, Mong Kok, Hong Kong
Format	Six-a-side matches, six overs per innings
Defending Champions	Sri Lanka

This quick reference table gives a snapshot of everything fans need to know about the event’s structure and schedule.

Final Word

The Hong Kong Sixes 2025 schedule brings together cricket’s most explosive format and a packed lineup of international stars. Over just three days, twelve nations will battle it out across Cup, Plate, and Bowl divisions at the Mission Road Ground.

Fast games, fierce hitting, and a thrilling structure, that’s what defines the Sixes. Whether you’re following your team’s match fixtures or watching the Cup Final, this tournament is built to deliver pure entertainment from the first ball to the last.