Hong Kong Sixes Cricket Tournament
India vs Pakistan: Rain-affected Pool C Match
Former India cricketer Robin Uthappa and Bharat Chipli delivered powerful performances as India edged out Pakistan by two runs using the DLS method in a rain-hit Pool C match of the Hong Kong Sixes on Friday.
- Uthappa scored a quick 28 runs off 11 balls.
- Chipli contributed 24 runs off 13 balls.
- India finished with 86/4 in six overs.
Pakistan started their chase strongly, reaching 41/1 after three overs before rain stopped play. When the match was called off, the DLS method determined Pakistan fell two runs short of the adjusted target. Stuart Binny's economical bowling, conceding just seven runs and taking a key wicket, was critical to India's victory.
Pool B: Australia vs UAE
Australia achieved a dominant 10-wicket victory over the UAE, chasing down a target of 88 in just three overs.
- Jack Wood led with a blistering 55 runs off 11 balls.
- Nick Hobson remained unbeaten on 26 runs off 5 balls.
Pool A: Afghanistan vs South Africa
Afghanistan maintained their strong tournament form, securing a convincing 49-run win against South Africa for their second victory.
- Captain Gulbadin Naib hit a rapid 50 runs off 12 balls.
- Karim Janat added an explosive 46 runs off 11 balls.
- Afghanistan posted 148/2 in six overs.
South Africa responded with 99/2, falling well short of the target.
Stuart Binny’s economical spell, where he conceded seven runs and took a wicket, proved to be the difference.
Summary: The Hong Kong Sixes featured thrilling rain-affected and high-scoring matches, with India narrowly beating Pakistan through the DLS method, while Australia and Afghanistan secured commanding wins in their pools.