This year’s edition promises thrilling action in one of cricket’s most entertaining short formats, with teams from around the world – including Australia, England, South Africa, Sri Lanka and Pakistan – competing in the three-day extravaganza.
Dinesh Karthik to lead India in Hong Kong Sixes 2025
Dinesh Karthik, who retired from the IPL last season, but remains active in the global franchise T20 competitions, expressed his honor and enthusiasm about leading the national side in a tournament that combines fun, flair and fierce competition.
“It is an absolute honor to lead India in the Hong Kong Sixes. This format brings out the best of cricket’s entertainment and skills. We have a well-balanced squad that can adapt quickly to high-intensity conditions,” Karthik said in an official statement.
His leadership and finishing ability will be crucial in leading a team made up of a mix of experienced campaigners and domestic stalwarts, ready to take on some of the biggest names in international sixes cricket.
India drew with Pakistan and Kuwait in Group C
In the group stage, India find themselves in Group C, where they will face arch-rivals Pakistan and Kuwait in what promises to be an exciting series of encounters.
Each match consists of six overs per team, with six players per team on the field. Each bowler delivers one over, except the wicketkeeper and one other bowler, who can bowl two overs each. The top two teams from each group qualify for the quarter-finals, followed by single-match knockouts to determine the champion.
Teams that fail to advance to the main draw for knockout will compete in bowl and plate matches, giving each side valuable competition exposure.
A balanced and experienced Indian team
The Indian team announced for the 2025 Hong Kong Sixes has a perfect blend of experience, skills and versatility.
Besides Karthik, the team consists of former Indian internationals Robin Uthappa And Stuart Binnyboth known for their explosive hitting and adaptability in shorter formats. Abhimanyu Mithun And Shahbaz Nadeem bring bowling depth and control, while Priyank Panchal And Bharat Chipli strengthen the batting lineup with consistency and power-hitting.
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Full India squad for Hong Kong Sixes 2025
Dinesh Karthik (c), Robin Uthappa, Bharat Chipli, Stuart Binny, Abhimanyu Mithun, Shahbaz Nadeem, Priyank Panchal
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