Afghanistan win maiden Hong Kong Sixes 2026 title
Afghanistan defeated Australia by four wickets in the Cup Division final to secure their first title at the tournament.
Afghanistan won their first Hong Kong Sixes title by defeating Australia by four wickets in the Cup Division final, according to The Tribune. Imran Mir scored an unbeaten 53 off 14 balls, while Farmanullah Safi provided late fireworks to power the victory.
In the Bowl Division, South Africa secured the title following a 12-ball half-century by Blake Simpson. In the Cup Division, Scotland finished in third place after defeating UAE by 46 runs, scoring 135/1 in six overs.
In the Bowl Division Playoff, Team India achieved a five-wicket victory over Bangladesh on the final ball of the match. Chasing a target of 117, India's Shashank Singh scored 50 off 15 deliveries, while Rahul Tewatia and Nitish Rana guided the team to the win.
The Plate Division Playoff saw Hong Kong, China edge Sri Lanka by one run. The hosts posted 119 runs in six overs, after openers Babar Hayat and Anshuman Rath shared an 85-run opening stand.
In a women's exhibition match, Hong Kong, China Women defeated China Women Stars by 25 runs. Natasha Miles top-scored with an unbeaten 34 off 25 deliveries to help her side reach 67/3.