Tournament: Hong Kong International Sixes 2025
Match: Pool D – Hong Kong vs Bangladesh
Date: Thursday, November 7, 2025
Time: 5:15 AM local time (12:15 AM IST)
Venue: Tin Kwong Road Recreation Ground, Mong Kok, Hong Kong
Format: Six-a-side, 6 overs per innings
Tournament Overview
The Hong Kong Sixes 2025 runs from November 7-9 at Tin Kwong Road Recreation Ground, bringing back the exciting six-a-side format that cricket fans love. Bangladesh and Hong Kong are placed in Pool D alongside defending champions Sri Lanka.
This fast-paced tournament features unique rules where each team has six players, and every fielder except the wicketkeeper must bowl one over. Batters retire at 50 runs but can return if wickets fall.
Confirmed Playing XIs
Hong Kong (confirmed squad)
Hong Kong’s seven-player squad includes Yasim Murtaza as captain, Babar Hayat, Anshuman Rath, Aizaz Khan, Nizakat Khan, Ehsan Khan, and Nasrulla Rana.
Likely Playing XI:
- Yasim Murtaza (c)
- Babar Hayat (wk)
- Nizakat Khan
- Anshy Rath
- Aizaz Khan
- Ehsan Khan
Source: Inside Sport India, Cricket Hong Kong
Bangladesh (confirmed squad)
Bangladesh’s seven-player squad features Akbar Ali as captain, Abu Hider Rony, Jishan Alam, Mohammad Saifuddin, Mosaddek Hossain, Rakibul Hasan, and Tofael Ahmed.
Likely Playing XI:
- Akbar Ali (c/wk)
- Mosaddek Hossain
- Mohammad Saifuddin
- Jishan Alam
- Rakibul Hasan
- Abu Hider
Source: Inside Sport India
Players to Watch
Key Batters
| Player | Team | Recent Form | Strike Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| Nizakat Khan | Hong Kong | 157 runs in 2 matches | 128.68 |
| Mohammad Saifuddin | Bangladesh | 156 runs in 4 matches | 312.00 |
| Jishan Alam | Bangladesh | 152 runs in 4 matches | 286.79 |
| Babar Hayat | Hong Kong | Experienced campaigner | Power-hitter |
Key Bowlers
| Player | Team | Recent Performance | Economy |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jishan Alam | Bangladesh | 6 wickets in 3 matches | 7.33 |
| Mohammad Saifuddin | Bangladesh | 3 wickets in 4 matches | 15.82 |
| Ehsan Khan | Hong Kong | Spin specialist | Experienced |
Source: ESPNcricinfo recent Sixes statistics
Venue & Weather Conditions
Tin Kwong Road Recreation Ground in Mong Kok hosts this Pool D clash. Weather on November 7 in Hong Kong shows temperatures around 25.4°C with pleasant conditions.
The six-over format favors aggressive batting, and teams typically look to chase in evening conditions when dew might play a factor.
Head-to-Head Context
Bangladesh reached the semifinals in the 2024 Hong Kong Sixes under U19 World Cup-winning captain Akbar Ali’s leadership. Hong Kong will look to upset their more experienced neighbors in this Pool D opener.
Both teams bring international experience, with Bangladesh fielding several players who’ve represented their country in full internationals.
Match Prediction
Bangladesh enters as favorites with their balanced squad featuring genuine all-rounders like Mohammad Saifuddin and Jishan Alam, who can both bat and bowl effectively. Saifuddin’s strike rate of 312 in recent Sixes matches makes him a dangerous power-hitter.
Hong Kong has home advantage and experienced campaigners like Babar Hayat and Nizakat Khan. Their knowledge of local conditions could help them challenge Bangladesh.
Predicted Winner: Bangladesh (60-40)
Key Factor: Bangladesh’s all-round depth with players like Saifuddin and Jishan Alam gives them the edge in this fast-paced format.
What to Expect
Expect fireworks in this six-over encounter! The short format means every ball counts, and both teams will come out swinging. Bangladesh’s recent Sixes experience gives them confidence, but Hong Kong’s home crowd support could inspire an upset.
Watch for Saifuddin’s explosive batting and Jishan Alam’s crafty bowling for Bangladesh, while Hong Kong will rely on Nizakat Khan’s consistency and Babar Hayat’s big-hitting ability.
This Pool D match sets the tone for both teams’ tournament campaigns, making it a must-win encounter.