Tournament: Hong Kong International Sixes 2025
Match: Bowl Match 5
Date: Sunday, November 9, 2025
Time: 12:15 AM GMT / 8:15 AM Local Time
Venue: Mission Road Ground (Tin Kwong Road Recreation Ground), Mong Kok, Hong Kong
Format: Six-a-side, 6 overs per innings
Live Streaming: Sony Sports Network, SonyLiv, FanCode
Toss: Not yet announced
Tournament Context
Both Nepal and United Arab Emirates finished third in their groups and are now competing in the Bowl category. Nepal was drawn in Pool A alongside Afghanistan and South Africa, while UAE competed in Pool B with Australia and England.
Nepal showed their power in the Bowl stage, defeating India by 92 runs with a massive total of 137/0 in six overs. Meanwhile, UAE also stunned India earlier, with Khalid Shah smashing 50 off 14 balls to secure a four-wicket win while chasing 108.
Expected Playing XIs
Nepal (Likely XI)
Source: Cricket Association of Nepal squad announcement via The Tribune
- Sharad Vesawkar (c) – Middle-order batter (Final tournament appearance)
- Sundeep Jora (wk) – Opening batter
- Lokesh Bam – Middle-order batter/wicketkeeper
- Rashid Khan – All-rounder
- Mohammad Aadil Alam – Bowler
- Basir Ahamad – Middle-order batter
- Rupesh Singh – Bowler
UAE (Likely XI)
Source: Inside Sport India squad announcement
- Khalid Shah (wk) – Opening batter
- Muhammad Arfan – Bowler
- Muhammad Farooq – All-rounder
- Nilansh Keswani – All-rounder
- Zahid Ali – Bowler
- Muhammad Saghir Khan – Bowler
Note: The UAE squad is led by Harshit Kaushik as captain, though the exact playing XI for this Bowl match has not been officially confirmed.
Players to Watch
| Team | Batter to Watch | Bowler to Watch |
|---|---|---|
| Nepal | Sundeep Jora – The 24-year-old right-handed batter will lead Nepal’s batting charge and has scored 53 runs in the tournament | Rashid Khan – Scored 55 off 17 balls and took 3/7 with the ball against India, showing incredible all-round form |
| UAE | Khalid Shah – Hit a blistering 50 off 14 balls against India in the Bowl stage | Muhammad Arfan – Experienced bowler who can contain batters in the six-over format |
What to Expect
This Bowl Match 5 brings together two teams who have shown strong form in the Bowl category. The Hong Kong Sixes format features six-a-side cricket with six overs per innings, where every fielder except the wicketkeeper bowls an over, with one player allowed to bowl a second. Batters must retire not out at 50 runs but can return if all other wickets fall.
The pitch at Mission Road Ground has produced high-scoring games throughout the tournament. Rain affected some matches on November 7, but November 9 is expected to see clear conditions for this morning clash.
Nepal’s Rashid Khan has been in exceptional form, combining explosive batting with wicket-taking ability. His recent performance against India shows he’s peaking at the right time. For UAE, Khalid Shah’s aggressive approach at the top of the order makes them dangerous in this short format.
Match Prediction
Both teams come into this match with confidence after beating India in Bowl matches. Nepal holds a slight edge due to Rashid Khan’s all-round brilliance and their recent 137-run total showing their batting firepower. However, UAE’s ability to chase under pressure, demonstrated against India, makes this a closely-fought contest.
Predicted Winner: Nepal by a narrow margin, thanks to their balanced attack and in-form players.
How to Watch
- TV: Sony Sports Network (India)
- Online Streaming: SonyLiv, FanCode, Cricket Hong Kong YouTube channel
- Time: 8:15 AM local time in Hong Kong (12:15 AM GMT)
Match Status: This preview is based on squad announcements from official sources including the Cricket Association of Nepal and tournament organizers. Playing XIs will be confirmed at the toss.