Australia delivered a crushing performance against the United Arab Emirates in Pool B at Mong Kok on November 7, 2025, chasing down 88 runs without losing a wicket in just 3 overs. Jack Wood led the demolition with a stunning half-century, while UAE’s competitive total of 87/3 proved nowhere near enough against Australia’s explosive batting display. The win strengthens Australia’s position in the Hong Kong International Sixes tournament.
Source: ESPNcricinfo – Full Scorecard
Match Scorecard
| Team | Score | Overs | Wickets | Result |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| United Arab Emirates | 87/3 | 6.0 | 3 | Lost by 10 wickets |
| Australia | 88/0 | 3.0 | 0 | Won by 10 wickets |
Target: 88 runs from 6 overs
Run Rate: UAE 14.50 | Australia 29.33
Top Performers
| Player | Team | Role | Performance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jack Wood | Australia | Batsman | 55 runs off 11 balls (3 fours, 7 sixes, SR: 500.00) |
| Muhammad Arfan | UAE | Batsman | 28 not out off 14 balls (3 fours, 2 sixes) |
| Nick Hobson | Australia | Batsman | 26 not out off 5 balls (2 fours, 3 sixes, SR: 520.00) |
| Chris Green | Australia | Bowler | 2 wickets for 19 runs in 1 over |
| Saghir Khan | UAE | Batsman | 24 runs off 6 balls (4 sixes, SR: 400.00) |
Source: ESPNcricinfo scorecard data
Key Moments
- Chris Green struck twice early, removing Khalid Shah (17/1) and Saghir Khan (36/2) in his single over
- Jack Wood retired hurt after smashing 55 off just 11 balls with a strike rate of 500
- UAE’s Muhammad Arfan and Zahid Ali added an unbeaten 29-run partnership for the fourth wicket
- Ben McDermott and Nick Hobson finished the chase in style, adding 33 runs in no time
- Australia scored at nearly double UAE’s run rate (29.33 vs 14.50)
- The chase was completed in just 3 overs, with 3 overs to spare
Match Analysis
The Sixes format demands explosive batting, and Australia showed exactly how it should be done. While UAE posted a decent total with contributions from Saghir Khan and Muhammad Arfan, their bowling attack had no answers to Australia’s power-hitting.
Jack Wood’s innings was the highlight of the match. His seven sixes in just 11 balls set the tone for the chase. Even after Wood retired hurt, there was no let-up as Nick Hobson continued the onslaught with a strike rate exceeding 500.
Chris Green’s economical bowling in the first innings kept UAE in check. His two wickets in one over broke the back of UAE’s top order, preventing them from posting an even bigger total.
For UAE, the loss exposes their bowling weaknesses in the ultra-short format. Despite some bright batting moments, they lacked the firepower to defend any total against a ruthless Australian lineup.
What’s Next?
Australia will look to carry this momentum into their next Pool B fixture, aiming to secure a spot in the knockout stages. Their batting firepower makes them strong favorites for the tournament.
UAE must regroup quickly and find ways to contain opposition batting attacks if they want to progress from the group stage. Their batsmen showed promise, but the bowlers need better execution in the remaining matches.