Match: 3rd Quarter Final, Hong Kong International Sixes 2025
Date: Saturday, November 08, 2025
Time: 12:35 PM local time (3:35 PM HKT)
Venue: Mission Road Ground, Mong Kok, Hong Kong
Toss: Not yet conducted
Tournament Context
The Hong Kong International Sixes 2025 has reached the knockout stage. This exciting six-a-side cricket tournament features 12 nations competing over three days. The quarter finals determine which teams will advance to the semifinals and compete for the Cup trophy.
According to ESPNcricinfo, Hong Kong finished third in Pool D, which means they entered the Bowl competition. However, recent results show Hong Kong defeated Sri Lanka 80/2 (chasing 80) in their pool match, showing they can compete at this level.
England had their first Pool B match against UAE abandoned due to rain on November 7, 2025, which affected their preparation for the knockout rounds.
Likely Playing XIs
Note: Official team sheets have not been confirmed at the time of writing. The following lineups are based on squad announcements from tournament sources.
Hong Kong (Likely XI)
Source: Cricket.com and ESPNcricinfo squad lists
- Ehsan Khan
- Yasim Murtaza (c)
- Nizakat Khan
- Aizaz Khan
- Anshy Rath
- Babar Hayat (wk)
- Nasrulla Rana
Bench: Imran Arif, Jason Lui, Sahal Malvernkar, Paras Singh, Zeeshan Ali
England (Likely XI)
Source: Cricket.com and CricketWinner squad announcements
- Joe Denly (c)
- George Hill
- Ethan Brookes
- Dan Mousley
- James Coles
- Tom Aspinwall
- Toby Albert (wk)
Bench: Ravi Bopara, Ed Barnard, Alex Davies, Samit Patel, Jordan Thompson
Players to Watch
| Category | Hong Kong | England |
|---|---|---|
| Key Batters | Babar Hayat – Experienced batter who can anchor innings | Joe Denly – Former England international with proven six-a-side experience |
| Nizakat Khan – All-rounder who provides balance | Dan Mousley – Young batting all-rounder with power-hitting ability | |
| Key Bowlers | Ehsan Khan – Lead bowler who can pick wickets in pressure situations | Ethan Brookes – Bowling all-rounder capable of taking early wickets |
| Nasrulla Rana – Bowling all-rounder who adds depth | Tom Aspinwall – Bowling all-rounder who can restrict runs |
Pitch and Weather Report
Venue: Mission Road Ground has been hosting matches throughout the tournament. The six-over format usually favors batters, with high-scoring games expected.
Weather: According to local weather services, there is possibility of rain showers in Mong Kok today with humid conditions expected. Teams will hope for clear weather after rain affected some matches on November 7. The tournament has already seen matches abandoned due to wet conditions.
Pitch Behavior: In six-a-side cricket, every ball counts. The pitch at Mong Kok typically offers even bounce, helping batters play their shots freely. Bowlers need to be accurate because there are limited overs to make an impact.
What to Expect
This quarter final promises an exciting contest between the home team Hong Kong and the experienced England side.
Hong Kong’s Strengths: Playing at home gives Hong Kong crowd support and familiarity with local conditions. Their all-rounders like Nizakat Khan and Aizaz Khan provide flexibility. Babar Hayat’s experience will be crucial in pressure moments.
England’s Advantage: England has won the Hong Kong Sixes tournament five times, tying them for most championships. Joe Denly brings international experience, and their squad has good balance between batting power and bowling options. England’s depth with players like Ravi Bopara on the bench shows their strength.
Match Dynamics: In six-a-side cricket, games are decided quickly. Each player bowls just one over (except one bowler who gets two), so there’s no room for mistakes. Batters must score quickly because innings last only six overs.
The team that starts well usually wins. Early wickets put pressure on the batting side, while a strong opening partnership can set up a winning total.
Prediction
England enters as favorites based on their tournament history and squad experience. However, Hong Kong will fight hard on home ground and could cause an upset.
The team that wins the toss might choose to field first to see what target they need to chase. Weather conditions could play a role if rain interrupts play again.
Expected Winner: England, but Hong Kong has the home advantage to make it close.
Key Factor: The toss could be important. Also, which team handles pressure better in the knockout stage will likely determine the winner.
Where to Watch
Check your local cricket streaming services for live coverage. The Hong Kong Sixes typically streams on platforms like FanCode and may have coverage on regional sports channels.