Abbas Afridi-led Pakistan squad lands in Hong Kong for Sixes tournament

Pakistan, led by young pacer Abbas Afridi, has touched down in Hong Kong for the upcoming Hong Kong Sixes 2025, set to take place from November 7 to 9.

The prestigious six-a-side tournament will feature 12 teams, divided into four groups of three, with Pakistan placed in Pool C alongside India and Kuwait.

The Men in Green will open their campaign on the opening day against Kuwait before locking horns with arch-rivals India in one of the most anticipated fixtures of the competition.

Pakistan will then face South Africa in the second quarter-final on November 8.

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The upcoming edition marks the 21st staging of the Hong Kong Sixes since its inception in 1992.

Known for its high-energy format and crowd-pleasing entertainment, the tournament remains one of the most exciting events on the global cricket calendar.

Defending champions Sri Lanka will look to retain their crown, while Pakistan, five-time winners and one of the most successful sides in tournament history, will aim to extend their dominance and capture a record sixth title.

Pakistan Squad for Hong Kong Sixes 2025: Abbas Afridi (captain), Abdul Samad, Khawaja Mohammad Nafay, Maaz Sadaqat, Mohammad Shahzad, Saad Masood, and Shahid Aziz.

Non-travelling reserves: Danish Aziz, Mohammad Faiq.

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