The exciting Hong Kong Sixes tournament is back and with it also comes the traditional India vs Pakistan match. No, it is not an international game but an entertaining format made especially to thrill the fans in Hong Kong. India face arch-rivals Pakistan in their first Pool C match of the Hong Kong Sixes 2025 on Friday, November 7. The six-overs-a-side contest promises high-octane action as both sides bring a mix of international stars and domestic veterans. India, led by wicket-keeper batter Dinesh Karthik, feature experienced campaigners like Robin Uthappa, all-rounder Stuart Binny, and bowlers Abhimanyu Mithun and Shahbaz Nadeem. Pakistan, captained by Abbas Afridi, enter the match on the back of a strong opening win against Kuwait, where Afridi’s brilliant batting led them to victory.
India vs Pakistan, Hong Kong Sixes Live
Match Details: India vs Pakistan, Hong Kong Sixes 2025
- Date: Friday, November 7, 2025
- Venue: Mission Road Ground, Mong Kok, Hong Kong
- Start Time: 1:05 PM IST
- Telecast: Sony Sports Network
- Live Streaming: FanCode app and website
- Pools: India and Pakistan in Pool C
- India Squad: Dinesh Karthik (c), Stuart Binny, Bharat Chipli, Abhimanyu Mithun, Shahbaz Nadeem, Priyank Panchal, Robin Uthappa
- Pakistan Squad: Abbas Afridi (c), Abdul Samad, Khawaja Mohammad Nafay, Maaz Sadaqat, Mohammad Shahzad, Saad Masood, Shahid Aziz
Format of Hong Kong Sixes 2025
- Teams: 12 teams divided into four pools
- Group Stage: Single round-robin; top two from each pool progress to quarterfinals
- Knockout Stage: Single-match elimination
- Non-qualifiers: Compete in bowl and plate fixtures for final standings
- Overs: 6 per side; six-player-a-side teams
- Venue: All matches at Tin Kwong Road Recreation Ground
Where to watch IND vs PAK at Hong Kong Sixes?
| Country/Region | TV / Streaming Platforms |
|---|---|
| India | Sony Sports, FanCode |
| Hong Kong | Cricbuzz, Now TV |
| Malaysia | Cricbuzz, Astro Sport |
| Nepal | Kantipur TV, SYTX Sports |
| Pakistan | Geo Super, Tapmad, Tamasha |
| Bangladesh | Tapmad, My CO |
| Australia | Fox Sports, Kayo |
| North America | Willow TV |
| YouTube | SportsCentralOfficial, DRMSportsTVNetwork, SportsInsiderPlus, SportsHubPlay |
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