Pakistan defeated Kuwait by 43 runs in the final of the Hong Kong Sixes 2025 cricket tournament held at the Mission Road Ground in Mong Kok on Sunday.
Pakistan posted a strong total of 135 for three in six overs. Opener Abdul Samad scored a rapid 42 runs from 13 balls, while captain Abbas Afridi delivered a blazing 52 off 11 balls.
Kuwait managed only 92 runs in 5.1 overs in response. Left-arm spinner Maaz Sadaqat was the standout bowler, taking three wickets to restrict Kuwait’s chase.
This victory marked Pakistan’s sixth title at the Hong Kong Sixes event.
Kuwait had a remarkable run, defeating India, Afghanistan, and England to reach the final clash.
After a tournament-opening win against Pakistan, India lost consecutive matches to Kuwait, the UAE, Nepal, and Sri Lanka.
Pakistan’s Abdul Samad smashed a 13-ball 42 against Kuwait in the final.
Summary: Pakistan claimed its sixth Hong Kong Sixes title with a dominant final performance over Kuwait, while Kuwait exceeded expectations reaching the final and India faced a disappointing campaign.