South Africa and Sri Lanka announce squads for Hong Kong Sixes 2026

Sri Lanka and South Africa have announced their respective squads for the upcoming Hong Kong Sixes 2026 tournament, which is scheduled to take place from October 30 to November 1 at the Tin Kwong Road Recreation Ground.

Sri Lanka Cricket (SLC) has named Sangamith Koray as captain for the tournament. The squad includes players such as Movin Subasinghe, Vishien Halambage, Chamindu Vissinghe, Sachith Jayatilake, Ravindu Fernando, and Muditha Lakshan. As two-time champions, Sri Lanka aims to secure a third title.

South Africa has announced a seven-member squad led by Jorich van Schalkvik. The team features Steve Stolck, Abdullah Baiomi, Ayabulela Gakamane, Alindile Mletywa, Blake Simpson, and Heath Richards, with coach Wandile Gwavu guiding the side. South Africa is placed in Group D alongside Afghanistan and Oman.

The Hong Kong Sixes is a fast-paced cricket format featuring six players per side and six overs per innings. The tournament features 12 teams divided into four pools.