Hong Kong Sixes cricket tournament 2026

Overview

The 2026 Hong Kong Sixes cricket tournament is scheduled to be held from October 30 to November 1 at the Tin Kwong Road Recreation Ground. The event will feature 12 teams, including eight major cricketing nations and four Associate Members, such as Australia, England, India, Pakistan, and South Africa.

New elements for the 2026 edition include a pilot educational outreach programme by the MCC designed to promote the ‘Spirit of Cricket’ through a new award for fair play. The tournament has also received ‘M’ Mark Status from Hong Kong’s Major Sports Events Committee and will feature community initiatives like a fan park and school programmes.

Regarding team compositions, veteran Indian pacer Bhuvneshwar Kumar has been named captain of the Indian squad, which includes several prominent IPL performers. Pakistan enters the competition as the defending champions.

Entities

Cricket Hong Kong · International Cricket Council · Bhuvneshwar Kumar · Sony Sports Network · Hong Kong Sixes

Timeline

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Bhuvneshwar Kumar to lead India at Hong Kong Sixes 2026
Bhuvneshwar Kumar will lead an Indian squad featuring several IPL stars at the 2026 Hong Kong Sixes tournament from October 30 to November 1.
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Hong Kong Sixes tournament returns in 2026 with new MCC outreach programme
The 2026 Hong Kong Sixes tournament will feature 12 international teams and include a new MCC pilot programme to award the ‘Spirit of Cricket’ for fair play and sportsmanship.

Sources

bhaskarlive.in · businessnewsthisweek.com · devdiscourse.com · newstodaynet.com