Fans erupt as Abbas Afridi propels Pakistan to their 6th Hong Kong Sixes title after a dominant win over Kuwait.
In an electrifying final match at the Mong Kok Tin Kwong Road Recreation Ground on November 9, 2025, Pakistan showed their dominance in the Six Hong Kong internationals beating Kuwait with a crushing 43-point victory. This high-octane clash saw Pakistan post a formidable total of 135 for 3 in their allotted six overs, setting an ambitious target that Kuwait failed to continue, finishing on 92 in 5.1 overs. The Pakistani captain led the charge. Abbas Afridiwhose spectacular innings proved too much for the Kuwaiti bowlers and secured Pakistan’s sixth Hong Kong Sixes title.
Abbas Afridi’s explosive knock lights up Hong Kong Sixes finalI
The highlight of the final was undoubtedly the blistering innings of Afridi, who scored a remarkable 52 off just 11 balls before retiring injured, a performance that left fans and opponents alike in awe. Afridi’s innings featured a staggering 2 4s and 7 6s, highlighting his aggressive approach and mastery of the rapid-fire Sixes format. His strike rate of 472.72 embodies the explosive batting that has become synonymous with Afridi’s game.
In addition to Afridi’s assault, Abdoul Samad (42 off 13 balls) and Khawaja Nafay (22 off 6 balls), who set a strong platform by establishing crucial partnerships. Pakistan’s innings was punctuated by aggressive hitting and quick runs between the wickets, allowing them to accumulate a tough 135 runs in just six overs. Kuwait’s bowling efforts, particularly from Meet Bhavsar who claimed three wickets, including key breakthroughs, could not stem the flow of runs from the Pakistani batters.
Pakistan crush Kuwait to win Hong Kong Sixes 2025 title
Chasing 136 to win the trophy, Kuwait struggled to keep up with the required pace. Although the opener Adnan Idrees showed promise with 30 runs off 8 balls, the Kuwaiti innings faltered under the sustained pressure imposed by the Pakistani bowlers. Maaz Sadaqat was Pakistan’s standout bowler, taking 3 wickets for 29 runs, including critical dismissals which broke up any emerging partnership. Other bowlers such as Mohammed Shahzad and Afridi himself contributed with economic spells to tighten the noose.
The Kuwaiti batters were unable to form substantial partnerships, losing wickets quickly and eventually being bowled out for 92 runs in the 5.1 overs they faced. This comprehensive victory for Pakistan is a testament to its overall performance and strategic prowess in the fast-paced format of the Hong Kong Sixes.
With this victory, Pakistan not only clinched the Hong Kong Sixes title but also cemented their reputation as a powerhouse in the tournament’s history, marking their sixth triumph. Abbas Afridi’s sensational knock will be remembered as one of the most explosive displays of hitting, transforming the final into a festival of power and brilliance in cricket.
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Here’s how fans reacted:
#Pakistan win the Hong Kong Super Sixes #2025 title for the sixth time…#AbbasAfridi player of the match and player of the #Series …#Cricket #SuperSix #WorldCup2026 pic.twitter.com/ZUma20CWqX
– Khalid Ahmad (@Khalid_Ahmad55) November 9, 2025
Congratulations to the Pakistan Cricket Team and the entire nation for winning the Hong Kong Super Sixes title! 🏆A fantastic display of skill, passion and teamwork truly showcasing the spirit of Pakistan cricket at its best. #PakistanCricket #HKSuperSixes pic.twitter.com/ld8wEE93rQ
– Global Affairs (@HExplained18848) November 9, 2025
𝑪𝒉𝒂𝒎𝒑𝒊𝒐𝒏𝒔 🇵🇰🏆
A dominant run at the Hong Kong Sixes, driven by teamwork and the exceptional tournament of captain Abbas Afridi 🔥 pic.twitter.com/lOwo5jZM1h
– Kings of Karachi (@KarachiKingsARY) November 9, 2025
Pakistan outclassed Kuwait by 44 runs to win the Hong Kong Sixes Trophy 2025 at the Mission Road Ground.#Pakistan #won #Hongkongsixes2025 #Trophy #Champions pic.twitter.com/s1z9JjHZeK
– Stream Pakistan (@streampakistans) November 9, 2025
Abbas Afridi scored 11 fifty balls in the HONG KONG SUPER SIXES final. Unreal batting and bowling from him throughout the tournament 🔥 pic.twitter.com/DLszg3fSCf
– Attif Moderne (@AtifAd Khan) November 9, 2025
Pakistan won the Hong Kong Sixes 2025 title by beating Kuwait in the final! They completed a dominant 44-run victory, with Abbas Afridi scoring 52 runs off just 11 balls and Abdul Samad contributing 42 runs. pic.twitter.com/Ht6QrYRzcl
– Alert Pakistan (@AlertPakistan_) November 9, 2025
Pakistan wins Hong Kong six-a-side tournament by beating Kuwait in final pic.twitter.com/ktXK8LhykX
–Mumtaz Shigri (@iamMumtazShigri) November 9, 2025
Pakistan won the Hong Kong Super Sixes final for the 6th time. Congratulations 🥳 pic.twitter.com/TT50cCezDC
– Ch Rashid Mahmood kalyal (@ChRashidMahmod) November 9, 2025
Pakistan wins Hong Kong Sixes trophy after 2011, captain well played Abbas Afridi, Maaz Sadaqat, Khawaja Nafey, Abdul Samad, Shahid Aziz, Muhammad Shahzad, Saad Masood#PakistanCricket pic.twitter.com/i3o168TqNP
– La Murtaza (@GMurtaza_Dawn) November 9, 2025
PAKISTAN LIFT THE HONG KONG SIXES TROPHY. 🏆🇵🇰 pic.twitter.com/0S57B8Pt4I
– Attif Moderne (@AtifAd Khan) November 9, 2025
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