Afghanistan Lift Historic Maiden Sixes Crown
In one of the most exhilarating finishes in Hong Kong Sixes history, Afghanistan pulled off a record run-chase against Australia, surging to 119/2 in just 5.1 overs behind Imran Mir's destructive 53* off 14 balls (7 sixes) and Farmanullah Safi's 26* off 7 deliveries.
Official Hong Kong Sixes Playing Rules
6 Overs & 6 Players
Each innings consists of 6 overs (6 legal balls per over). Each side fields six players (5 outfielders + 1 wicketkeeper).
5 Bowlers Rule
Every outfielder bowls exactly 1 over each. The designated wicketkeeper is not permitted to bowl or bowl out.
31 Runs Mandatory Retirement
A batsman must retire not out upon reaching 31 runs. Retired batsmen may return only after all remaining teammates are dismissed.
Last Man Stands Rule
When 5 wickets fall, the last remaining batsman continues batting alone with the 5th dismissed player acting solely as a non-striking runner.
Penalty Runs on Extras
Wides and no-balls carry a 2-run penalty awarded directly to the batting side plus an extra delivery bowled.
Three Tier Trophies (Cup, Plate, Bowl)
Top 2 in each pool advance to the Cup; losing Cup QF teams contest the Plate; 3rd-placed pool teams battle for the Bowl.
All-Time Titles Tally
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Pakistan1992, 1997, 2001, 2002, 2011, 202565x Runners-Up
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England1993, 1994, 2003, 2004, 200855x Runners-Up
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South Africa1995, 2006, 2009, 2012, 201752x Runners-Up
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Sri Lanka2007, 202423x Runners-Up
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Afghanistan202610x Runners-Up
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Australia201014x Runners-Up
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India200512x Runners-Up
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West Indies199611x Runners-Up