India vs Pakistan Hong Kong Sixes 2025 Highlights
Rain interrupted the match, affecting the run-chase, and ultimately India won by 2 runs using the DLS method.
Match Overview
India defeated Pakistan by two runs on the DLS method in their Hong Kong Sixes opener at Mong Kok.
Key Moments
- Pakistan won the toss and chose to bowl first.
- Robin Uthappa gave India a strong start, scoring 28 runs off 11 balls with two fours and three sixes.
- Chipli contributed 24 runs off 13 balls, hitting two fours and two sixes.
- Dinesh Karthik remained unbeaten on 17 as India reached 86/4 in six overs, setting a target of 87.
- Pakistan started their run-chase well but rain stopped play after the third over with their score at 41/1.
Rain Impact and Result
The rain prevented the continuation of play, resulting in India being declared winners by the DLS method.
Additional Highlights
- Binny took the wicket of Sadaqat, who was caught by Karthik at deep midwicket for 7 runs off 3 balls.
- Pakistan’s run-chase opened with Khawaja and Maaz, while Mithun bowled the first over for India.
Rain played a decisive role, stopping the match early and awarding victory to India using the DLS system.
Author's summary: India narrowly defeated Pakistan by 2 runs via the DLS method in a rain-affected Hong Kong Sixes 2025 opener, highlighted by strong batting and weather interruptions.
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Hindustan Times — 2025-11-07