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Afghanistan beat Australia to win Hong Kong Sixes title

Published : Sunday, 1 November, 2026 at 4:32 PM

Observer Online Report

Afghanistan won the Hong Kong Sixes title after defeating Australia by four wickets, chasing down a target of 116 in just 5.1 overs in the final on Sunday.

Australia posted 115 runs, with Max Bryant scoring 44 off 14 balls, Nick Hobson making 23 off eight balls and Alex Ross remaining unbeaten on 29 off 10 balls. Karim Janat and Nangeyalia Kharote took one wicket each for Afghanistan.

In reply, Karim Janat scored 13 off five balls before captain Gulbadin Naib made 17 off six balls. Imran Mir and Farmanullah then guided Afghanistan to victory, with Imran smashing an unbeaten 53 off 14 balls and Farmanullah contributing 26 not out off seven balls.

Afghanistan defeated South Africa, Oman, Scotland and Australia on their way to the title.

Australia finished as runners-up, while Scotland placed third and the United Arab Emirates fourth.

Bangladesh finished bottom of the 12-team tournament.

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