Afghanistan crowned 2026 Hong Kong Sixes champions — Ariananews

KABUL (Pajhwok): Afghanistan defeated Australia by four wickets in the final of the Hong Kong International Sixes 2026 on Sunday, claiming their first-ever title in the tournament. Batting first, Australia posted 115 runs in their allotted six overs, setting Afghanistan a challenging target of 116. In reply, Afghanistan produced an impressive batting performance to chase down the target and secure victory with four wickets to spare. Imran Mir led Afghanistan’s chase with an unbeaten 53 off just 14 deliveries, while Farmanullah Safi contributed an unbeaten 27 off seven balls. Captain Gulbadin Naib also played a key role, scoring 17 off six deliveries to help Afghanistan complete the chase and seal the title. The Afghanistan Cricket Board (ACB), announcing the victory, congratulated the national team on its triumph, describing the performance as an outstanding all-round effort. The victory marked Afghanistan’s first title in the Hong Kong International Sixes, adding another achievement to the country’s cricketing record.