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Afghanistan beats Australia for Hong Kong Sixes 2026 title

Afghanistan secured the Hong Kong Sixes 2026 title with a strong chase against Australia.

New York Editorial News Desk November 1, 2026 1 min read

The Brief

  • Afghanistan defeated Australia in the final of the Hong Kong Sixes 2026.
  • Australia scored 115/4 in six overs, setting Afghanistan a target of 116.
  • Afghanistan completed the chase in 5.1 overs with a rapid partnership.

Afghanistan won the Hong Kong Sixes 2026 final against Australia, marking the end of an exciting tournament. The match took place at Mission Road Ground in Mong Kok.

Australia won the toss and chose to bat first. They scored 115/4 in six overs, setting Afghanistan a target of 116 runs to win the match.

Max Bryant led Australia's batting with 44 runs off 14 balls, while Alex Ross scored an unbeaten 29 in 10 deliveries. Nick Hobson added 23 off 8 balls.

Afghanistan started the chase with confidence, showing their ability to score quickly. Imran Mir and Farmanullah Safi formed a crucial partnership in the middle order.

Mir scored 53 off 14 balls, including 7 sixes and 2 fours, while Safi contributed 26 off seven balls, with four sixes. Their partnership helped Afghanistan reach the target rapidly.

Captain Gulbadin Naib scored 17 runs before being dismissed, but Afghanistan continued their aggressive approach. The team completed the chase in 5.1 overs, securing the tournament title.

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