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Pakistan has named a six-man squad for the Hong Kong Sixes, a prestigious tournament that is making a comeback after a seven-year hiatus.
Faheem Ashraf to captain Pakistan in Hong Kong Sixes
Bowling all-rounder Faheem Ashraf will captain the Pakistani team in the eight-team tournament, which will be held from November 1 to 3 at the Kowloon Cricket Club in Hong Kong. The Pakistani squad includes senior batter Asif Ali and left-handed batter Hussain Talat, both of whom bring valuable experience to the team.
A look at Pakistan's squad for Hong Kong Sixes
Faheem Ashraf (captain), Aamer Yamin, Asif Ali, Danish Aziz, Hussain Talat, Muhammad Akhlaq (wk) and Shahab Khan.
Saleem Yousuf appointed as Pakistan's manager for Hong Kong Sixes
Former Test wicketkeeper-batter Saleem Yousuf has been appointed as the manager for Pakistan's team in the upcoming Hong Kong Sixes tournament.
The Hong Kong Cricket Sixes, a prestigious six-a-side international cricket tournament, has been a prominent fixture on the cricket calendar since its inception in 1992. Organized by Cricket Hong Kong and sanctioned by the International Cricket Council (ICC), the tournament is renowned for its unique format and high-scoring matches, designed to engage television audiences.
South Africa, England, and Pakistan have emerged as the most successful teams, each clinching the title five times. South Africa's most recent victory came in 2017, where they defeated Pakistan in the final. Other countries that have lifted the trophy include Sri Lanka, Australia, West Indies, and India.
Burji Shroff, the chairperson of Cricket Hong Kong, China, was excited about the tournament's comeback.
“We are excited to bring back this iconic event that showcases our city as a truly world city and a sporting capital of East Asia to the world and our cricket credentials,” said Burji Shroff. The strategic plan is to develop the Hong Kong Sixes into a global series, culminating every year with the grand finale at home,” Shroff said, as quoted by Ary Sports.
