United Arab Emirates produced an impressive batting performance to defeat India by six wickets in Match 12 of the Hong Kong Sixes 2026 at Mission Road Ground, Mong Kok, on October 31.
After winning the toss and opting to field, UAE restricted India to 94/6 in their allotted six overs. T Natarajan led India's batting effort with an explosive 38 off just 14 balls, including three fours and four sixes. Rahul Tripathi also made a quick contribution, scoring 24 from seven deliveries.
Krunal Pandya added 15 off eight balls, but India struggled to maintain momentum after losing wickets at regular intervals. UAE captain Khalid Shah made an impact with the ball as Zahid Ali led the attack, claiming three wickets for 32 runs in two overs. Muhammad Farooq and Mohammed Faraazuddin picked up one wicket each.
Chasing 95, UAE made light work of the target, reaching 97 without losing a wicket in just 4.2 overs. Khalid Shah led the charge with an unbeaten 52 off 14 deliveries, striking three fours and six sixes. Ansh Tandon provided excellent support with an unbeaten 39 from 12 balls, including two fours and five sixes.
The opening pair dominated India's bowling attack, completing the chase with 10 deliveries to spare. India's bowlers struggled to contain the scoring rate, with T Natarajan conceding 43 runs in two overs.
Zahid Ali's three-wicket haul and Khalid Shah's explosive half-century were key contributions in UAE's convincing victory. The result highlighted UAE's aggressive approach in the six-a-side format, where quick scoring and partnerships can rapidly change the course of a match.
UAE secured a six-wicket win after chasing down India's total without losing a wicket.
