Kuwait Cricket Team Joins World Stage at Hong Kong Sixes 2025
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Yasmin Alta
- . June 12, 2025
- . Update: June 12, 2025 9:03 pm
The Kuwait Cricket Board is happy to announce that the Kuwait National Men’s Cricket Team has received an official invitation to participate in the renowned Hong Kong Sixes 2025, or the Hong Kong Super Sixes. The event, which will feature fast-paced six-a-side cricket, will be held from 31st October to 2nd November 2025 in Hong Kong. At present ranked 23rd in the ICC Men’s T20I Rankings, Kuwait’s invitation is a significant indication of its recent strides in international cricket. The Hong Kong Sixes is an exciting tournament that has been a precursor to the T20 and T10 formats. As an exciting tournament featuring entertaining cricket, the Hong Kong Sixes offers a platform for all full-member nations and top associate countries. Kuwait is excited to be part of this exclusive group.
- Qualifying for the ICC Men’s T20 World Cup Global Qualifiers is a vital step towards the 2026 World Cup in India and Sri Lanka.
- Finishing as runners-up in the ILT20 Gulf Cup 2024 after a thrilling final encounter with the UAE.
- Winning the Hong Kong Men’s Series T20I and defeating Nepal in a thrilling contest to claim the title.
Director General Mr. Sajid Ashraf noted, “To see Kuwait competing with cricketing giants like India and England is a dream come true! This is one of many achievements that will reflect the efforts of our players, coaches, and leadership.” With excellent leadership from the head coach Qasim Ali and captain Mohammad Aslam, Kuwait’s cricketing journey continues to be inspiring. With their historic participation in the World Cup Global Qualifiers, we can’t wait to see skills and passion displayed on the world stage, unlike anything we have been able to see before.
