Pakistan defeated arch-rivals India by four wickets in a Group C match of the ongoing Hong Kong Sixes tournament at Mission Road Ground in Hong Kong. After winning the toss, Pakistan captain Abbas Afridi elected to field first, inviting India to bat.
India posted 88 runs in their allotted six overs, with Shashank Singh leading the scoring with a blistering 40 off just 11 balls, including two fours and five sixes. For Pakistan, Abdul Samad claimed two wickets for 10 runs in his over, while Ahmed Daniyal and Mohammad Shahzad picked up one wicket each. In reply, Pakistan chased down the 89-run target in just 3.5 overs, securing a convincing four-wicket victory.
Opening batter Khawaja Nafay led the charge with a spectacular 41 off 12 deliveries, striking two fours and five sixes. Captain Abbas Afridi also made a significant contribution, scoring 35 runs. Abdul Samad and Irfan Khan remained unbeaten on seven and six runs, respectively, as Pakistan sealed a commanding victory over their arch-rivals.
