Pakistan clinch Hong Kong Sixes Plate title over Oman
Pakistan defeated Oman by 18 runs in the Plate final of the Hong Kong Sixes 2026 to clinch the Hong Kong Sixes Plate title at the Mission Road Ground in Mong Kok on Sunday. The win gave the defending champions a trophy to take home, even though the main Cup had already slipped from their reach.
Batting first, Pakistan posted an imposing 154 for four in their allotted six overs. Captain Abbas Afridi led from the front with a blistering 73 off just 16 deliveries, featuring one four and 11 sixes. He retired before returning to the crease in the final over.
Afridi and the middle order set up 154
Abdul Samad chipped in with 26 off five deliveries, including two boundaries and three sixes, while opener Khawaja Nafay scored seven off three balls, including a six.
Ahmed Daniyal added a quickfire 25 off five deliveries, smashing four sixes, while Muhammad Shahzad contributed 13 off four balls, including two sixes. Irfan Niazi, meanwhile, was dismissed for a first-ball duck.
The total of 154 left Oman needing more than 25 runs per over, and Pakistan’s bowlers held their nerve to defend it.
Oman fall 18 runs short despite a strong start
In reply, Oman managed 136 for four in their allotted six overs despite a dominant opening partnership between Usman Ali and Zohaib Amanat.
Captain Aamir Kaleem was the first batter dismissed, falling for a duck following a run-out effected by Ahmed Daniyal. Usman led Oman’s charge with a fine 67 off just 17 deliveries, striking four boundaries and eight sixes, while Amanat contributed 61 off 18 balls, featuring four boundaries and eight sixes.
Oman’s remaining batters, Sami Hassan, Shafiq Jan and Muzahir Khan, were retired out as the side attempted to keep its leading batters at the crease. Usman subsequently returned to the crease following the dismissal of the first wicket, but the asking rate proved too steep and Oman finished on 136.
How Pakistan reached the Plate final
Pakistan, the six-time champions, began their campaign with a defeat against the UAE in their Group C opener, posting 106 for three in six overs, with Afridi scoring 53 off 13 deliveries. The UAE chased down the 107-run target, courtesy of a fine knock from captain Khalid Shah, who smashed 71 off 20 deliveries. Feature Pakistan covered that opening loss in UAE Stun Defending Champions Pakistan in Hong Kong Sixes.
Pakistan bounced back in their second Group C fixture, defeating arch-rivals India, as covered in Pakistan Beat India by Four Wickets in Hong Kong Sixes. India posted 88 for five, but Pakistan chased down the target in just 3.5 overs, losing only two wickets.
However, Pakistan’s hopes of defending their title suffered a major setback when the UAE defeated India to register their second victory in Group C. The result sent the UAE into the main trophy competition, while Pakistan were relegated to the Plate championship, as covered in Pakistan Knocked Out of Hong Kong Sixes Cup Race.
What the Hong Kong Sixes Plate title means
Frequently asked questions
Who won the Hong Kong Sixes Plate title in 2026?
Pakistan won the Plate title, beating Oman by 18 runs in the final at the Mission Road Ground in Mong Kok, Hong Kong.
What was the score in the Plate final?
Pakistan scored 154 for four in six overs, and Oman replied with 136 for four in six overs.
How many runs did Abbas Afridi score in the final?
Captain Abbas Afridi scored 73 off 16 balls, including one four and 11 sixes, before retiring and returning in the final over.
Why did Pakistan play in the Plate competition?
Pakistan finished second in Group C after losing to the UAE and beating India. Only group winners advanced to the Cup semi-finals, so Pakistan went into the Plate competition and won it.
Where did Pakistan finish overall at Hong Kong Sixes 2026?
Pakistan finished fifth overall, winning the Plate title after missing out on defending their main championship crown.
