Watch: Afghanistan crowned Hong Kong Sixes 2026 champions after beating Australia

Afghanistan defeated Australia by four wickets in the final of the Hong Kong International Sixes 2026 on Sunday to claim their maiden title in the tournament.

After Australia posted 115 runs, Afghanistan chased down the target with a strong batting performance. Imran Mir played a key role in the victory, scoring an unbeaten 53 to guide his team to the title.

With this win, Afghanistan celebrated their first-ever Hong Kong International Sixes title after an impressive performance in the final. 

Watch the video of Afghanistan’s winning moment here:

Afghanistan crowned Hong Kong Sixes 2026 champions after beating Australia in final

Afghanistan defeated Australia by four wickets in the final to win the Hong Kong Sixes 2026 title on Sunday, November 1. Batting first at Mission Road Ground in Mong Kok, Australia scored 115/4 in six overs. Opener Max Bryant led the innings with 44 runs off just 14 balls, hitting four fours and four sixes.

In reply, Afghanistan chased down the target in just 5.1 overs, scoring 119/2 to seal the victory. Imran Mir was the star of the chase, smashing an unbeaten 53 off 14 balls, including two fours and seven sixes. Patrick Dooley and Australia captain Chris Green took one wicket each, but their efforts were not enough to stop Afghanistan.

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Led by Gulbadin Naib, Afghanistan produced an impressive performance to lift their maiden Hong Kong Sixes title. Australia had also shown strong form in the earlier rounds, setting up an exciting final between the two teams. However, Afghanistan's aggressive batting and quick chase proved decisive as they finished the tournament as champions.

Hong Kong Sixes 2026 final: Scorecard, key performers and match details

Australia won the toss and elected to bat first in the Hong Kong Sixes 2026 final. The team posted 115/4 in six overs, setting Afghanistan a target of 116 runs. Max Bryant top-scored with 44 runs off 14 balls, while Alex Ross remained unbeaten on 29 off 10 deliveries. Nick Hobson also made a quick 23 off eight balls.

In reply, Afghanistan started aggressively despite losing two early wickets. Imran Mir and Farmanullah Safi took control of the chase with their explosive batting. Mir remained unbeaten on 53 off just 14 balls, hitting seven sixes and two fours. Safi also played a quick knock of 26 runs from seven deliveries, including four sixes.

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The partnership between Mir and Safi proved decisive as Afghanistan moved closer to the target at a rapid pace. Captain Gulbadin Naib also contributed 17 runs off six balls before being dismissed by Chris Green. Afghanistan eventually reached 119/2 in just 5.1 overs, winning the final by four wickets and lifting their maiden Hong Kong Sixes title.

Afghanistan’s Hong Kong Sixes title: Reactions, final standings and what’s next

The Afghanistan Cricket Board (ACB) congratulated the national team on winning the Hong Kong Sixes 2026 title. The board praised the players for their outstanding all-round performance in the final against Australia.

The victory marked Afghanistan’s first-ever Hong Kong International Sixes title. The team impressed throughout the tournament with its aggressive batting and ability to perform under pressure. Imran Mir’s unbeaten 53 in the final was one of the highlights of their campaign.

Afghanistan’s title win adds another achievement to the country’s cricketing history. The team will look to carry this confidence into its upcoming assignments, while the victory is also expected to boost the profile of cricket in Afghanistan.