Robin Uthappa Shines As India Beat Pakistan By 2 Runs In Rain-Affected Hong Kong Sixes Game

Robin Uthappa Stars as India Edge Pakistan in Rain-Affected Hong Kong Sixes

Robin Uthappa and Bharat Chipli delivered fiery performances as India narrowly defeated Pakistan by two runs using the DLS Method in a rain-interrupted Pool C match of the Hong Kong Sixes on Friday.

Match Highlights

Uthappa scored a rapid 28 runs off 11 balls.
Chipli contributed 24 runs from 13 balls.
India set a total of 86 for 4 in six overs.
Pakistan started the chase strongly, reaching 41 for 1 after three overs.
Heavy rain stopped play, and the DLS target left Pakistan two runs short of the par score.
Stuart Binny's economical bowling—7 runs conceded and a wicket—was crucial for India.

Other Pool Matches

Pool B: Australia Dominates UAE

Australia comfortably chased down 88 runs in three overs, securing a 10-wicket win. Jack Wood led with an explosive 55 off 11 balls, while Nick Hobson remained unbeaten on 26 from 5 balls.

Pool A: Afghanistan Outplays South Africa

Afghanistan registered their second win by defeating South Africa by 49 runs. Captain Gulbadin Naib scored a swift 50 off 12 balls, and Karim Janat added 46 off 11 to post 148 for 2 in six overs. South Africa fell short with 99 for 2 in response.

Pool D: Bangladesh Defeats Sri Lanka

Bangladesh secured a 14-run victory over Sri Lanka in their Pool D encounter.

"Stuart Binny's economical spell, where he conceded seven runs and took a wicket, proved to be the difference."

Summary: Robin Uthappa’s swift knock helped India clinch a tight win over Pakistan in a rain-affected match, while strong performances marked other decisive Pool matches at the Hong Kong Sixes.

NDTV Sports — 2025-11-07