In an exciting match at the Mission Road Ground in Mong Kok United Arab Emirates (UAE) Made a surprising turnaround under the leadership of Dinesh Karthik team india in progress hong kong success 2025 Tournament. UAE side led by captain Khalid ShahAchieving India’s total of 107 runs with one ball to spare, they registered a memorable four-wicket win and India’s second consecutive defeat in the competition.
Abhimanyu Mithun and Dinesh Karthik shine with the bat for India
After being asked to bat first, India posted a competitive score of 107/3 in six overs thanks to a quick partnership between the two. Abhimanyu Mithun and captain Dinesh KarthikMithun was in great form, scoring a quickfire 50, while Karthik led the innings with an unbeaten 42. Their efforts gave India a strong platform, but the score ultimately proved inadequate in the face of the UAE counter-attack.
Khalid Shah leads UAE’s fearless pursuit
Chasing 108 to win, UAE captain Khalid went all out, displaying breathtaking power-hitting from the start. He thrashed the Indian bowlers in all parts of the ground and scored a brilliant 50 runs in just 14 balls, which included four fours and five sky-high sixes. His fearless approach dictated the direction of the UAE innings and kept the required rate within reach.
Despite losing a few wickets, UAE remained composed and crossed the finish line at 111/2 in 5.5 overs. Khalid’s heroics earned him the Player of the Match award, as his innings became the defining moment of the competition.
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India’s campaign in crisis after consecutive defeats
This defeat is India’s second consecutive defeat after the previous defeat in Hong Kong Sixes 2025 Kuwait By 27 runs. With this result, Karthik’s men find themselves in a precarious position and will need to quickly regroup if they hope to progress in the tournament. For the UAE, this win will be remembered as one of their most memorable performances on the global stage, showcasing their growing confidence and ability in the shorter formats.
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