Hong Kong Sixes: Uthappa Leads India to Narrow Win Over Pakistan
Hong Kong: Former India cricketer Robin Uthappa and Bharat Chipli delivered explosive innings as India defeated Pakistan by two runs via the DLS Method in a rain-affected Pool C clash at the Hong Kong Sixes on Friday.
India vs Pakistan: Thrilling Finish in the Rain
Uthappa hammered 28 runs off 11 balls, while Chipli added 24 from 13 deliveries to power India to 86 for 4 in six overs. Pakistan started strongly, reaching 41 for 1 after three overs before heavy rain interrupted play.
Following the DLS calculation, Pakistan fell two runs short of the par score. Stuart Binny’s tight bowling, where he gave away only seven runs and took one wicket, proved decisive in India's narrow win.
Other Pool Performances
- Australia vs UAE (Pool B): Australia registered a dominant 10-wicket victory, chasing down 88 runs in just three overs. Jack Wood blasted 55 off 11 balls, while Nick Hobson remained not out on 26 from five balls.
- Afghanistan vs South Africa (Pool A): Afghanistan continued their stellar run with a 49-run triumph — their second win of the tournament. Captain Gulbadin Naib struck 50 from 12 balls, and Karim Janat smashed 46 off 11, guiding Afghanistan to 148 for 2. South Africa replied with 99 for 2, unable to close the gap.
“India defeated Pakistan by two runs via the DLS Method in a rain-affected match.”
Author’s Summary
India edged past Pakistan in a rain-hit thriller, while Australia and Afghanistan posted commanding victories to dominate their respective pools.