The Hong Kong International Cricket Sixes Set To Make A Comeback

Hong Kong is sporting capital of East Asia, and cricket has h a special place in city’s sporting history, with first official game of cricket being recorded in 1842.  
 
Over years, cricket has not only provided a bridge amongst diversity in city, but is also highest ranked team sport for Hong Kong. city has punched much above its weight in world rankings, with both men’s and women’s teams ranked in top twenty, amongst 108 members of International Cricket Council. (ICC)
 
Between 1992 and 2017, Hong Kong International Cricket Sixes was jewel not just in cricket calendar, but in Hong Kong’s overall sporting calendar. A true global event, where legends like  Sachin Tendulkar from India, to Brian Lara from West Indies and Shane Warne from Australia, have highlighted star-studded lineups over years. This unique format has become synonymous with Hong Kong.

After a hiatus of 7 years, Hong Kong International Sixes is poised to make a comeback this year. HK6’s is set to reignite passion and excitement that has long been associated with spectacle of this unique event, world’s fastest form of cricket. Cricket Hong Kong, China (CHK) is a member of International Cricket Council and tournament is also a sanctioned event by International Cricket Council. (ICC)
 
Organised by Cricket Hong Kong, China (CHK) and supported by Hong Kong Government, 2024 edition will be held between 1st to 3rd November at Tin Kwong Ro Cricket Ground. tournament will host 12 nations competing across three days.
 
“We are excited to bring back this iconic event that showcases our city as a truly world city and a sporting capital of East Asia to world and our cricket credentials.   strategic plan is to develop Hong Kong Sixes into a global series, culminating every year with grand finale at home. To build Hong Kong Cricket Sixes into a world class event and make this plan a reality, we have entered into a strategic partnership with TCM Sports. This collaboration underscores a commitment to ensuring Sixes develops into a major event in international cricket calendar.” Said Chairperson of Cricket Hong Kong, China Mr Burji Shroff
 
“ Hong Kong Sixes is an iconic event that has regaled fans for deces with its sheer power and energy. For TCM, it is absolutely exciting to partner with Cricket Hong Kong, China and develop this unique and iconic event into a truly world class global event,” said TCM Managing Director Mr. Lokesh Sharma. 
 
Hong Kong Sixes boasts a rich legacy that stretches back to 1992. It has borne witness to some of most renowned names in world of cricket. While legends such as Sachin Tendulkar, Shane Warne, MS Dhoni, Wasim Akram, Shoaib Malik, Sanath Jayasuriya, Anil Kumble, Umar Akmal, Glenn Maxwell, Damien Martyn have graced pitch with ir indomitable talent, teams from cricketing powerhouses like India, Australia, England, Pakistan, South Africa, and more have participated, helping Hong Kong Sixes gain a worldwide fanbase. 
 
tournament, with its thrilling matches and carnivalesque atmosphere, symbolises very spirit of cricket through its universal accessibility. HK6’s aims to create a three day festival of cricket for fans to experience. 
 
About Cricket Hong Kong (CHK)
 
Cricket Hong Kong is official governing body responsible for promoting and developing cricket in region. CHK oversees all aspects of sport, from grassroots initiatives to elite performance, ensuring growth and sustainability of cricket across all age groups and skill levels. organization is a member of governing body of cricket globally, International Cricket Council. (ICC)