Team India's journey at the Hong Kong Sixes 2025 ended in disappointment on Saturday after they failed to qualify for the quarterfinals. Despite boasting a strong squad featuring Dinesh Karthik, Robin Uthappa, Stuart Binny, Shahbaz Nadeem, Abhimanyu Mithun, and Priyank Panchal, India suffered three consecutive defeats against Kuwait, UAE, and Nepal. The team began with a narrow 2-run victory over Pakistan in a rain-affected match, raising hopes. However, their campaign quickly unraveled as they struggled to adapt to the six-a-side format. India's batting lineup collapsed repeatedly, and their bowling attack failed to contain opponents. The losses against lesser-fancied teams shocked many, as India was considered among the tournament favorites. Their final match against Nepal resulted in one of their heaviest defeats, with a massive 92-run margin that sealed their elimination from the quarterfinals race.
Three Straight Defeats End India's Campaign
India's downfall began with a shocking 27-run loss to Kuwait in Pool C. Kuwait posted 106/5 in 6 overs, powered by Yasin Patel's explosive unbeaten 58 off just 14 balls, including five consecutive sixes. India's reply crumbled to 79/6 in 5.4 overs. Against UAE, despite posting 107/3 with contributions from Abhimanyu Mithun (50) and Dinesh Karthik (42), India's bowlers were hammered for 42 runs in the first two overs. UAE chased down the target in 5.5 overs, winning by four wickets. The final blow came against Nepal, who posted a tournament-record 137/0 in 6 overs. India collapsed spectacularly to 45/6 in just 3 overs, suffering a humiliating 92-run defeat and elimination.
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