India vs Pakistan Cricket Score, Hong Kong Sixes 2025: IND won by 2 runs by DLS method vs PAK in Mong Kok

India vs Pakistan Cricket Score, Hong Kong Sixes 2025

The Indian and Pakistan teams faced off in the opening match of the Hong Kong Sixes 2025 competition on Friday. Weather played a crucial role, with rain interrupting the game, leading to India winning by 2 runs using the DLS method.

Match Highlights

The match started with competitive gameplay, but the winner was uncertain until the full overs could be completed.
India has delivered several strong overs, building pressure with disciplined bowling.
Dinesh Karthik made a strategic decision by introducing Shabaz Nadeem to slow down the Pakistan innings.
Pakistan opener Khwaja showed good form despite the low target to chase.
Defending a low score required clever bowling changes and tight fielding from India.
Stuart Binny took the new ball from one end, aiding India's bowling effort.
Mithun conceded 18 runs, while Maaz was among the wickets taken by India.
Pakistan managed to restrict India to 86/4, setting a modest target.

"Well, rain has the final laugh here, and India has won the game by 2 runs on the DLS method."

"Smart move from Dinesh Karthik to take the pace out of this innings."

Despite the challenges, the Indian team adapted well, using tactical bowling changes to defend their total. Pakistan fought hard, but regular wickets kept their chase under control.

Author's Summary

India secured a rain-affected victory over Pakistan by 2 runs via the DLS method in a strategic, closely fought Hong Kong Sixes 2025 opener.

The Indian Express — 2025-11-08