Hong Kong, 31 October (H.S.): The United Arab Emirates (UAE) defeated India by six wickets in their Group C encounter at the Hong Kong Sixes 2026 on Saturday, chasing down a target of 95 in just 4.2 overs without losing a wicket.

Batting first, India managed 94 for six in their allotted six overs. In reply, the UAE raced to 97 without loss in 4.2 overs, sealing victory with 10 balls to spare.

India got off to a disastrous start, with Nitish Rana departing after scoring six runs off two deliveries. Rahul Tewatia and Shashank Singh managed just one run each. Rahul Tripathi provided some impetus with a brisk 24 off seven balls, including one four and three sixes, while captain Krunal Pandya contributed 15 runs from eight deliveries.

T. Natarajan was India's top scorer, smashing 38 off 14 balls with the help of three fours and four sixes to take the team to a respectable total. Kulwant Khejroliya remained unbeaten without scoring. India also conceded nine runs in extras.

Zahid Ali was the most successful bowler for the UAE, claiming three wickets for 32 runs in his two overs. Muhammad Farooq and Mohammad Farzuddin picked up one wicket apiece.

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Hindusthan Samachar / Jun Sarkar