HK Sixes 2026 | Match 12 | Cricket News
In a surprising result at the HK Sixes 2026 tournament, the United Arab Emirates (UAE) defeated India by six wickets in the 12th match. UAE produced an explosive batting performance, chasing India’s target of 95 runs in just 4.2 overs without losing a wicket.
The match saw outstanding performances from UAE captain Khalid Shah and opening batter Ansh Tandon, who dominated the Indian bowling attack.
India Post 94 Runs in Six Overs
Batting first, India scored 94 runs for the loss of six wickets in their allotted six overs.
India set a target of 95 runs for UAE. However, the Indian bowlers struggled to contain the opposition’s aggressive batting.
Khalid Shah Smashes 52 Runs off Just 14 Balls
UAE captain Khalid Shah delivered a spectacular performance, scoring an unbeaten 52 runs from just 14 deliveries.
His innings included:
- 3 boundaries
- 6 sixes
- Strike rate: 371.42
Ansh Tandon also played an impressive innings, remaining unbeaten on 39 runs from just 12 balls, including 2 boundaries and 5 sixes.
Their partnership helped UAE reach 97 without losing a wicket in only 4.2 overs.
Indian Bowlers Struggle Against UAE Batters
The Indian bowling attack had a difficult outing as UAE batters scored freely.
| Indian Bowler | Overs | Runs | Wickets |
|---|---|---|---|
| T Natarajan | 2 | 43 | 0 |
| Shashank Singh | 1 | 17 | 0 |
| Nitish Rana | 1 | 24 | 0 |
| Krunal Pandya | 0.2 | 12 | 0 |
IND vs UAE Full Match Scorecard
| Team | Score |
|---|---|
| India | 94/6 (6 Overs) |
| UAE | 97/0 (4.2 Overs) |
UAE won by 6 wickets
UAE’s Explosive Batting Steals the Show
The biggest highlight of the match was UAE’s fearless batting approach. Khalid Shah and Ansh Tandon attacked from the beginning, leaving India’s bowlers with very little opportunity to recover.
Chasing 95 runs in just 4.2 overs demonstrated the aggressive nature of the HK Sixes format.
The result will certainly attract attention among cricket fans following the 2026 tournament.
Author: Aditya Chandramani Wane
Editor | Maharashtra Bulletin Newspaper
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