Mong Kok, Hong Kong: Pakistani all-rounder Abbas Afridi stunned cricket fans by hitting six sixes in a single over during the Hong Kong Sixes match against Kuwait. However, as per tournament rules, this feat does not count towards official records.
The Hong Kong Sixes is a unique, high-scoring tournament with 6-over matches, designed purely for entertainment. Teams consist of six players, with the wicketkeeper exempt from bowling, and the other five players must bowl an over each.
Afridi’s Incredible Over
The explosive right-handed batsman faced Yaseen Patel’s 5th over, dispatching every ball for maximums. The last delivery of the over, bowled above the waist, was declared a no-ball, giving Afridi an extra delivery. He completed the over with 38 runs, including the six sixes.
Pakistan Secures Victory in Two Overs
Pakistan was chasing a target of 124 runs. After 4 overs, they were 57/1, with Afridi leading the charge. In the fifth over, Pakistan scored 38 runs, and in the final over, they added another 29 runs to seal a comfortable victory. Afridi finished with a breathtaking 55 runs off just 12 balls, while Shahid Aziz remained unbeaten with 23 runs from 5 balls.
Afridi’s Growing Career
At just 24 years old, Abbas Afridi has represented Pakistan in 24 T20 Internationals, claiming 38 wickets. Primarily a fast bowler, he is also known for his lower-order batting prowess. Afridi played in the T20 World Cup last year but was not selected for the Asia Cup in September.
His sensational performance at the Hong Kong Sixes demonstrates that he can be a game-changer with both ball and bat, leaving fans eager for more of his explosive innings.
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