KUW vs HK Quadrangular T20I Series in Hong Kong 2025: Kuwait pulled off a thrilling 4-wicket win over hosts Hong Kong in the second match of the Quadrangular T20I Series 2025, held at the Tin Kwong Road Recreation Ground, Hong Kong. Chasing a competitive target of 176, Kuwait crossed the finish line in the 19th over, thanks to a match-winning knock by Mohamed Aslam, who was later named Player of the Match.
After winning the toss, Kuwait opted to bowl first — a decision that saw mixed results as Hong Kong posted 175/5 in their 20 overs. The innings was anchored by a classy 76 off 48 balls by Anshuman Rath, well supported by Babar Hayat (40 off 31) and Kalhan Challu (28 off 20). While Kuwait’s bowlers struggled to contain the scoring, Mohamed Shafeeq stood out with figures of 2/22 in 3 overs, and Nimish Lathief chipped in with 1/27.
In reply, Kuwait’s chase got the perfect start with opener Ravija Sandaruwan scoring a crucial 49 off 36 balls. He was ably supported by Meet Bhavsar, who added 42 off 28 to keep the scoreboard ticking. But the star of the show was Mohamed Aslam, whose explosive 55 off 29 balls took the game away from Hong Kong. Despite going wicketless with the ball (0/39 in 4 overs), Aslam’s batting heroics proved decisive in the end.
Hong Kong’s Yasim Murtaza tried to turn the tide with a fighting spell of 3/41 in 4 overs, but the total proved insufficient as Kuwait chased down 176 in 19 overs, finishing at 180/6 and sealing a crucial early victory in the tournament.
With this win, Kuwait joins Nepal in the winners’ circle of the Quadrangular T20I Series 2025, showcasing the rising standards of Associate nations in T20 cricket.
Match Summary:
Venue: Tin Kwong Road Recreation Ground, Hong Kong
Toss: Kuwait won the toss and chose to bowl
Hong Kong: 175/5 (20 overs)
Anshuman Rath: 76 (48)
Babar Hayat: 40 (31)
Kalhan Challu: 28 (20)
Best Bowler (Kuwait): Mohamed Shafeeq 2/22 (3), Nimish Lathief 1/27
Kuwait: 180/6 (19 overs)
Mohamed Aslam: 55 (29)
Ravija Sandaruwan: 49 (36)
Meet Bhavsar: 42 (28)
Best Bowler (Hong Kong): Yasim Murtaza 3/41 (4), Ayush Shukla 1/26
Result: Kuwait won by 4 wickets
Player of the Match: Mohamed Aslam
