Pakistan are the favourites in this Hong Kong vs Pakistan match prediction, holding a 55% win probability against Hong Kong’s 45%. Sahibzada Farhan’s batting and a 2-0 head-to-head record favour PAK in this quarter-final. This preview covers match details, streaming, toss and pitch notes, squads, key players for fantasy cricket tips, and a full prediction table. HKG beat Oman by 41 runs last time, so expect a fight.
Hong Kong vs Pakistan Match Details
Match | Hong Kong vs Pakistan | 1st Quarter-Final | Asian Games Men’s Cricket Competition |
Date | 28/09/2026 (Monday) |
Time | 6:00 AM BDT / 5:00 AM PKT / 5:30 AM INR |
Format | T20 |
Venue | Korogi Sports Park, Nisshin |
Recent performance | Hong Kong – L W A L W, Pakistan – L W NR L W |
HKG vs PAK Asian Games Men’s Cricket Competition 2026: Live Streaming & Broadcast Info
Broadcast options differ by region, and fans can follow this fixture through the platforms below.
- Pakistan: PTV Sports, Geo Super (TV); Tamasha, Tapmad (Streaming)
- India: Sony Sports Network (TV), SonyLIV (Streaming)
- USA & Canada: Willow TV
- Bangladesh: Sony Sports Network, SonyLIV
- Sri Lanka: Sony Sports Network, SonyLIV
- Nepal: Sony Sports Network, SonyLIV
- MENA: beIN Sports (TV), beIN SPORTS CONNECT (Streaming)
- Worldwide: Matches available via Sports Live Hub for global streaming access across regions.
Click here to watch the Live Stream on Sports Live Hub (SLH)
Hong Kong vs Pakistan Toss Prediction
Pakistan are predicted to win the toss and bat first. No toss impact analysis, dew report or pitch detail has been confirmed, so this call rests on Pakistan’s batting-led approach. Setting a big total suits a side built around Sahibzada Farhan, and the projection for PAK is 200+.
Korogi Sports Park, Nisshin Pitch Report
Korogi Sports Park, NisshinNo official pitch report has been shared for Korogi Sports Park, Nisshin, so conditions remain unconfirmed. The projected totals, 190+ for HKG and 200+ for PAK, point towards a batting-friendly surface. Bowlers such as Ayush Shukla and Abrar Ahmed will still hunt early control. Check for fresh pitch updates close to the toss before finalising any picks.
Weather Report
Temperature and dew details have not been provided, so weather conditions remain unconfirmed for this fixture. The match starts at 6:00 AM BDT, and any dew or humidity could push teams towards chasing, although the toss forecast still favours Pakistan batting first. Keep an eye on the weather report before the coin toss.
HKG vs PAK Head-to-Head Records
Matches Played | 2 |
HKG Won | 0 |
PAK Won | 2 |
Tied | 0 |
No Result | 0 |
First-ever Fixture | September 2, 2022 |
Most-recent Fixture | October 3, 2023 |
Hong Kong vs Pakistan Team Preview & Squads
Hong Kong
Captain Yasim Murtaza is central to Hong Kong’s plans, doubling as leader and key all-rounder. HKG beat Oman by 41 runs in their last match, defending 121/8 and bowling Oman out for 80/6 in a chase of 122. That result shows what a disciplined, well-led side can do in a low-scoring game.
Babar Hayat is the key batter, while Hafeez Khan is tipped as top run-scorer and most sixes hitter. A forecast of 190+ is ambitious given the 121/8 posted last time, so the top order must turn starts into big scores. Recent form of L W A L W shows plenty of inconsistency.
Ayush Shukla leads the attack and is predicted as top wicket-taker, with Yasim Murtaza adding balance as an all-rounder. The bowlers squeezed Oman well, but Pakistan’s batters will offer a far tougher examination, so discipline with the new ball will decide how long HKG stay in this contest.
Hong Kong Squads
Hong KongYasim Murtaza, Babar Hayat, Anas Khan, Anshy Rath, Ehsan Khan, Hafeez Khan, Shiv Mathur, Mohammad Ghazanfar, Mohammad Hassan Khan, Mohammad Waheed, Nasrulla Rana, Nizakat Khan, Rajab Hussain, Shahid Wasif, Ayush Shukla
Pakistan
Sahibzada Farhan leads Pakistan and is also their key batter, so the captain’s bat carries huge influence. He is our predicted Player of the Match. PAK come off a narrow loss to England, where they made 164/9 and England chased it with 5 balls remaining, and Harry Brook’s 100 off 51 balls made the difference.
Farhan is tipped as top run-scorer and most sixes hitter, and Pakistan are projected to reach 200+. The batting line-up will need to convert that ambition into runs, especially after a recent form line of L W NR L W. A confident start would put HKG under pressure early.
Abrar Ahmed is the key bowler, while Saim Ayub is the key all-rounder and our predicted top wicket-taker. Their bowling narrowly missed defending 164 against England, so tighter death overs are essential. Saim Ayub’s dual role gives Pakistan valuable flexibility with both bat and ball.
Pakistan Squads
Pakistan
Sahibzada Farhan, Abdul Samad, Abrar Ahmed, Ahmed Daniyal, Akif Javed, Ali Raza, Arafat Minhas, Haider Ali, Hasan Nawaz, Maaz Sadaqat, Mohammad Wasim, Saad Masood, Saim Ayub, Sufyan Moqim, Usman Khan
HKG vs PAK Prediction
Event | Hong Kong | Pakistan |
Toss Winner | – | Pakistan |
Player of the Match | – | Sahibzada Farhan |
Top Run Scorer | Hafeez Khan | Sahibzada Farhan |
Top Wicket Taker | Ayush Shukla | Saim Ayub |
Most Sixes | Hafeez Khan | Sahibzada Farhan |
Predicted Score | 190+ | 200+ |
Win Probability | 45% | 55% |
Hong Kong vs Pakistan Winning Prediction
Our final call is Pakistan to win with a 55% probability, backed by Sahibzada Farhan’s batting and a 2-0 head-to-head record over Hong Kong. HKG have momentum and could surprise, but Pakistan look stronger overall. Do you agree with this verdict, or can Yasim Murtaza’s side pull off an upset? Follow JeetBuzz for more updates, stats and analysis before the HKG vs PAK toss.
FAQ: Asian Games Men’s Cricket 2026 1st Quarter-Final
Q1. What time does Hong Kong vs Pakistan start in IST?
A: The match starts at 5:30 AM IST on September 28, 2026.
Q2. Where can Pakistan fans watch the game?
A: The match is available to stream live on Sports Live Hub (SLH)
Q3. Who is Pakistan’s key batter in this quarter-final?
A: Sahibzada Farhan, who is also the captain, is Pakistan’s key batter.