HKG vs MAS- Singapore, June 7, 2026 -Hong Kong Defeat Malaysia by 6 Wickets to Reach Asian Games Qualifier Final

Hong Kong Bowlers Keep Malaysia in Check

After winning the toss, Hong Kong put Malaysia under pressure from the very first over.

Opening bowlers Ayush Shukla and Hassan Khan Mohammad struck early, reducing Malaysia to 9/2 inside three overs. The early breakthroughs left Malaysia struggling to build momentum.

Middle-order batter Virandeep Singh fought hard with a well-made 45 runs from 41 balls, hitting four boundaries and two sixes. He received support from Sharvin Muniandy (20) and Azri Azhar (13), helping Malaysia cross the 100-run mark.

However, Hong Kong's bowlers continued to take wickets at regular intervals.

The star performer with the ball was Ehsan Khan, who delivered a match-winning spell of 4 wickets for 20 runs in his four overs.

Hong Kong Bowling Highlights
Ehsan Khan – 4/20
Ayush Shukla – 2/16
Hassan Khan Mohammad – 2/24
Yasim Murtaza – 1/20

Malaysia finished on 114/9 in 20 overs, a total that appeared below par on a good batting surface.

Shahid Wasif Powers Hong Kong Chase

Chasing 115 for victory, Hong Kong got off to a steady start through Nizakat Khan and Anshy Rath.

Although Malaysia picked up a few wickets in the middle overs, Hong Kong never lost control of the chase.

The match turned decisively in Hong Kong's favour thanks to an outstanding innings from Shahid Wasif, who remained unbeaten on 59 runs from 42 balls, smashing three fours and six towering sixes.

Experienced batter Babar Hayat played the perfect supporting role with an unbeaten 24 runs off 32 deliveries.

Their unbeaten partnership ensured there were no further setbacks as Hong Kong comfortably reached the target.

Hong Kong finished on 120/4 in 18.2 overs, winning by six wickets with ten balls remaining.

Match Summary
Malaysia Innings: 114/9 (20 Overs)

Top Scorers:

Virandeep Singh – 45 (41)
Sharvin Muniandy – 20 (13)
Azri Azhar – 13 (10)

Best Bowlers:

Ehsan Khan – 4/20
Ayush Shukla – 2/16
Hassan Khan Mohammad – 2/24
Hong Kong Innings: 120/4 (18.2 Overs)

Top Scorers:

Shahid Wasif – 59* (42)
Babar Hayat – 24* (32)
Nizakat Khan – 17 (12)

Best Bowlers for Malaysia:

Vijay Unni – 2/16
Virandeep Singh – 1/5
Syed Aziz – 1/26
Player of the Match

Shahid Wasif (Hong Kong)

The wicketkeeper-batter produced a composed yet explosive unbeaten 59, guiding his team safely into the final and finishing the chase in style.

Key Highlights

✅ Hong Kong won by 6 wickets

✅ Shahid Wasif smashed an unbeaten 59*

✅ Ehsan Khan starred with 4 wickets

✅ Virandeep Singh scored 45 for Malaysia

✅ Hong Kong qualified for the Asian Games Qualifier Final

Final Result

Malaysia – 114/9 (20 Overs)

Hong Kong – 120/4 (18.2 Overs)

Hong Kong won by 6 wickets and advanced to the Final of the Asian Games Qualifier 2026.

The victory sets up an exciting final as Hong Kong look to continue their impressive run in the tournament and secure qualification glory.