Pandya Returns as India Announce Power-Packed Squad For Hong Kong Sixes 2026

India have announced a strong seven-member squad for the Hong Kong Cricket Sixes 2026. Experienced campaigners like Bhuvneshwar Kumar and Krunal Pandya back in India colours as the team gears up for the series. Bhuvneshwar has been appointed the captain, with Krunal joined by several other experienced IPL names as India aims to bounce back after finishing at the bottom of the 12-team table in the previous edition.

The return of Krunal Pandya has become one of the major talking points, with the star all-rounder coming off an IPL-winning campaign with the Royal Challengers Bengaluru. The appointment of Bhuvneshwar Kumar India captain for the Hong Kong Sixes 2026 came as a surprise, however, it is a good news for his fans. This squad also involves the less-celebrated Pandya brother, Krunal, who had a fantastic IPL 2026 season.

Bhuvneshwar Kumar Appointed India Captain For Hong Kong Sixes 2026

Right-arm pacer Bhuvneshwar Kumar, who comes with 229 international appearances, has been given the responsibility to lead India squad for Hong Kong Super Sixes 2026. He will now be accompanied by Krunal Pandya and T Natarajan in the bowling department, both of whom have represented India at the international level.

The seven-member squad has a strong all-round balance, with multiple players capable of contributing with both bat and ball. The batting has the likes of Shashank Singh, Rahul Tewatia and Nitish Rana, who are counted amongst the best finishers in IPL.

India Squad For Hong Kong Sixes 2026

India Schedule in Hong Kong Super Sixes 2026

The Hong Kong Super Sixes 2026 is set to begin on October 30, with the schedule running for three days. The tournament features 12 teams divided into four groups, with India set for a high-profile clash against arch-rivals Pakistan in the group stage.

The competition will be played in a six-a-side format, where matches are designed to produce fast scoring and aggressive cricket. India have won the Hong Kong Sixes only once, back in 2005. Since the tournament's revival in 2024, the team has struggled, exiting the group stage in both editions and losing nine of their ten matches across two editions. The new-look squad will therefore be aiming to reverse that record in 2026.