AUS XI vs UAE XI Dream11 Prediction – Match 6, Hong Kong Sixes 2025
In an exciting fixture of the Hong Kong Sixes 2025, the Australia XI will face the United Arab Emirates XI in Match 6 on 7 November 2025 at the Mission Road Ground, Mong Kok, Hong Kong.
The tournament’s six-a-side format (each team fields six players) creates a fast-paced contest where batting explosiveness and bowling variation can decide the outcome quickly. Australia enter as favourites given their depth and experience, while UAE will look to punch above their weight with tactical bowling and aggressive batting.
Match Details
- Date: Friday, 7 November 2025
- Venue: Mission Road Ground, Mong Kok, Hong Kong
- Format: Six-a-side cricket (6 overs per side) — Hong Kong Sixes 2025
Team Previews
Australia XI
Australia’s squad includes top names like Ben McDermott, Alex Ross (c), William Bosisto, Chris Green, Andrew Tye and Jack Wood. Their strength lies in aggressive batting, experienced bowling attack, and smart tactical planning suited to shortened formats. They will aim to dominate through top-order hitters and versatile bowlers who can pick up wickets quickly.
United Arab Emirates XI
The UAE XI features players such as Harshit Kaushik (c), Khalid Shah (wk), Muhammad Arfan, Zahid Ali, Nilansh Keswani and Saghir Khan. As underdogs, their strategy will depend on quick starts with the bat and disciplined bowling early to put Australia under pressure. If they can seize momentum, upset is possible.
Probable XIs
(Six players per side — final playing XIs will be confirmed pre-match)
Australia XI
- Ben McDermott (wk)
- Alex Ross (c)
- William Bosisto
- Chris Green
- Jack Wood
- Andrew Tye
United Arab Emirates XI
- Khalid Shah (wk)
- Harshit Kaushik (c)
- Muhammad Arfan
- Zahid Ali
- Nilansh Keswani
- Saghir Khan
Top Fantasy Picks
- Ben McDermott (AUS): Top batter and wicket-keeper; high upside in six-a-side.
- Alex Ross (AUS): Captain and experienced at fast-format batting; likely to score.
- Chris Green (AUS): All-round skills—can bat big and bowl effectively.
- Andrew Tye (AUS): Pace specialist; potential wicket-taker in shortened format.
- Harshit Kaushik (UAE): Captain and key batter for UAE; differential pick.
- Khalid Shah (UAE): Wicket-keeper batter; dual role enhances fantasy value.
- Muhammad Arfan (UAE): Bowler who can exploit pressure situations; value pick.
- Zahid Ali (UAE): Bowler with potential to break the game early; good differential.
Captain & Vice-Captain Choices
- Captain (2 × points): Alex Ross or Ben McDermott
- Vice-Captain (1.5 × points): Harshit Kaushik or Chris Green
Match Prediction
Australia XI enters this fixture as favourites, given their stronger batting depth, experience in short formats and versatility of bowlers. UAE, while motivated and spirited, face a tougher challenge against a top side.
Prediction: Australia XI to win by approx. 4-5 wickets given the six-a-side format and their batting strength.
Fantasy Tips
- Confirm final XI and toss before locking your Dream11 team.
- In six-a-side format, batting explosiveness and bowlers who can pick early wickets matter more than sheer overs.
- Include at least one keeper-batter (McDermott or Shah) for dual-role value.
- If Australia bat first, pick bowlers who can exploit power-play; if UAE bat first, favour their top-order.
- Balance your side: maybe 4 picks from Australia and 2 from UAE to manage risk in this format.
Conclusion
Match 6 of the Hong Kong Sixes 2025 between Australia XI and UAE XI promises an entertaining, high-tempo contest with strong fantasy potential. Key players like Ben McDermott, Alex Ross, Chris Green and Harshit Kaushik should be on your fantasy radar. Back Australia XI with confidence but include one or two UAE picks to differentiate your Dream11 cricket lineup.
