Pakistan triumph at Hong Kong Sixes

Blistering half centuries by Abdul Razzaq and Sohail Tanvir guided Pakistan to a 35-run victory over England to be crowned champions at the Hong Kong Sixes on Sunday. Captain Razzaq smashed 63 not out, while the left-handed Tanvir battered 58, as Pakistan set an imposing target of 155.

It was too much for England who regularly lost wickets before being bowled out with two balls left in the final eight-ball over, sparking jubilation among most of the 4,500-strong crowd at the Kowloon Cricket Club.

The victory saw Pakistan draw level with England as the team with the most number of wins at the big-hitting event - each on five. But Pakistan warned they will be back for more.

HONG KONG, Sunday, AFP