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Hong Kong eyes Asian Games cricket win vs Malaysia
24 Sep
Summary
- Hong Kong beat Malaysia in a Super Over tie recently.
- Malaysia lost their recent T20I series 3-0 to UAE.
- Match scheduled for September 24 at Korogi Sports Park.
Malaysia begins its Asian Games 2026 men's cricket campaign facing Hong Kong on September 24 at Korogi Sports Park in Nisshin. This opening match follows a dramatic tie in the ACC Men's Premier Cup, where Hong Kong secured a Super Over victory against Malaysia.
Hong Kong arrives with confidence, having recently defeated Japan by four wickets. Key players Anshuman Rath and captain Yasim Murtaza are expected to perform well. Malaysia, conversely, seeks to rebound from a difficult T20I period, including a recent 3-0 series defeat against the UAE.
Virandeep Singh and captain Syed Aziz Mubarak are pivotal for Malaysia as they aim for a strong start. The match is scheduled for September 24, with the pitch at Korogi Sports Park anticipated to offer a balanced contest, potentially favoring pace bowlers early and spinners later in the game.
