Chris Green to captain Australia at Hong Kong Sixes 2026
Synopsis
Australia have handed Chris Green the captaincy for the Hong Kong Sixes 2026, assembling a seven-member squad that mixes Kane Richardson's pace experience with a cast of aggressive six-a-side specialists. With JSW Sports debuting as commercial partner and Indian broadcast locked in on Sony Sports and FanCode, the 30 October tournament is drawing serious attention beyond the boundary.
Key Takeaways
Chris Green named captain of Australia's seven-member squad for Hong Kong Sixes 2026 .
Squad: Jack Wood , Max Bryant , Nick Hobson , Kane Richardson , Alex Ross , and Matt Kelly .
Tournament runs from 30 October to 1 November 2026 ; Australia last won the event in 2010 .
JSW Sports joins as commercial partner for the first time, marking its entry into an international sporting IP.
In India, live coverage on Sony Sports Network and streaming on FanCode ; tickets priced at HKD 780 for all three days.
All-rounder Chris Green has been named captain of Australia's seven-member squad for the Hong Kong Sixes 2026, as the former champions gear up for the three-day tournament running from 30 October to 1 November. Australia last won the title in 2010 and will be looking to claim their second crown in the compact six-a-side format.
Australia's Squad
Green will lead a side comprising Jack Wood, Max Bryant, Nick Hobson, Kane Richardson, Alex Ross, and Matt Kelly. The squad blends Richardson's established pace-bowling credentials with Green's all-round ability and a core of players well-suited to the explosive demands of sixes cricket. The format rewards aggressive batting, fast scoring, and quick tactical thinking — areas the selectors appear to have prioritised in their picks.
What Cricket Hong Kong Said
Anuraag Bhatnagar, Director of Marketing and Commercial at Cricket Hong Kong, China, welcomed the squad's announcement warmly. 'Australia's participation adds another exciting dimension to the Hong Kong Sixes 2026. With Chris Green leading a squad featuring a blend of experience, all-round ability and attacking potential, we look forward to seeing them bring their competitive spirit to this iconic format. Their presence further strengthens the quality of the tournament and promises fans an exciting spectacle of fast-paced cricket,' Bhatnagar said.
JSW Sports Makes Its Mark
The 2026 edition is notable off the field as well — JSW Sports is coming on board as the tournament's commercial partner for the first time, marking the organisation's debut partnership with an international sporting intellectual property. The tie-up signals growing corporate interest in the niche but globally popular sixes format.
Broadcast Details and Tickets
Indian fans can watch the tournament live on Sony Sports Network, with live streaming available on FanCode. Tickets are priced at HKD 780, covering all three days of competition. Teams from across the world will participate in the event, which has built a reputation for explosive hitting, innovative stroke play, and high-octane entertainment.
Point of View
Not just associate teams. Green's appointment is pragmatic — his all-round profile suits a format where a single player must contribute with bat, ball, and field in rapid succession. The bigger story, however, may be JSW Sports stepping in as commercial partner: it reflects a calculated bet that compact, entertainment-first cricket formats can command serious sponsorship outside the IPL ecosystem. How that partnership monetises over the three days will be worth watching as the organisation eyes further international IP tie-ups.
NationPress
13 Oct 2026
Frequently Asked Questions
Who is captaining Australia at the Hong Kong Sixes 2026?
All-rounder Chris Green has been named captain of Australia's squad for the Hong Kong Sixes 2026. He will lead a seven-member side at the tournament from 30 October to 1 November in Hong Kong.
What is Australia's full squad for the Hong Kong Sixes 2026?
Australia's squad is: Chris Green (captain), Jack Wood, Max Bryant, Nick Hobson, Kane Richardson, Alex Ross, and Matt Kelly. The squad combines Richardson's pace experience with Green's all-round ability and a group of attacking players.
When and where is the Hong Kong Sixes 2026?
The Hong Kong Sixes 2026 is a three-day tournament scheduled from 30 October to 1 November in Hong Kong. Teams from across the world will compete in the six-a-side format.
Where can fans in India watch the Hong Kong Sixes 2026?
Indian fans can watch the Hong Kong Sixes 2026 live on Sony Sports Network, with live streaming available on FanCode. Tickets for the event are priced at HKD 780, covering all three days of competition.
What is JSW Sports' role in the Hong Kong Sixes 2026?
JSW Sports is joining as the commercial partner of the Hong Kong Sixes for the first time in the 2026 edition. This marks the organisation's debut partnership with an international sporting intellectual property.
