Dinesh Karthik Named India Captain For Hong Kong Sixes

Dinesh Karthik has been named captain of Team India for the Hong Kong Sixes 2025, scheduled for November 7–9 at Tin Kwong Road Recreation Ground. The tournament uses a fast-paced six-a-side, six-over format. Karthik, who retired from Indian cricket in 2024 and is currently RCB’s batting coach/mentor and an occasional commentator, said he was honoured and hopes the side will play “fearless, entertaining” cricket. The Indian squad will include veteran spinner Ravichandran Ashwin, marking his return to competitive action after retiring from the IPL. India, who finished bottom in the 2024 edition, will be eager for redemption, and organisers and Cricket Hong Kong said Karthik’s appointment should raise the event’s profile and competitiveness.