Within the next three weeks, cricket enthusiasts will see the other riveting clash between India and Pakistan. The two nations will clash against each other on November 7 at the Tin Kwong Road Recreation Ground in Hong Kong as part of the Hong Kong Sixes tournament. The six-a-side competition sees the arch-nemesis face each other in the same pool, and it promises breathtaking and high-intensity cricket action. Dinesh Karthik Appointed India Captain Ex-India wicketkeeper-batsman Dinesh Karthik will captain Team India during the tournament. Karthik, who has played with R. Ashwin both for India and Tamil Nadu, was thrilled to be given the captaincy role. Ashwin had previously confirmed his presence in the six-a-side tournament, bringing experience and quality to India's team. Karthik said: "It is an absolute honour to lead Team India at the Hong Kong Sixes, a tournament with such rich history and global recognition. I look forward to leading a group of players who have such incredible records to their credit, and together we will aim to bring joy to the fans and play cricket that is both fearless and entertaining." Burji Shroff, Cricket Hong Kong chairperson, was delighted to welcome Karthik's appointment, citing the worth of his experience. Shroff said: "We are thrilled to welcome Dinesh as the captain of Team India for the Hong Kong Sixes 2025. His leadership and wealth of experience will add immense value to the competition, and we are confident that his presence will attract fans from across the globe to witness this spectacular cricketing festival." Also Read | Kohli, Rohit Focus on Skills After Perth Loss Ahead of 2nd ODI Pakistan Squad and Tournament Structure Abbas Afridi will captain the Pakistan team in the Hong Kong Sixes 2025. The 12 teams participating are South Africa, Afghanistan, Nepal, Australia, England, UAE, India, Pakistan, Kuwait, Sri Lanka, Bangladesh, and host Hong Kong. The teams are distributed into four pools, with fixtures to be played on three days starting November 7 to 9. Pools: Pool A: South Africa, Afghanistan, Nepal Pool B: Australia, England, UA Pool C: Kuwait, Pakistan, India Pool D: Hong Kong, Bangladesh, Sri Lanka The Hong Kong Sixes has a long history of quick and thrilling cricket. With the likes of Karthik and Ashwin for India and Afridi for Pakistan, the fans can look forward to thrilling, high-intensity matches and intense rivalry. What to Expect The India-Pakistan showdown in Pool C will be the tournament's centerpiece. Both nations will be hoping to lead their group and go all the way to the title. Both sides have talented players and energetic captains, so there will be electrifying cricket on offer at the Hong Kong Sixes 2025.