Qatar vs Hong Kong 2nd T20 Match Preview – After a stunning low-scoring thriller in the first T20I, Qatar will be brimming with confidence as they aim to seal a historic series victory against Hong Kong in the second and final match. The encounter is set for this evening at the West End Park International Cricket Stadium.
In a remarkable display of bowling and grit, Qatar defended a paltry total of 109 runs on Wednesday, winning the first match by a narrow 6-run margin. The hosts, led by a sensational spell from their captain Mirza Mohammed Baig (3 wickets for 8 runs), bundled out Hong Kong for just 103, throwing the pre-series predictions into disarray.
For Hong Kong, a team with a much richer cricketing history, the loss was a significant blow. Their powerful batting lineup, featuring stalwarts like Babar Hayat, Anshuman Rath, and Nizakat Khan, failed to chase down a modest target. This second T20I has now become a must-win game for them to level the series and salvage their pride. Qatar, on the other hand, can sense a major scalp and will be playing with the freedom that a 1-0 lead provides.
Qatar vs Hong Kong Match Details
| Match | Qatar (QAT) vs Hong Kong (HK), 2nd T20I |
| Series | Hong Kong tour of Qatar 2025 |
| Venue | West End Park International Cricket Stadium, Doha |
| Date | Thursday, November 13, 2025 |
| Time | 05:30 PM (Local) |
Qatar vs Hong Kong Head-to-Head (T20I)
While Hong Kong has historically had the upper hand, Qatar’s victory yesterday has tightened the all-time record, proving they are more than capable of competing with their more established rivals.
| Total Matches | Qatar Won | Hong Kong Won | No Result |
| 5 | 2 | 3 | 0 |
Qatar vs Hong Kong Pitch Report
The West End Park International Cricket Stadium, which has a reputation as a balanced surface, revealed its true, bowler-friendly nature in the first T20I. The pitch was far from a batting paradise.
Batting: Both teams struggled to score, with a combined 20 wickets falling for just 212 runs. Batters will need to be patient, work hard for their runs, and dig in.
Bowling: The pitch offered significant assistance to medium-pacers and spinners. Bowlers who took pace off the ball and hit disciplined lines were rewarded.
Trend: Another low-to-mid-scoring game is highly likely. The captain winning the toss might be tempted to bat first again, to put a score on the board, however, dew could be a factor in the second innings.
Qatar vs Hong Kong Weather Report
The weather in Doha is expected to be perfect for cricket. The forecast for this evening is clear skies with no chance of rain. Temperatures will be pleasant, likely hovering in the mid-20s (Celsius) during match time. Humidity will be present, which could lead to dew forming on the grass in the second half of the game, potentially making it slightly easier for the team chasing.
Qatar vs Hong Kong Probable Playing11
Qatar (QAT): Imal Liyanage (wk), Zubair Ali, Muhammad Asim, Saqlain Arshad, Mirza Mohammed Baig (c), Shahzaib Jamil, Mohammad Ikramullah Khan, Owais Ahmed, Mujeeb ur Rehman, Shariq Munir, Mokbul Ahammed.
Hong Kong (HK): Zeeshan Ali (wk), Anshuman Rath, Babar Hayat, Nizakat Khan, Yasim Murtaza (c), Kinchit Shah, Hassan Khan Mohammad, Ehsan Khan, Ateeq Iqbal, Mohammad Waheed, Aizaz Khan.
Qatar vs Hong Kong Squads
Qatar Squad: Imal Liyanage (wk), Zubair Ali, Shariq Munir, Muhammad Asim, Shahzaib Jamil, Mirza Mohammed Baig (c), Saqlain Arshad, Mokbul Ahammed, Mohammad Ikramullah Khan, Mujeeb ur Rehman, Owais Ahmed.
Hong Kong Squad: Zeeshan Ali (wk), Anshuman Rath, Babar Hayat, Nizakat Khan, Shiv Mathur, Yasim Murtaza (c), Kinchit Shah, Hassan Khan Mohammad, Ehsan Khan, Mohammad Waheed, Ateeq Iqbal, Aizaz Khan.
Qatar vs Hong Kong Match Prediction
This match is a classic clash of momentum versus reputation. Qatar has all the momentum and the confidence of playing in home conditions where their bowlers just executed a perfect game plan. Hong Kong has the pressure, but also a lineup of experienced players who will be furious with their previous performance.
It is highly unlikely that Hong Kong’s batting unit will fail so comprehensively twice in a row. Expect a strong response from their top order. However, they will be up against a Qatari bowling attack that now believes it can defend any total.
This will be another tight, bowler-dominated contest. While Qatar’s confidence makes them dangerous, Hong Kong’s need to win and their superior batting depth on paper give them a slight edge.
Prediction: Hong Kong to win a close match and level the series 1-1.
