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United Arab Emirates vs Scotland, HKS, Today Match Prediction
Toss Winner - United Arab Emirates won the toss and choose to bowl first
Scotland beat United Arab Emirates by 45 runs
Can UAE get third-place finish as they take on Scotland?
- Scotland and UAE both failed to reach the final after losing their respective games.
- Khalid Shah has been UAE's standout performer, scoring 161 runs in three matches, including two half-centuries.
- Michael Leask has been Scotland's leading run-scorer with 105 runs in three matches.
Scotland to win.
| Tournament: | Hong Kong Sixes, 2026 |
| Format: | _new_kind |
| Venue: | Mission Road Ground, Mong Kok, Hong Kong, Hong Kong |
| Toss Prediction: | To Bowl |
UAE vs SCT Match Prediction & Analysis
Scotland and UAE will lock horns in the 3rd place playoff game of the Hong Kong Sixes 2026 on Sunday, 1st November. The venue for this match is Mission Road Ground, Mong Kok, Kowloon, Hong Kong and the scheduled start time is 9:00 IST.
Scotland suffered a close defeat to Afghanistan in the Cup Semifinal and UAE fell short against Australia in another Semifinal game. Both sides were the group winners by winning both games. Both teams would look to finish third in the tournament.
RECENT PERFORMANCE
UAE
L
W
W
UAE
106/2 in 6.0 17.67
HKS
United Arab Emirates beat Pakistan by 0 wickets
109/5 in 6.0 18.17
SCT
L
W
W
SCT
100/3 in 6.0 16.67
HKS
Afghanistan beat Scotland by 21 runs
121/4 in 6.0 20.17
94/5 in 6.0 15.67
HKS
Scotland beat Bangladesh by 1 wickets
97/4 in 6.0 16.17
HEAD TO HEAD
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TEAMS PREVIEW
United Arab Emirates Preview
The United Arab Emirates will be eager to bounce back after suffering a 53-run defeat against Australia in their Cup semi-final. Chasing a massive target of 142, UAE managed only 88/6 in 5.3 overs. Captain Khalid Shah top-scored with 38 off 12 deliveries, while Muhammad Zuhaib contributed 16 off eight balls.
UAE have had an impressive campaign, winning both their Group C matches to finish at the top of the standings. They started with a thrilling one-wicket victory over Pakistan, chasing down 107 as Khalid Shah smashed 71 off just 20 deliveries.
They followed it up with a dominant six-wicket victory over India, chasing 95 without losing a wicket in just 4.2 overs. Khalid Shah scored an unbeaten 52 off 14 balls, while Ansh Tandon remained unbeaten on 39 off 12 deliveries.
Khalid Shah has been UAE's standout performer, scoring 161 runs in three matches, including two half-centuries. Ansh Tandon has also impressed with 79 runs, while Zahid Ali has contributed 31 runs and picked up three wickets against India. Khalid's explosive batting and Zahid's bowling will be crucial to UAE's chances in the third-place encounter.
United Arab Emirates Predicted Playing XI:
Khalid Shah (c), Ansh Tandon, Maroof Merchant, Mohammed Faraazuddin, Muhammad Farooq, Muhammad Zuhaib, Zahid Ali.
United Arab Emirates Key Players From Previous Game Of Hong Kong Sixes, 2026
United Arab Emirates Actual Playing XI:
Maroof Merchant, Ansh Tandon, Khalid Shah, Mohammed Faraazuddin, Muhammad Zuhaib, Mohammad Zahid Ali
Scotland Preview
Scotland head into the contest on the back of a 21-run defeat against Afghanistan in the Cup semi-final after being asked to bowl first. Afghanistan posted 121/4 in their six overs and Scotland could manage only 100/3, despite a brilliant unbeaten 54 off 17 deliveries from Jack Jarvis.
Scotland enjoyed an impressive group-stage campaign, winning both their matches to finish at the top of Group B. They started with a two-wicket victory over Bangladesh, chasing down 95 after Finlay McCreath smashed an unbeaten 53 off 20 balls. They followed it up with a convincing 26-run win against Sri Lanka, posting 144 before restricting the opposition to 118. Michael Leask scored unbeaten 70 off just 15 deliveries.
Michael Leask has been Scotland's leading run-scorer with 105 runs in three matches, while Finlay McCreath has accumulated 86 runs, including an unbeaten 53. Jack Jarvis has also made a valuable contribution with 83 runs, including 54 in the semi-final. With the ball, Jasper Davidson has been their standout performer with six wickets, while Leask has claimed three scalps.
Scotland Predicted Playing XI:
Finlay McCreath (c), Jasper Davidson, Jack Jarvis, Mackenzie Jones, Michael Leask, Lyle Robertson, Safyaan Sharif
Scotland Key Players From Previous Game Of Hong Kong Sixes, 2026
Scotland Actual Playing XI:
Mackenzie Jones, Finlay McCreath, Michael Leask, Jasper Davidson, Jack Jarvis, Lyle Robertson
PITCH AND WEATHER CONDITIONS
Weather Conditions
The weather at Mong Kok, Kowloon, Hong Kong on 1st November is expected to be cloudy with a high of 29°C and a low of 23°C, along with 5% chance of rain and north winds at 11 kph.
UAE vs SCT Pitch Report
The surface at Mission Road Ground is highly batting-friendly, with short boundaries and a quick outfield allowing batters to score freely. Power-hitting will be crucial, as teams that clear the ropes regularly are likely to gain a significant advantage.
The average first-innings score in Hong Kong Sixes matches at this venue is around 127 runs, making anything above 120 a competitive total. Chasing such targets can be challenging, as totals of 120 or more have been successfully chased only twice in the tournament's history.
Score prediction:
If UAE bat first - 120-130 runs
If Scotland bat first - 110-120 runs
Toss: To Bowl
In the last five Hong Kong Sixes matches at this venue, chasing sides have won four games, highlighting a clear advantage for teams batting second. The highest successful run chase in the ongoing edition stands at 124, suggesting that chasing remains a favourable option. Both teams have previously enjoyed success while bowling first, so the captain winning the toss is likely to opt to field, restrict the opposition to a manageable total and chase it down.
Toss Prediction: UAE to win the coin toss.
UAE vs SCT
Winning Prediction
Scotland enter this contest as the favourites to win this match. They are slightly a better side to compete in the six-over format. The European giants are relying on solid power-hitters. They will play UAE for the first time in the competition. This is a crucial match for both teams as both teams would eye a decisive victory of the tournament. The winner will get a third place finish in the competition.
Scotland to win.
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