Hong Kong vs Malaysia Prediction 1st T20, Dream11 Prediction, Betting Tips, Playing XI, Pitch & Weather Report – 18th July 2025
The highly anticipated clash between two strong associate nations, Hong Kong and Malaysia, promises to be a tightly contested battle. As both sides gear up for the 1st T20 at Singapore National Cricket Ground on July 18, cricket fans and fantasy players alike are keenly eyeing this fixture. With the keyword Hong Kong vs Malaysia prediction trending across platforms, let’s break down the match forecast, team previews, playing XIs, stats, fantasy picks, pitch/weather conditions, and more to help you make the most informed calls.
Match Details
| Match | HK vs MLY, 1st T20 |
|---|---|
| Date | Friday, July 18, 2025 |
| Time | 6:30 AM IST |
| Venue | Singapore National Cricket Ground, Singapore |
| Broadcast | FanCode |
Team Previews
Hong Kong Preview
Hong Kong boasts a well-balanced squad led by Yasim Murtaza. Their batting line-up is filled with experienced campaigners like Nizakat Khan, Anshuman Rath, and Babar Hayat — all capable of producing explosive innings. Rath’s ability to anchor the innings while others attack around him gives Hong Kong flexibility.
In the bowling department, Ehsan Khan and Aizaz Khan bring depth with spin and pace respectively, while Ayush Shukla has shown promise with the new ball. The leadership of Yasim Murtaza adds strength to the middle order, as well as experience with the ball. Their recent form in T20s has been mixed, but they have shown consistency in pressure games, especially against fellow Asian opponents.
The return of Martin Coetzee and young talent like Kalhan Challu provides further options. Zeeshan Ali behind the stumps adds to their sharp fielding unit. With their recent performances and H2H record, Hong Kong will start the game as slight favorites.
Malaysia Preview
Malaysia, under the leadership of Virandeep Singh, enters the match with momentum from a few strong performances against Nepal and Singapore earlier this year. Syed Aziz remains their standout performer, capable of taking the game away in the first six overs. He pairs well with the reliable Ahmad Faiz at the top.
Virandeep’s versatility and calm under pressure give this team stability in crunch moments. Lower down, the hard-hitting Sharvin Muniandy and Muhammad Amir Azim provide finishing firepower. With the ball, Khizar Hayat and Arif Ullah bring a mix of pace and variation, and the young left-arm spinner Azri Azhar could be Malaysia’s X-factor.
Malaysia’s fielding has been one of their strongest aspects recently, and with bowlers like Muhammad Syahadat and Vijay Unni in the mix, they can trouble Hong Kong if early wickets fall.
Probable Playing XIs
Hong Kong:
Zeeshan Ali (wk), Nizakat Khan, Anshuman Rath, Babar Hayat, Yasim Murtaza (c), Aizaz Khan, Waqas Barkat, Ayush Shukla, Ehsan Khan, Nasrulla Rana, Kalhan Challu
Malaysia:
Syed Aziz, Virandeep Singh (c), Ahmad Faiz, Sharvin Muniandy, Ainool Hafizs (wk), Muhammad Amir Azim, Aslam Khan Malik, Vijay Unni, Khizar Hayat, Arif Ullah, Azri Azhar
Fantasy Dream11 Team XI
| Role | Player |
|---|---|
| WK | Zeeshan Ali |
| Batters | Anshuman Rath, Babar Hayat, Syed Aziz (C), Ahmad Faiz |
| All-rounders | Yasim Murtaza (VC), Virandeep Singh, Sharvin Muniandy |
| Bowlers | Khizar Hayat, Aizaz Khan, Azri Azhar |
Captain: Syed Aziz
Vice-Captain: Yasim Murtaza
Avoid in fantasy team:
- Aslam Khan Malik – Struggled for consistency.
- Waqas Barkat – Low batting impact and doesn’t offer much with the ball.
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Favourite Team Today
Hong Kong is the favorite to win this match. With a superior head-to-head record (8 wins in 16), more experience in T20I tournaments, and key players like Babar Hayat and Yasim Murtaza in form, they are better placed to handle pressure. Their bowling unit, with both spin and pace options, is more adaptable to Singapore conditions. Malaysia, though talented, tends to struggle in powerplay recovery and middle overs against quality spin, which gives Hong Kong a critical edge.
Hong Kong T20 History
Hong Kong has played 109 T20Is, winning 51. They’ve been a steady performer in Asian qualifiers and ICC regional events. Their key strength lies in spin and experienced middle-order batters who absorb pressure well.
Malaysia T20 History
Malaysia has played 102 T20Is, winning 57. They are known for producing technically sound openers and maintaining excellent fielding standards. Over the last three years, they’ve evolved into a competitive associate side.
Head-to-Head Stats
| Matches | HK Wins | MLY Wins | No Result |
|---|---|---|---|
| 16 | 8 | 8 | 0 |
At Neutral Venues: Evenly contested.
Last 5 Matches: Hong Kong leads 3-2.
Pitch Report
The pitch at Singapore National Cricket Ground is generally slow and offers assistance to spinners in the middle overs. Batting first has yielded better results here, with 150+ being a competitive score. Expect a two-paced track.
Weather Report
- Temperature: 31°C
- Humidity: 72%
- Chance of Rain: 5%
- Conditions: Partly cloudy, good for cricket.
Broadcast Details
- Platform: FanCode (India and worldwide)
- Live Score Updates: CricketWebs & Cricbuzz
Toss Prediction
Toss Winner: Hong Kong
Decision: Bat First (take advantage of fresher pitch and scoreboard pressure)
Match Prediction
Winner: Hong Kong Will Win
Their balance in both departments and experience under pressure gives them the upper hand.
Also, once the toss takes place, we might modify the Today Match Prediction as per the playing XIs. Please check this blog after the toss for the updated Prediction.
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