England Announces Squad for 2026 Hong Kong Sixes, John Simpson Named Captain
England has unveiled its squad for the 2026 Hong Kong Sixes, with John Simpson set to lead the team in this exciting tournament.
Hong Kong, October 21 (Daily Kiran) : England has officially announced its squad for the upcoming 2026 Hong Kong Sixes. John Simpson, captain of the Sussex Cricket Club and a wicketkeeper-batsman, will lead the team in this highly anticipated tournament. The event is scheduled to take place from October 30 to November 1, 2026, at the Tin Kwong Road Recreation Ground in Hong Kong.
The Hong Kong Sixes features teams of six players, with each innings consisting of six overs. The tournament is characterized by aggressive cricket, rapid scoring, and contributions from players in all departments, including batting, bowling, and fielding. Simpson will captain a seven-member squad that includes Edward Bernard, Finn Hudson-Prentice, Jack Carson, Martin Anderson, Daniel Mousley, and Nathan Gilchrist. This team boasts leadership experience and all-round capabilities essential for success in the high-scoring and thrilling format of the Hong Kong Sixes. England has been placed in Group A alongside Australia and Hong Kong (China) and aims to improve upon its semi-final finish from 2025.
At 38, Simpson has been a vital part of English county cricket for over a decade. He played a key role in leading Sussex to promotion in 2024 and scored 1,086 runs in the 2025 County Championship. He remains the captain of Sussex and has represented England in three One Day Internationals against Pakistan in July 2021. Additionally, he was part of the MCC team that competed in the Hong Kong Sixes in 2017.
Edward Bernard, who captains Warwickshire across all formats, was part of the Worcestershire team that won the T20 Blast in 2018. Sussex’s off-spinner Jack Carson also led his county team during the One Day Cup this season. Derbyshire all-rounder Martin Anderson is in exceptional form, having taken six wickets for just 23 runs against Leicestershire in May, marking the best T20 figures in Derbyshire’s history and earning him the PCA Player of the Month award for May 2026.
Daniel Mousley, a left-handed batsman and off-spin bowler from Warwickshire, brings international experience, having played ODIs and T20Is for England. He was also part of the England team in last year’s Hong Kong Sixes. Sussex’s Finn Hudson-Prentice adds depth in seam bowling and batting, while Nathan Gilchrist, a fast bowler born in Zimbabwe, will strengthen the team’s pace attack.
Commenting on the squad announcement, Anurag Bhatnagar, Commercial and Marketing Director of Cricket Hong Kong, China, expressed excitement. He noted, “England is bringing its rich cricketing heritage and some of the best all-round talents from county cricket to the Hong Kong Sixes 2026. This tournament celebrates the thrill, entertainment, and fast-paced nature of cricket, and this team under John Simpson’s leadership will enhance that excitement. We look forward to welcoming this team and providing fans with a memorable cricketing experience.”
The Hong Kong Sixes is renowned for its unique format, featuring teams of six players engaged in thrilling matches filled with powerful hitting, innovative bowling, and continuous action. The 2026 edition will see teams from around the world participating, promising a spectacular celebration of the sport for fans. The England squad for the Hong Kong Sixes 2026 includes John Simpson (captain), Edward Bernard, Finn Hudson-Prentice, Jack Carson, Martin Anderson, Daniel Mousley, and Nathan Gilchrist.
