Hong Kong Commonwealth Cricket Cup 2025 raises HK$200,000 to beat childhood cancer

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The Royal Commonwealth Society Hong Kong Branch (RCSHK) proudly announced that the 2025 Commonwealth Cricket Cup has smashed fundraising records, generating HK$200,000 to support the Little Life Warriors Society in its mission to help children in Hong Kong overcome cancer.

Held on Friday 21 November 2025 at the Kowloon Cricket Club, the fast-paced day of cricket and camaraderie brought together teams representing major Commonwealth nations—including Australia, India, New Zealand, Pakistan, South Africa, and the United Kingdom—in a spirit of competition and community.

Pakistan clinched victory over India in a thrilling Cup Final, while New Zealand triumphed over South Africa to seize the Plate Final. South African all-rounder Matt Rosslee took home the tournament’s MVP Award for his exceptional skill with both bat and ball.

Adding a diplomatic edge to the event, Australian Deputy Consul-General Emma Goodwin and British Deputy Consul-General James Knight swapped suits for cricket whites, captaining their respective teams in the tournament—a gesture underscoring the Commonwealth’s shared spirit of friendship and fair play.

As the sun set, over 100 guests gathered for a Poolside Charity Dinner and Auction at the club, attended by the Consuls-General and Deputy Consuls-General of Australia, Bangladesh, India, New Zealand, Pakistan, South Africa, and the United Kingdom. Their generosity—along with the vital support of sponsors including the Title Sponsor, St James Place, the Venue Sponsor, Kowloon Cricket Club, Ben Delo, Artyzen Hotels & Resorts, Conrad Hotels, Grand Hyatt Macau, Proverse Hong Kong, and The Hari Hong Kong — made the record-breaking donation possible.

The donation cheque was later presented by Sir Nicholas Tam, Vice Chairman of RCSHK, to Mrs. Ois Chan, Chairman of the Little Life Warriors Society, at the RCSHK Christmas Party at The Helena May on 10 December 2025.

“The Commonwealth Cricket Cup continues to unite cultures while doing good,” said Sir Nicholas Tam. “This year’s record-breaking contribution proves the power of cricket—and community—to change lives. We’re deeply grateful to our sponsors, players, and supporters whose generosity makes this event possible.”

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