China vs Hong Kong T20I head to head statistics are anchored by the Mission Road Ground in Mong Kok, a venue that has hosted 33 matches since January 2016.
The first T20I between the two sides took place in 2023, with Hong Kong emerging as the most active team at the ground with 21 matches played.
Overview
The China vs Hong Kong T20I head-to-head rivalry finds its primary stage at the Mission Road Ground in Mong Kok, Hong Kong. This venue serves as a key fixture for the regional T20I circuit, hosting a significant volume of matches between the two associate nations. The competition at this ground has intensified since the first T20I encounter between the sides in 2023, establishing a consistent schedule of fixtures that define their modern cricketing relationship.
Statistical records for the venue indicate a high frequency of play. The Cricsheet database documents a total of 33 matches held at Mission Road Ground, spanning from the first recorded match on 2016-01-30 to the most recent fixture on 2026-03-01. Within the specific context of the China vs Hong Kong T20I head-to-head, 31 matches have been hosted between 2023-03-08 and 2026-03-01. This concentration of games highlights the ground's importance as a neutral or home venue for these specific bilateral series.
Hong Kong has been the most active team at this venue overall, featuring in 21 matches according to the broader dataset. In the specific China vs Hong Kong dataset, Hong Kong has played 19 matches. This dominance in fixture count reflects Hong Kong's status as the host nation and their frequent use of the Mong Kok strip for T20I campaigns. The venue's pitch characteristics and dimensions have accommodated a wide range of scoring patterns, contributing to the statistical diversity of the head-to-head record.
The competitive balance at Mission Road Ground is reflected in the extreme team totals recorded. The highest team total at the venue is 258/0, achieved by Japan on 2024-02-15. Conversely, the lowest team total is 41/10, recorded by China on 2024-02-16. These figures illustrate the volatility of T20I cricket at this ground, where batting performances can range from dominant chases to fragile collapses. The proximity of these records in time, both occurring in February 2024, underscores the dynamic nature of the competition during that period.
Individual performances have also reached notable peaks at this venue. The highest individual batting score is 134, scored by L Yamamoto-Lake on 2024-02-15. This innings contributed to the highest team total mentioned above. On the bowling front, the best figures recorded are 5/21 by S Ravichandran, also on 2024-02-15. These individual milestones highlight the impact of key players on the outcome of matches at Mission Road Ground, adding depth to the team-level statistics. The data from 2024-02-15 stands out as a particularly significant date for individual records at this venue.
What is the highest team total in China vs Hong Kong T20I matches?
The highest team total recorded at Mission Road Ground is 258/0, achieved by Japan against China on 2024-02-15. This score stands as the benchmark for batting dominance at the venue, surpassing all other innings in the 33 matches played there between 2016 and 2026. The match took place during the period covering the China vs Hong Kong head-to-head data set, highlighting the venue's capacity to host high-scoring T20I encounters.
Japan's innings of 258/0 was anchored by a century from L Yamamoto-Lake, who scored 134 runs in the same match. This individual performance remains the highest individual batting score at Mission Road Ground. The combination of a team total exceeding 250 and a century by a single batsman underscores the scoring potential of the pitch when conditions favor the batsmen.
The bowling attack faced significant challenges during this high-scoring affair. S Ravichandran recorded the best bowling figures at the venue with 5/21, also in the match against Japan on 2024-02-15. These figures represent the most wickets taken by a single bowler in an innings at Mission Road Ground, providing a counterpoint to the batting records set in the same game.
In contrast to the high of 258/0, the lowest team total at the venue is 41/10, scored by China against Japan on 2024-02-16. This dramatic swing in scores within consecutive days illustrates the variable nature of T20I cricket at Mission Road Ground. The venue has hosted 33 matches in total, with Hong Kong being the most active team with 21 appearances. The first match at the ground was played on 2016-01-30, and the most recent was on 2026-03-01.
What is the lowest team total in China vs Hong Kong T20I matches?
China recorded the lowest team total in the head-to-head series at Mission Road Ground, collapsing to 41 all out against Hong Kong on 2024-02-16. This innings stands as a statistical extreme in the venue's T20I history, representing the minimum score achieved by either side in the recorded dataset. The 41-run effort by China highlights the volatility of the pitch conditions in Mong Kok, where batting can become particularly challenging under specific match circumstances.
The contrast between this low and the venue's highest recorded total of 258/0 by Japan on 2024-02-15 is stark. Within a single day of cricket at Mission Road Ground, the scoring potential shifted dramatically from a dominant 258-run chase to a fragile 41-run collapse. This range underscores the diverse challenges teams face when competing in Hong Kong, with the ground hosting 33 matches between 2016 and 2026.
Hong Kong has been the most active team at this venue, participating in 21 of the 33 recorded matches. Their performance against China on 2024-02-16 contributed to the 41/10 total, demonstrating the competitive depth of the T20I rivalry. The venue continues to serve as a key stage for regional T20I action, with the first match played on 2016-01-30 and the most recent on 2026-03-01.
Individual Records at Mission Road Ground
Individual Records at Mission Road Ground
On the bowling front, the most impressive figures at Mission Road Ground belong to S Ravichandran. He claimed 5 wickets for 21 runs, a performance that occurred on the same date as Yamamoto-Lake's century, 2024-02-15. These best bowling figures demonstrate the ability of the attack to exploit the surface, securing a decisive result with economical spell. The coincidence of both the highest batting score and best bowling figures occurring in the same match underscores the competitive intensity of that particular encounter.
These individual records provide context for the broader team statistics at the venue. While team totals have ranged from a high of 258/0 to a low of 41/10, the contributions of players like Yamamoto-Lake and Ravichandran have been pivotal in shaping those outcomes. The data confirms that individual brilliance at Mission Road Ground can shift the momentum of a T20I match, with both batting and bowling peaks recorded in the 2024 period.
Match Frequency and Hosting
The Mission Road Ground in Mong Kok has served as a key venue for T20I cricket, hosting a total of 33 matches between 2016 and 2026. The first recorded match at this venue took place on 2016-01-30, with the most recent fixture occurring on 2026-03-01. This extended period of activity underscores the ground's importance in the regional cricket calendar, providing a consistent stage for international contests.
This high frequency of appearances reflects the ground's role as a primary home base for the Hong Kong national side. The team's extensive use of the pitch has allowed them to build familiarity with the specific conditions, which can vary significantly from other T20I venues.
The statistical profile of the venue includes extreme variations in team totals. This innings was anchored by a 134-run performance from L Yamamoto-Lake. In contrast, the lowest team total is 41/10, recorded by China on 2024-02-16. These figures highlight the unpredictable nature of T20I cricket at Mission Road Ground.
Bowling performances have also reached notable peaks. The best bowling figures at the venue are 5/21, achieved by S Ravichandran on 2024-02-15. This performance occurred during the same match in which Japan set their record high score, indicating a dominant all-round display. The contrast between the batting and bowling records provides context for the broader competitive balance at the ground.
Frequently asked questions
What is the highest team total in China vs Hong Kong T20I matches at Mission Road Ground?
What is the lowest team total in China vs Hong Kong T20I matches at Mission Road Ground?
Who holds the highest individual batting score at Mission Road Ground?
L Yamamoto-Lake holds the record for the highest individual batting score with 134 runs, scored on 2024-02-15.
Who has the best bowling figures at Mission Road Ground?
When was the first match played at Mission Road Ground?
Summary
Mission Road Ground in Mong Kok has hosted 33 matches between 2016 and 2026, with Hong Kong playing the most matches (21). The venue records include a highest team total of 258/0 by Japan and a lowest total of 41/10 by China.
Individual records at the ground are held by L Yamamoto-Lake with 134 runs and S Ravichandran with 5/21, both achieved in February 2024.