Delhi: The wait for cricket in Asian Games 2026 is over. The official schedule of men's and women's cricket tournaments has been released. Last time, both the Indian men's and women's teams had won gold medals in the Asian Games. Now Team India will once again have its eyes on the gold medal.
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In men's cricket, India has got a direct place in the quarter-finals. Team India will play its first match on 28 September 2026. At the same time, the Indian women's team will start its campaign on September 18.
In the men's tournament, Afghanistan, Japan and Nepal have been placed in Group A, while Group B includes Hong Kong, China, Malaysia and Oman. Apart from India, Sri Lanka, Bangladesh and Pakistan have got direct entry into the quarter finals. The final of the tournament will be played on 3 October.
asian games men's cricket team schedule
| date | match | type of match | place |
|---|---|---|---|
| 24 September 2026 | afghanistan vs japan | Group A | Korogi Athletic Park |
| 24 September 2026 | Hong Kong, China vs. Malaysia | group b | Korogi Athletic Park |
| 25 September 2026 | Hong Kong, China vs Oman | group b | Korogi Athletic Park |
| 25 September 2026 | afghanistan vs nepal | Group A | Korogi Athletic Park |
| 26 September 2026 | japan vs nepal | Group A | Korogi Athletic Park |
| 26 September 2026 | malaysia vs oman | group b | Korogi Athletic Park |
| 28 September 2026 | Pakistan vs second placed team of Group B | quarter final | Korogi Athletic Park |
| 28 September 2026 | India vs second placed team of Group A | quarter final | Korogi Athletic Park |
| 29 September 2026 | Sri Lanka vs Group A Winner Team | quarter final | Korogi Athletic Park |
| 29 September 2026 | Bangladesh vs winning team of Group B | quarter final | Korogi Athletic Park |
| 1 October 2026 | Winner of Quarter Final-1 vs Winner of Quarter Final-4 | semi final | Korogi Athletic Park |
| 1 October 2026 | Winner of Quarter Final-2 vs Winner of Quarter Final-3 | semi final | Korogi Athletic Park |
| 3 October 2026 | bronze medal match | knock out | Korogi Athletic Park |
| 3 October 2026 | Final | knock out | Korogi Athletic Park |
asian games women's cricket team schedule
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| date | match | type of match | place |
|---|---|---|---|
| 17 September 2026 | bangladesh vs china | knock out | Korogi Athletic Park |
| 17 September 2026 | Pakistan vs Thailand | knock out | Korogi Athletic Park |
| 18 September 2026 | sri lanka vs malaysia | knock out | Korogi Athletic Park |
| 18 September 2026 | india vs japan | knock out | Korogi Athletic Park |
| 20 September 2026 | Winner of number-2 team vs number-3 team | semi final | Korogi Athletic Park |
| 20 September 2026 | Winner of number-1 team vs number-4 team | semi final | Korogi Athletic Park |
| 22 September 2026 | bronze medal match | knock out | Korogi Athletic Park |
| 22 September 2026 | Final | knock out | Korogi Athletic Park |
FAQ
When will the Indian men's cricket team play its first match in the Asian Games 2026?
The Indian men's cricket team will play its first match in the Asian Games 2026 on 28 September 2026. India has got a direct place in the quarter finals.
When will the Indian women's cricket team play its first match in the Asian Games 2026?
The Indian women's cricket team will play its first match against Japan on 18 September 2026. This match will be played at Korogi Athletic Park.