Asian Games 2026 Cricket Schedule: Dates, Matches & Results
The Asian Games 2026 cricket schedule is set for Aichi-Nagoya, Japan, with men's and women's Twenty20 cricket competitions taking place in September and October.
The women's tournament begins on September 17, while the men's competition starts on September 24. India is one of the seeded men's teams and enters the tournament directly at the quarter-final stage.
All cricket matches will be played at Korogi Athletic Park in Aichi Prefecture. The official schedule is subject to change, so match information should be checked against the latest Aichi-Nagoya 2026 updates.
Asian Games 2026 Cricket Schedule
Cricket at Aichi-Nagoya 2026 will be played in the T20 format.
The men's competition features 10 teams. Afghanistan, Japan and Nepal are in Group A, while Hong Kong, China, Malaysia and Oman are in Group B. India, Pakistan, Bangladesh and Sri Lanka are seeded directly into the knockout stage.
The women's competition features eight teams and begins with the quarter-final stage.
Women's Cricket Schedule
| Date | Time | Match |
|---|---|---|
| September 17 | 09:00 | Bangladesh vs China |
| September 17 | 14:00 | Pakistan vs Thailand |
| September 18 | 09:00 | Sri Lanka vs Malaysia |
| September 18 | 14:00 | India vs Japan |
| September 20 | 09:00 | Women's Semi-final |
| September 20 | 14:00 | Women's Semi-final |
| September 22 | 09:00 | Bronze Medal Match |
| September 22 | 14:00 | Women's Final |
Times are Japan local time. The official Aichi-Nagoya schedule lists India vs Japan at 14:00 on September 18.
India Women's Cricket Match
India's women's team begins its Asian Games campaign against Japan on September 18.
The match is scheduled for:
India vs Japan
Date: September 18, 2026
Time: 14:00 Japan time
Competition: Women's Cricket Quarter-final
India enters the tournament as the defending women's Asian Games cricket champion.
Men's Cricket Schedule
The men's preliminary competition begins on September 24.
Group A
Afghanistan
Japan
Nepal
Group B
Hong Kong, China
Malaysia
Oman
The top two teams from each group advance to the quarter-finals. India, Pakistan, Bangladesh and Sri Lanka are already seeded into the knockout stage.
Men's Preliminary Matches
| Date | Time | Match |
|---|---|---|
| September 24 | 09:00 | Afghanistan vs Japan |
| September 24 | 14:00 | Hong Kong, China vs Malaysia |
| September 25 | 09:00 | Hong Kong, China vs Oman |
| September 25 | 14:00 | Afghanistan vs Nepal |
| September 26 | 09:00 | Japan vs Nepal |
| September 26 | 14:00 | Malaysia vs Oman |
All times are Japan local time.
Asian Games 2026 Men's Quarter-finals
The men's quarter-finals take place on September 28 and September 29.
| Date | Time | Match |
|---|---|---|
| September 28 | 09:00 | Pakistan vs Group B runner-up |
| September 28 | 13:30 | India vs Group A runner-up |
| September 29 | 09:00 | Sri Lanka vs Group A winner |
| September 29 | 13:30 | Bangladesh vs Group B winner |
India's quarter-final is scheduled for September 28 at 13:30 Japan time. Its opponent will be the second-placed team from Group A.
Asian Games 2026 Cricket Semi-finals
The men's semi-finals are scheduled for October 1.
| Date | Time | Match |
|---|---|---|
| October 1 | 09:00 | Semi-final |
| October 1 | 13:30 | Semi-final |
The exact teams will depend on the quarter-final results.
Asian Games 2026 Cricket Medal Matches
The men's bronze medal match and final are scheduled for October 3.
| Date | Time | Match |
|---|---|---|
| October 3 | 09:00 | Men's Bronze Medal Match |
| October 3 | 13:30 | Men's Final |
The women's bronze medal match and final are scheduled for September 22.
India Cricket Schedule
For Indian cricket fans, the key scheduled matches are:
September 18 — India women vs Japan
September 28 — India men vs Group A runner-up
October 1 — Men's semi-final, if qualified
October 3 — Men's bronze medal match or final, depending on results
India's men's team is seeded directly into the quarter-finals rather than playing in the preliminary group stage.
Asian Games 2026 Cricket Results
This section can be updated throughout the tournament.
Women's Results
| Date | Match | Result |
|---|---|---|
| Sep. 17 | Bangladesh vs China | — |
| Sep. 17 | Pakistan vs Thailand | — |
| Sep. 18 | Sri Lanka vs Malaysia | — |
| Sep. 18 | India vs Japan | — |
Men's Results
| Date | Match | Result |
|---|---|---|
| Sep. 24 | Afghanistan vs Japan | — |
| Sep. 24 | Hong Kong, China vs Malaysia | — |
| Sep. 25 | Hong Kong, China vs Oman | — |
| Sep. 25 | Afghanistan vs Nepal | — |
| Sep. 26 | Japan vs Nepal | — |
| Sep. 26 | Malaysia vs Oman | — |
Update the tables after matches are completed rather than publishing estimated results.
Where to Watch Asian Games 2026 Cricket
Broadcast and streaming information can vary by territory.
For Indian readers, add the confirmed official television and streaming partners once the rights information is officially announced or confirmed.
For live scores and competition information, readers should use official Asian Games sources and authorized broadcasters.
Cricket Venue
Asian Games 2026 cricket will be played at Korogi Athletic Park in Aichi Prefecture, Japan.
The official Aichi-Nagoya competition information lists cricket as T20 and identifies Korogi Athletic Park as the cricket venue.
Asian Games 2026 Cricket Teams
Men's Teams
India
Pakistan
Bangladesh
Sri Lanka
Afghanistan
Japan
Nepal
Hong Kong, China
Malaysia
Oman
Women's Teams
India
Japan
Bangladesh
China
Pakistan
Thailand
Sri Lanka
Malaysia
Asian Games 2026 Cricket Format
Both the men's and women's competitions use the Twenty20 format.
The men's tournament begins with two preliminary groups. The top two teams from each group qualify for the quarter-finals, joining the four seeded teams.
The women's tournament begins at the quarter-final stage.
The format and matchups are based on the official Aichi-Nagoya 2026 schedule.
Asian Games 2026 Cricket FAQ
When does Asian Games 2026 cricket start?
Women's cricket starts on September 17, while men's cricket starts on September 24, 2026.
When does India play cricket?
India's women's team plays Japan on September 18. India's men's team plays its quarter-final on September 28.
When is India's men's cricket quarter-final?
India's men's quarter-final is scheduled for September 28 at 13:30 Japan local time.
Who will India play in the men's quarter-final?
India will play the second-placed team from Men's Group A. The opponent will be determined after the preliminary matches.
When is the Asian Games 2026 cricket final?
The women's final is scheduled for September 22. The men's final is scheduled for October 3 at 13:30 Japan time.
Where is Asian Games 2026 cricket being played?
Cricket will be played at Korogi Athletic Park in Aichi Prefecture, Japan.
Is Asian Games 2026 cricket T20?
Yes. Both the men's and women's competitions are being played in the T20 format.
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The official competition schedule can change, so match times and fixtures should be checked against the latest information from Aichi-Nagoya 2026.
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