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What is confirmed

  • Men’s cricket quarter‑final between India and Afghanistan at the Asian Games 2026[1]

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India will face Afghanistan in the men’s cricket quarter‑final at the Asian Games 2026, the match being scheduled for September 28 in Nisshin after Nepal topped Pool A through a rain‑affected washout against Japan.[1]

Pool A Outcome

With the Nepal vs. Japan encounter abandoned midway through a 15‑over contest, Nepal advanced as Pool A winners on points, while Afghanistan secured the second qualifying spot. Japan’s campaign ended abruptly when persistent rain stopped the chase, highlighting how weather conditions reshaped the draw.[1]

Ne pals Innings Highlights

In a 15‑over innings, Nepal posted 149 for four, powered by a blistering finish from Sundeep Jora of 57 not out off 32 balls and Lokesh Bam’s 52 not out off 22 with six sixes. Earlier in the innings, Aasif Sheikh contributed 21 off 15, partnering Jora for a 55‑run stand, while early wickets fell to single‑digit scores from Kushal Bhurtel, Kushal Malla and Gulsan Jha.[1]

Implications for India

The successful qualification of Afghanistan positions the Indian side in a direct confrontation that will determine the path to the semi‑finals. With the knockout stage now front and centre, the Indian team will look to leverage its group‑stage performance to edge ahead of a formidable Afghan side.[1]

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