Team India will face Nepal or Japan in the Asian Games 2026 quarter-finals on September 28, based on the Group A standings and tournament equations.
It has been confirmed that the Indian team will face the team finishing second in Group A in the quarter-finals.
A total of 6 teams are participating in the initial stage of the men's cricket tournament, divided into two different groups.
Group A includes Afghanistan, Nepal, and Japan, while Group B features Oman, Hong Kong, and Malaysia.
Afghanistan is almost certain to top Group A after defeating Japan in a one-sided match in their opening fixture.
Afghanistan's next match is against Nepal. In this situation, Afghanistan is likely to remain at the top, ensuring India does not face them in the quarters.
India will face either Nepal or Japan. If Nepal defeats Japan, they will face India in the quarter-finals.
Conversely, if Japan manages to defeat Nepal, Japan will be India's opponent in the next round.
The match between Japan and Nepal on September 26 will be closely watched by Indian fans, starting at 10:30 AM IST.
Along with India, Sri Lanka, Pakistan, and Bangladesh have also secured direct entries into the quarter-finals.
Sri Lanka is expected to face the winner of Group A, which is likely to be Afghanistan.
Pakistan will face the runner-up of Group B, while Bangladesh will take on the winner of Group B.
The quarter-final matches will be played on September 28 and 29, followed by the semi-finals on October 1.
The gold and bronze medal matches are scheduled for October 3 at the Korogi Sports Ground in Japan.
Fans can watch the live broadcast on Sony Sports Network and live streaming on the Sony LIV app.
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