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India-Pakistan Asian Games Cricket Final Kicks Off in Nisshin
✍️ Cricinfo
🗓 03 Oct 2026, 03:39 AM
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The men's cricket final of the 2026 Asian Games between India and Pakistan began on Oct 3 in Nisshin, Japan.
The Asian Games men's cricket final featuring arch‑rivals India and Pakistan opened on October 3, 2026, at the Nisshin Sports Complex in Japan. Both sides fielded their strongest line‑ups, with India opting for a top‑order batting line that includes several seasoned campaigners, while Pakistan relied on a blend of experience and youthful pace. The match, broadcast live on multiple platforms, is expected to draw a large viewership across the subcontinent.
Early overs saw disciplined bowling from both teams, with the pitch offering a balanced contest between bat and ball. India’s opening pair negotiated the first few deliveries cautiously, while Pakistan’s seamers kept the run‑rate in check. The live scoreboard, updated on Cricinfo, shows a tightly contested encounter with neither side gaining a decisive advantage.
The final carries significant prestige, as cricket returns to the Asian Games after a hiatus, and the outcome will add to the historic rivalry between the two nations. The winner will claim the gold medal and secure a place in the Asian Games cricket annals.
Spectators at the venue and millions watching online are anticipating a thrilling finish, with the match scheduled to conclude later in the day. The result will be reflected in the official Asian Games medal tally.
Cricinfo continues to provide real‑time updates, including runs, wickets and key moments, as the contest unfolds.
Early overs saw disciplined bowling from both teams, with the pitch offering a balanced contest between bat and ball. India’s opening pair negotiated the first few deliveries cautiously, while Pakistan’s seamers kept the run‑rate in check. The live scoreboard, updated on Cricinfo, shows a tightly contested encounter with neither side gaining a decisive advantage.
The final carries significant prestige, as cricket returns to the Asian Games after a hiatus, and the outcome will add to the historic rivalry between the two nations. The winner will claim the gold medal and secure a place in the Asian Games cricket annals.
Spectators at the venue and millions watching online are anticipating a thrilling finish, with the match scheduled to conclude later in the day. The result will be reflected in the official Asian Games medal tally.
Cricinfo continues to provide real‑time updates, including runs, wickets and key moments, as the contest unfolds.