India vs Afghanistan: When and where to watch Asian Games cricket quarter-final

India begin their bid to defend their cricket gold medal at the 2026 Asian Games when they take on Afghanistan in the quarter-finals at the Korogi Sports Park in Nisshin on Monday, September 28. Shreyas Iyer’s side received direct entry into the last eight by virtue of India’s position among the top Asian teams fighting through the T20I group to the Afghanistan stage.

India head into the knockout stages with a strong squad featuring several established T20 names. Abhishek Sharma will be one of the biggest threats at the top of the order after his recent explosive performances, while Sanju Samson, Ishan Kishan and Tilak Varma give India plenty of batting depth. Captain Shreyas Iyer is expected to anchor the middle order and lead the side loaded with experience.

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The skittle attack also has considerable firepower. Jasprit Bumrah brings experience and control with the new ball and at the death, while Arshdeep Singh offers another left-arm pace option. Axar Patel, Washington Sundar and Ravi Bishnoi give India some spin options, which could be especially important if the pitch offers assistance.

It remains to be seen whether Vaibhav Sooryavanshi will get an opportunity after being benched for the three-match T20I series against Afghanistan and the lone T20I against Japan.

HOW AFGHANISTAN REACHED THE QUARTERFINALS

Afghanistan were drawn in Group A alongside Japan and Nepal. They opened their campaign with a convincing 48-run win over hosts Japan, posting 129 for 6 before bowling Japan out for 81. Arab Gul Momand was the star with the ball, taking 4 for 8, while Nangeyalia Kharote claimed 3 for 19.

Afghanistan then lost to Nepal by five wickets, leaving the group’s qualifying race dependent on the final Nepal-Japan match. The game was washed out after Nepal reached 149 for 4 in a rain-shortened 15 innings. The draw confirmed Nepal as Group A winners and Afghanistan as runners-up, sending both into the quarter-finals.

Led by Darwish Rasooli, Afghanistan have a young squad but have experienced players like Karim Janat and Najibullah Zadran. India will field a formidable line-up, but Afghanistan’s heavy attack and their familiarity with the conditions could make this a competitive knockout contest.

When To Watch Asian Games Cricket India vs Afghanistan Quarter Final?

The Asian Games cricket quarter-final between India and Afghanistan will start at 10:30 AM IST and 2:00 PM local time.

Where to watch India vs Afghanistan Asian Games cricket quarter-final?

Sony Sports Network has the broadcasting rights for Asian Games 2026. Live Streaming of India vs Afghanistan will be available on Sony LIV.

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