Team India Arrives in Japan for Asian Games
The Indian cricket team's next major mission is the Asian Games 2026. The Indian men's cricket team will directly play in the quarter-finals at the Asian Games, although their opponent is yet to be decided. Meanwhile, before the tournament begins, India and Japan are set to face each other in a T20 International match.
This will be the first time the Indian men's cricket team plays an official match against the Japanese side. With the match being scheduled unexpectedly, excitement among fans is at an all-time high. The Indian women's cricket team has already reached the final, ensuring at least a silver medal. Now it is the turn of the men's team to kick off their campaign.
Match Schedule and Timing
The T20 match between India and Japan will be played on Tuesday, September 22. The match will start at 9:30 AM Indian Standard Time, with the toss taking place half an hour prior at 9:00 AM. Although the Japanese team has improved significantly over the past few years, matching the might of the Indian side will be a massive challenge for them.
Squad Details
The Indian squad features some of the finest talents in domestic and international cricket. Led by Shreyas Iyer, the team includes Sanju Samson, Jasprit Bumrah, Arshdeep Singh, and young sensation Vaibhav Suryavanshi. The Japanese side will be led by Kendall Fleming as they look forward to hosting and playing against cricketing superstars.
