Asian Games Men Cricket Competition 2026: Asian Games Men Cricket Competition 2026 kicks off with a highly anticipated clash at Korogi Sports Park. In a blockbuster opener for both teams, India will face co-hosts Afghanistan at 10:00 AM (IST) - 04:30 AM (GMT) Monday, 28th September 2026. As the cricketing world turns its eyes to this thrilling encounter, we break down the teams, conditions, and key players to predict who will emerge victorious.
IND vs AFG (India vs Afghanistan) Match Details
| Match | IND vs AFG QF2 Match |
| League | Asian Games Men Cricket Competition 2026 |
| Date | Monday, 28th September 2026 |
| Time | 10:00 AM (IST) - 04:30 AM (GMT) |
| Match Venue | Korogi Sports Park, Nisshin, Japan |
India vs Afghanistan Asian Games 2026 Match Previews
India has secured a direct spot in the quarter-finals and will aim to make a strong start to their campaign at the 2026 Asian Games. Under the captaincy of Shreyas Iyer, the Indian team will strive for a composed and consistent performance as they look to defend their gold medal.
Meanwhile, Afghanistan sealed their quarter-final berth by defeating Japan in the group stage. Although they also suffered a defeat against Nepal, they will enter the knockout match with firm determination to challenge India and keep their semi-final hopes alive.
Who will win today Quarter-Final 2 match between India vs Afghanistan?
Aaj ka IND-W vs SL-W match kon jeetega: India has the highest probability of winning. Pre-match win probabilities heavily favor India (90.7%), while for Afghanistan, it stands at 9.3%.
- Recent Form: India enters this knockout stage in excellent form, having completed a clean sweep in the three-match T20I series against Afghanistan in early September 2026.
- Team Strengths: Led by captain Shreyas Iyer, the Indian squad boasts a strong batting lineup—featuring the likes of Abhishek Sharma, Sanju Samson, and Ishan Kishan—alongside a world-class bowling attack that includes Jasprit Bumrah, Arshdeep Singh, and the effective spin duo of Axar Patel and Ravi Bishnoi.
- Conditions: The pitches at the Nishin venue have been slow and spin-friendly, with low average scores (around 108 runs). While Afghanistan will rely heavily on their spinners to challenge India on these slow tracks, India remains in a strong position due to their overall strength and dominance in recent head-to-head encounters.
IND vs AFG Match Pitch Report
The pitch here typically offers a good, competitive contest between bat and ball.
It is not a 'flat track' suited for aggressive power-hitters; instead, the surface tends to be somewhat slow or balanced. In men's T20 matches here, first-innings scores often range from low to average (frequently between 100 and 140, depending on conditions).
As matches progress, or if the same pitch is reused during the tournament, slower bowlers, cutters, and spinners play a crucial role. The pitch's sluggish nature assists with turn, making it vital for both teams to maintain a grip on the game during the middle overs.
IND vs AFG T20 Head-to-Head Record
- Matches Played- 12
- Won by IND- 11
- Won by AFG- 0
- No Result- 1
- Tied- 0
AFG vs IND Match Playing 11
India (IND) Starting 11: 1. Abhishek Sharma, 2. Sanju Samson(WK), 3. Ishan Kishan(WK), 4. Shreyas Iyer, 5. Tilak Varma, 6. Shivam Dube, 7. Washington Sundar, 8. Axar Patel, 9. Ravi Bishnoi, 10. Jasprit Bumrah, 11. Arshdeep Singh
Afghanistan (AFG) Starting 11: 1. Mohammad Akram, 2. Hassan Eisakheil, 3. Karim Janat, 4. Faisal Shinozada, 5. Najibullah Zadran, 6. Mohammad Ishaq(WK), 7. Darwish Rasooli(C), 8. Nangeyalia Kharote, 9. Abdullah Ahmadzai, 10. Faridoon Dawoodzai, 11. Arab Gul Momand
Who will win IND vs AFG Cricket match?
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