Asian Games Men Cricket Competition 2026: India (IND) will face Pakistan (PAK) in the gold medal match of the men's cricket competition at the 2026 Asian Games on Saturday, October 3, at Korogi Sports Park in Nisshin. Let’s take a look at the live coverage of today's match.
India has delivered a stellar performance throughout the tournament and will enter the final brimming with confidence. In the semi-final against Sri Lanka, India posted a strong total of 169/7 while batting first. Subsequently, the Indian bowlers put on a magnificent display, skittling Sri Lanka out for just 45 runs and securing a spot in the gold-medal match with a resounding victory.
The Indian squad boasts a fine blend of experienced campaigners and talented youngsters. Abhishek Sharma and Vaibhav Suryavanshi are expected to provide an aggressive start at the top of the order, while Sanju Samson, Ishan Kishan, Shreyas Iyer, and Tilak Varma will lend strength and stability to the middle order. On the bowling front, the presence of Axar Patel, Washington Sundar, Jasprit Bumrah, and Ravi Bishnoi gives India a versatile attack capable of putting Pakistan's batters under pressure.
Led by Sahibzada Farhan, the Pakistan team enters the final following a brilliant victory over Bangladesh in the semi-final. The rain-affected match was reduced to 13 overs per side, with Pakistan winning by six wickets to book their place in the gold-medal match.
Saim Ayub, Hasan Nawaz, and Abdul Samad will be Pakistan's key batters, while Abrar Ahmed, Sufiyan Muqim, and Mohammad Wasim Jr. will spearhead the bowling attack. With the gold medal at stake, the young Pakistani side will aim to deliver a composed performance against the formidable Indian team.
IND vs PAK Match Details
| Details | Information |
|---|---|
| Series | Asian Games Men's Cricket Competition 2026 |
| Match | India vs Pakistan, Gold Medal Match |
| Date | Saturday, 3 October 2026 |
| Time | 10:00 AM IST |
| Venue | Korogi Sports Park |
| City | Nisshin |
Asian Games 2026: IND vs PAK Live Streaming, How to Watch India vs Pakistan Gold Medal Match Live
The final will be played on October 3, 2026, at 10:00 AM (IST) at Korogi Sports Park in Nishin, Japan. It will be broadcast on the Sony Sports Network in India, and live streaming will be available on SonyLIV.
- Online streaming: Available on the SonyLIV app and website (subscription required).
- TV telecast (English): Sony Sports 1 and Sony Sports 5 channels.
- Hindi: Sony Sports 3 / Sony Sports Ten 3
- Tamil, Telugu, and Kannada: Sony Sports 4 / Sony Sports Ten 4
- Free-to-air TV: DD Sports will also show live coverage on DD Free Dish (availability may vary depending on the broadcast timings of specific events).
In Pakistan
- PTV Sports — Official TV broadcaster in Pakistan.
- Ten Sports — Listed for Pakistan in the broadcast schedule.
- Online Streaming: PTV Sports' coverage is confirmed for Pakistan; it is best to check local listings for the exact availability of streaming apps.
