IND vs PAK Gold Medal Match, Pitch Report and Weather Report: On Saturday, October 3, India will face Pakistan in the final of the men's cricket event at the 2026 Asian Games at Nishin's Korogi Sports Park. Let us take a look at the pitch and weather conditions for today's IND vs PAK gold medal match.
IND vs PAK (India vs Pakistan) Match Details
| Match | India vs Pakistan Gold Medal Match |
| Series | Asian Games Men Cricket Competition 2026 |
| Date | Saturday, 3rd October 2026 |
| Time | 10:00 AM (IST) |
| Venue | Korogi Sports Park, Nisshin |
India vs Pakistan Gold Medal Match Previews
After a magnificent victory over Sri Lanka in the semi-final, India is set to play the gold medal match against Pakistan. Batting first, India posted a total of 169/7, and their bowlers delivered an outstanding performance to bowl Sri Lanka out for just 45 runs. This impressive win will boost the Indian team's confidence heading into the final.
Meanwhile, Pakistan secured their spot in the final by defeating Bangladesh by six wickets in a rain-affected semi-final. The match was reduced to 13 overs per side, and Pakistan comfortably chased down the target set by Bangladesh. Led by Sahibzada Farhan, the young Pakistani team will now aim to put up another strong performance against India and clinch the Asian Games gold medal.
IND vs PAK Korogi Sports Park Pitch Report
IND vs PAK Match Pitch Report: The India vs. Pakistan gold medal match at the 2026 Asian Games will be played at the Korogi Sports Park in Nishin, Japan. The venue features a hybrid pitch that has witnessed both high-scoring and low-scoring encounters in recent T20 matches.
The pitch generally assists spinners, while scoring runs can prove challenging for batters when the surface plays slow. Recent matches at the venue have seen low scores, indicating that playing strokes freely is not always easy here.
India's semi-final match against Sri Lanka also provided an indication of the conditions there: India scored 169/7, while the entire Sri Lankan team was bowled out for just 45 runs. The pitch proved to be 'two-paced' (playing slow in some areas and fast in others), and spinners were also getting turn.
The pitch could once again prove crucial for spinners and bowlers who rely on variations, especially as the match progresses. A score of around 150–160 in the first innings could be a solid total, although the actual 'par score' will depend on the pitch and weather conditions on match day.
Korogi Sports Park Records and Stats In T20
| Total matches: | 19 | |
| Batting first won: | 11 | |
| Bowling first won: | 8 | |
| No Result: | 0 | |
| Matches Tied: | 0 | |
| 1st inn avg score: | 135 | |
| 2nd inn avg score: | 87 | |
| Highest Total: | 216/3 | |
| Lowest Total: | 45/10 | |
| Highest Chased: | 178/2 | |
| Lowest score defended: | 123/10 |
IND vs PAK Gold Medal Match: Weather forecast for Korogi Sports Park
Weather could play a crucial role in the gold medal match between India and Pakistan at the 2026 Asian Games. Rain has already impacted the final stages of the cricket tournament in Nishin, causing interruptions and necessitating a reduction in overs during some matches.
Intermittent rain could disrupt the final as well, potentially halting play or shortening the match. Consequently, the captains will need to factor in weather conditions when making decisions at the toss.
If rain interrupts the second innings, the DLS method might be employed to revise the target. Any further delays could place additional pressure on the chasing team to maintain the required scoring rate. Should the final be completely washed out without a result, India and Pakistan would share the gold medal in accordance with the tournament rules.
