Women’s cricket at the Asian Games begins today.
The Asian Games cricket 2026 Womens September 17 tournament opens with four quarterfinals at Korogi Sports Park in Nisshin, Aichi Prefecture, Japan — and the most anticipated match begins at 5:30 AM IST when defending champions India face hosts Japan. The the women’s event schedule runs two sessions: the first at 9:00 AM local time (5:30 AM IST) and the second at 2:00 PM local (10:30 AM IST). India vs Japan and Sri Lanka vs Malaysia are the first-session quarterfinals. Bangladesh vs China and Pakistan vs Thailand follow in the second session. The the Nisshin event marks the fourth time cricket has featured at the Asian Games — following Guangzhou 2010, Incheon 2014 and Hangzhou 2023 — and the first time the competition is held in Japan. India are the defending champions, having won gold at Hangzhou 2023 by beating Sri Lanka by 19 runs in the final — their Asian Games debut. The the Japan competition tournament follows a direct knockout format: four quarterfinals today, two semifinals on September 20 and the bronze medal match plus gold medal final on September 22. All eight matches at the same Korogi Sports Park. The today’s tournament is live on Sony Sports Network and Sony LIV in India — early morning starts that the most dedicated fans will be awake for.
Asian Games Cricket 2026 Women’s: India vs Japan
The Asian Games Cricket 2026 Women’s quarter-final between India and Japan is scheduled for September 17. MyFairPlay Club on MyFairPlay.ing provides a quick guide to the match, including the schedule, teams, venue, timing, and tournament format.
Match Schedule & Key Details
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Most Asked Questions — Asian Games Cricket 2026 Womens
📅 When does Women’s Asian Games cricket 2026 start?
TODAY — September 17, 2026. First match: India vs Japan at 5:30 AM IST (9:00 AM local Japan time) at Korogi Sports Park, Nisshin, Aichi, Japan.
📺 Where to watch Asian Games Women’s cricket 2026 live in India?
Sony Sports Network (TV broadcast) and Sony LIV (live streaming). First match starts 5:30 AM IST.
🏆 Who are the defending champions in Women’s Asian Games cricket?
India — they won gold at Hangzhou 2023, beating Sri Lanka by 19 runs in the final. It was India women’s Asian Games debut. Before 2023, Pakistan won gold in 2010 (Guangzhou) and 2014 (Incheon).
🇮🇳 When do India play their first match today?
India vs Japan — QF1 — 5:30 AM IST (9:00 AM local Japan time). India enter as the highest-seeded team — defending gold medallists — captained by Harmanpreet Kaur.
🏟️ Where are the Asian Games Women’s cricket matches being played?
Korogi Sports Park in Nisshin, Aichi Prefecture, Japan. All Women’s Asian Games cricket matches — quarterfinals, semifinals and medal matches — at this single venue.
📋 What is the format of Women’s Asian Games cricket 2026?
Direct knockout from quarterfinals. 8 teams — 4 seeded (India, Pakistan, Bangladesh, Sri Lanka) + 4 qualifiers (Japan, China, Malaysia, Thailand). Quarterfinals September 17 → Semifinals September 20 → Bronze + Gold September 22. All T20 format.
Today’s Schedule — September 17
All matches at Korogi Sports Park, Nisshin, Aichi, Japan:
| Match | Teams | Time IST | Time Local |
|---|---|---|---|
| QF1 | India vs Japan | 5:30 AM IST | 9:00 AM |
| QF3 | Sri Lanka vs Malaysia | 5:30 AM IST | 9:00 AM |
| QF2 | Bangladesh vs China | 10:30 AM IST | 2:00 PM |
| QF4 | Pakistan vs Thailand | 10:30 AM IST | 2:00 PM |
Complete Tournament Schedule
| Round | Date | Time IST | Note |
|---|---|---|---|
| QF1 + QF3 | Sep 17 | 5:30 AM | India + SL play |
| QF2 + QF4 | Sep 17 | 10:30 AM | BAN + PAK play |
| SF1 + SF2 | Sep 20 | 5:30 + 10:30 AM | TBD |
| Bronze medal | Sep 22 | 5:30 AM | 3rd place |
| 🥇 Gold medal | Sep 22 | 10:30 AM IST | FINAL |
Asian Games cricket 2026 Womens September 17 — Teams
Seeded Teams — Direct Entry
The four highest-ranked teams in ICC Women’s T20I Rankings (as of July 23, 2026) received direct Asian Games entry:
| Seed | Team | Note |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | India | Defending gold medallists |
| 2 | Pakistan | 2010 + 2014 gold medallists |
| 3 | Bangladesh | 2010 + 2014 runners-up |
| 4 | Sri Lanka | 2026 Women’s Asia Cup runners-up |
Japan qualified automatically as hosts.
Qualifier Teams — Kuala Lumpur May 2026
Six teams competed at a qualifier in Kuala Lumpur from May 26-31, 2026. Split into two groups — top two from each group advanced to semifinals. Three teams qualified:
| Team | How |
|---|---|
| Thailand | Winners |
| Malaysia | Runners-up |
| China | Third place |
Asian Games cricket 2026 Womens September 17 — India vs Japan QF1
The Asian Games cricket 2026 Womens September 17 opener is India against Japan — the host nation — in a match that will draw the largest crowd and the most broadcast attention of the day.
India are defending champions. They beat Sri Lanka by 19 runs in the Hangzhou 2023 final — their Asian Games debut after the women’s team was absent from 2010 and 2014 editions. Harmanpreet Kaur captains the defending champions.
Japan automatically qualified as the Asian Games host. Their women’s cricket program — developed through JCA pathways and regional competitions — has grown through exposure to Associate-level tournaments across Asia. Playing India in the opening quarterfinal of a home Asian Games is the largest match in Japan women’s cricket history.
The quality gap is wide. India have just won the Women’s Asia Cup 2026 in Dubai — beating Pakistan by 7 wickets (Pakistan 55 all out) and Sri Lanka by 72 runs in the final (India 183/5 vs SL 111). Their bowling attack led by Shree Charani and Deepti Sharma is the best in Asia.
Japan’s best chance: upset early momentum with aggressive batting, use home crowd energy, restrict India inside 130 through disciplined bowling. Their realistic outcome: competitive cricket that gives their domestic program credibility regardless of the result.
Sri Lanka vs Malaysia — QF3 Preview
Sri Lanka — 2026 Women’s Asia Cup runners-up — face Malaysia in the other early morning quarterfinal.
Sri Lanka’s women are in form after their Asia Cup campaign — Chamari Athapaththu leads a squad that includes Harshitha Samarawickrama, Kavisha Dilhari and a bowling group capable of restricting opponents on small grounds. Malaysia qualified through the Kuala Lumpur qualifier.
Sri Lanka are the heavy favourites. A comfortable win is the expected result — the match’s significance comes from Sri Lanka’s semi-final opponent, which could be India if both win today.
Bangladesh vs China — QF2 Preview
Bangladesh enter as the third-seeded team — runners-up in both the 2010 and 2014 Asian Games women’s competitions. China qualified through the Kuala Lumpur qualifier as third-placed finishers.
Bangladesh women are experienced Asian Games competitors. Nigar Sultana Joty leads a squad that includes their top T20I performers. Against China’s qualifier-level cricket, Bangladesh are strong favourites.
Pakistan vs Thailand — QF4 Preview
Pakistan are the most decorated Asian Games women’s cricket team — two golds (2010 Guangzhou, 2014 Incheon), two consecutive titles before India arrived in 2023. They face Thailand, who qualified through the Kuala Lumpur qualifier.
Fatima Sana’s Pakistan arrive at the Asian Games on the back of a difficult Women’s Asia Cup campaign — bowled out for 55 by India in the group stage. The Asian Games gives Pakistan an opportunity to rebuild confidence before the final medal match on September 22.
Asian Games cricket 2026 Womens September 17 — Venue Guide
All Asian Games cricket 2026 Womens September 17 matches are at Korogi Sports Park in Nisshin, Aichi Prefecture — the same venue hosting the men’s cricket tournament from September 24.
A temporary stand was built to increase the capacity to 2,000 — the largest crowd the venue will have hosted. The ground suits T20 cricket: the outfield is flat, the boundaries compact, the pitch surfaces hard and fast-scoring.
All matches start at either 9:00 AM or 2:00 PM local time — 5:30 AM IST or 10:30 AM IST respectively. Early morning viewing for Indian fans.
Asian Games cricket 2026 Womens September 17 — History
| Year | Host | Gold | Silver | Bronze |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2010 | Guangzhou, China | Pakistan | Bangladesh | Sri Lanka |
| 2014 | Incheon, South Korea | Pakistan | Bangladesh | Sri Lanka |
| 2023 | Hangzhou, China | India | Sri Lanka | Bangladesh |
| 2026 | Aichi-Nagoya, Japan | ? | ? | ? |
India won their first Asian Games women’s gold in 2023 — their debut appearance. Pakistan had previously won both previous editions. The 2026 tournament in Japan is the first time the competition has moved outside mainland Asia.
FAQ — Asian Games Cricket 2026 Womens September 17
Q1: What matches are in Asian Games cricket 2026 Womens September 17?
Four quarterfinals at Korogi Sports Park, Nisshin, Japan. QF1: India vs Japan at 5:30 AM IST. QF3: Sri Lanka vs Malaysia at 5:30 AM IST. QF2: Bangladesh vs China at 10:30 AM IST. QF4: Pakistan vs Thailand at 10:30 AM IST. All matches in T20 format.
Q2: Where to watch Asian Games Women’s cricket 2026 live in India?
Sony Sports Network on TV and Sony LIV app and website for live streaming. India vs Japan QF1 starts at 5:30 AM IST on September 17. All remaining matches — semifinals on September 20 and medal matches on September 22 — on the same platforms.
Q3: Are India the favourites to win gold in Women’s Asian Games cricket 2026?
Yes — India are the defending champions after winning gold at Hangzhou 2023 and the current Women’s Asia Cup 2026 champions. They beat Pakistan (55 all out) and Sri Lanka (111 all out in the final) across the Asia Cup. Harmanpreet Kaur captains the squad.
Q4: Who qualified for Women’s Asian Games cricket 2026?
Four seeded teams with direct entry: India, Pakistan, Bangladesh, Sri Lanka. Japan qualified as hosts. Thailand, Malaysia and China qualified through a six-team qualifier in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia in May 2026.
Q5: When is the Asian Games cricket 2026 Womens September 17 tournament final?
September 22, 2026 at 10:30 AM IST (2:00 PM local Japan time) at Korogi Sports Park in Nisshin, Aichi, Japan. The bronze medal match is the same day at 5:30 AM IST (9:00 AM local).
Q6: What is India’s Women’s Asian Games cricket record?
India made their Women’s Asian Games debut at Hangzhou 2023 — and won gold immediately, beating Sri Lanka by 19 runs in the final. Before 2023, Pakistan won the women’s gold in both 2010 (Guangzhou) and 2014 (Incheon) with Bangladesh as runners-up on both occasions.
