Is India vs Afghanistan Free Live Telecast of Asian Games 2026 Quarterfinal on DD Sports?
Get all the details for the India vs Afghanistan Men's Cricket Quarterfinal at the Asian Games 2026. Find out when and where to watch the highly anticipated clash, including DD Sports free live telecast information, Sony Sports Network details, and Sony LIV live streaming.
The much-awaited men's cricket quarterfinal at the XX Asian Games Aichi-Nagoya 2026 is set to ignite on Monday, September 28, as defending champions India square off against Afghanistan. The match, scheduled for 10:00 AM IST (13:30 JST), will be a rematch of the 2023 Hangzhou Asian Games final, promising a thrilling encounter. Nisshin Weather Forecast and Rain Chances for India vs Afghanistan Men's Asian Games 2026 Cricket Quarterfinal.
India, having secured a direct berth into the quarter-finals due to their continental ranking, will begin their campaign for another gold medal. Led by captain Shreyas Iyer, the star-studded Indian squad features seasoned campaigners like Jasprit Bumrah, Sanju Samson, Ishan Kishan, and the young prodigy Vaibhav Sooryavanshi, who at 15, recently became the youngest player to play international cricket for India and score a T20I fifty. Afghanistan, meanwhile, advanced to the knockout stage after finishing as runners-up in Group A.
Where to Watch in India
For Indian viewers, comprehensive live coverage of the India vs Afghanistan quarterfinal will be available across the Sony Sports Network. Fans can tune in to Sony Sports 1 for English commentary, while regional language feeds will be provided on Sony Sports 3 (Hindi) and Sony Sports 4 (Tamil, Telugu, and Kannada).
Live streaming of the match will be exclusively available on the Sony LIV app and website, requiring a subscription.
Free Telecast on DD Sports?
Yes, DD Sports will offer a free live telecast of selected events from the Asian Games 2026. While the India vs Afghanistan quarterfinal is expected to be part of this coverage, it is crucial to note that the DD Sports broadcast is restricted to DD Free Dish and terrestrial networks only. Commercial Direct-to-Home (DTH) providers and private cable networks will not carry this feed due to statutory sports broadcasting guidelines.
Global Broadcast Information
| Region | TV Channels | Streaming Platforms |
|---|---|---|
| India | Sony Sports 1, 3 (Hindi), 4 (Tamil/Telugu/Kannada); DD Sports (DD Free Dish/Terrestrial only) | Sony LIV |
| USA | Willow TV (via Sling TV) | Willow TV (via Sling TV) |
| UK | No official broadcaster confirmed | No official streaming confirmed |
| Australia | No official broadcaster confirmed | No official streaming confirmed |
India vs Afghanistan - Match Details
The quarterfinal clash will take place at the Kōrogi Sports Park in Nisshin, Aichi Prefecture, Japan. The weather forecast for Nisshin on Monday predicts heavy rainfall, raising concerns about potential match interruptions. According to Asian Games 2026 cricket rules, if a knockout match is abandoned due to weather, the higher-ranked team – in this case, India – will be declared the winner and will advance to the semi-finals. Asian Games 2026 Cricket Quarterfinal Schedule: Who Plays Whom.
India's Dominant Form
India enters the contest as strong favourites, having never lost to Afghanistan in T20 international cricket. Their recent form, coupled with a full-strength squad, positions them well to defend the gold medal they clinched in the previous edition of the Asian Games.
The winner of this quarterfinal will advance to the semi-finals scheduled for October 1, moving one step closer to the coveted gold medal match on October 3.
(The above story first appeared on LatestLY on Sep 28, 2026 10:14 AM IST. For more news and updates on politics, world, sports, entertainment and lifestyle, log on to our website latestly.com).
