When is India vs Pakistan Asian Games 2026 Cricket Gold Medal Match? Know Date and Time in IST
Discover when the potential India vs Pakistan Asian Games 2026 Men's Cricket Gold Medal Match could take place. Pakistan has already advanced to the final today, October 1, and India will face Sri Lanka in their semi-final. The highly anticipated final is slated for Saturday, October 3, at 10:00 AM IST (13:30 JST) at Korogi Athletic Park in Japan.
The dream scenario for cricket enthusiasts – an India vs Pakistan Gold Medal showdown at the Asian Games 2026 – hangs tantalizingly close. Pakistan has already stormed into the final after a dominant performance in their semi-final clash earlier today, October 1, 2026, at the Korogi Athletic Park in Nisshin, Japan. Now, defending champions India are set to compete in their semi-final, with the winner earning the right to lock horns with arch-rivals Pakistan for Asian Games glory in the final on Saturday, October 3. Asian Games 2026 Cricket Schedule: Who Plays Whom in Gold and Bronze Medal Matches.
Today's action saw Pakistan defeat Bangladesh by six wickets in a rain-shortened first semi-final. The match, reduced to 13 overs per side due to a delayed start, saw Bangladesh restricted to 111 for seven. Pakistan successfully chased the target of 112 runs, reaching it after losing four wickets, thus securing their place in the gold medal match. Later in the day, defending champions India will face a formidable Sri Lankan challenge in the second semi-final at 13:30 PM JST (10:00 AM IST). The winner of this crucial encounter will proceed to the coveted Gold Medal match against Pakistan, while the losing teams will vie for the Bronze medal.
The Road to a Blockbuster Final
The pathway to an India-Pakistan final is now clearer with Pakistan's victory. However, India must still overcome today's pivotal semi-final clash. India, who are the reigning gold medalists in men's cricket at the Asian Games, secured their semi-final berth after their quarter-final against Afghanistan was washed out due to rain, advancing by virtue of their higher seeding. Similarly, Pakistan progressed to the semi-finals after their quarter-final match against Hong Kong was abandoned due to inclement weather. Sri Lanka and Bangladesh also qualified for the last four following rain-affected quarter-finals. 'Hold My Bat', Netizens Hail Ishan Kishan For Crucial 80-Run Knock in IND vs SL Asian Games 2026 Cricket Semifinal.
Potential Gold Medal Match Details
If India wins their semi-final match today, the much-anticipated Gold Medal match against Pakistan would be held on:
- Date: Saturday, October 3, 2026
- Start Time: 13:30 JST (Japan Standard Time) | 10:00 IST (Indian Standard Time)
- Venue: Korogi Athletic Park, Nisshin, Japan
- Format: Twenty20 International (T20I)
Where to Watch the Asian Games 2026 Cricket in India and Beyond
Cricket fans across India can catch all the action, including today's semi-finals and the potential Gold Medal match, on various platforms:
| Region | TV Channels | Streaming Platforms |
|---|---|---|
| India | Sony Sports Network (Sony Sports 1, Sony Sports 2, Sony Sports 3, Sony Sports 4, Sony Sports 5), DD Sports HD (on DD Free Dish) | SonyLIV app and website |
| Malaysia | Astro, RTM | Astro (streaming platform) |
| Indonesia | TVRI | Vidio app and website (Emtek Media) |
| USA/Canada | Willow TV (via cable packages) | Sling TV's Desi Binge Plus or Dakshin Flex plans (for Willow TV access) |
| Singapore | — | MeWatch (free-to-air) |
| South Korea | KBS, MBC, SBS, TV Chosun, SPOTV | — |
| Vietnam | VTV (free-to-air) | VTVgo app |
| Pakistan | PTV Sports | Tapmad |
The men's cricket tournament at the Asian Games 2026 commenced on September 24 and will conclude with the medal matches on October 3. With Pakistan already in the final and India aiming to join them, cricket fans are eagerly awaiting the outcome of India's semi-final, hoping for a historic clash between the arch-rivals for the gold medal.
(The above story first appeared on LatestLY on Oct 01, 2026 01:04 PM IST. For more news and updates on politics, world, sports, entertainment and lifestyle, log on to our website latestly.com).
