India at Asian Games 2026: Day 10 Full Schedule of Indian Athletes in Action Today on September 28
Discover India's comprehensive schedule for Day 10 of the Aichi-Nagoya Asian Games 2026 on September 28. The Men's Cricket team faces Afghanistan in a quarter-final at 10:00 AM IST, while the Men's Hockey team battles Bangladesh at 3:30 PM IST.
The Aichi-Nagoya Asian Games 2026 rolls into Day 10 on September 28, 2026, and it promises a packed schedule for the Indian contingent. With several medal hopes on the horizon, fans back home will be keenly following the action as India aims to climb further up the medal tally. The day's highlights include high-stakes matches in cricket and hockey, alongside individual events in surfing, archery, and shooting. Asian Games 2026 Medal Tally Updated: India Occupy 12th Spot, China Breach 200-Mark.
Cricket: Men's Quarter-Final Challenge
One of the most anticipated events for Indian sports enthusiasts will be the Men's T20 Cricket quarter-final. Defending champions India, having received a direct entry into the knockout stages, are set to lock horns with Afghanistan. This match is a repeat of the previous edition's final. The crucial encounter is scheduled for 1:30 PM JST (10:00 AM IST) at the Korogi Athletic Park in Aichi Prefecture. The Indian side will be looking to secure a semi-final berth and continue their quest for another gold medal.
Men's Hockey: Pool A Battle
The Indian Men's Hockey team, who are defending champions, will continue their Pool A campaign on September 28, facing Bangladesh. The match is slated for 7:00 PM JST (3:30 PM IST) at the Gifu Prefectural Green Stadium in Kakamigahara. India will be aiming for a dominant performance to solidify their position in the group and progress towards the medal rounds.
Individual Aspirations in Surfing, Archery and Shooting
Earlier in the day, Indian athletes will be seen in action in various individual disciplines. In Surfing, Babu Sivaraj will compete in the Men's Shortboard Round 3 against Jayuard Alciso. This event is scheduled to start at 7:28 AM JST (3:58 AM IST).
Archery will also feature Indian talent, with Sahil Rajesh Jadhav participating in the Compound Men's Individual 1/16 Eliminations. He will face Jamiyangombo at 8:15 AM JST (4:45 AM IST) at the Okazaki Chuo Sogo Park Multipurpose Square.
In shooting, the Indian contingent, including Manu Bhaker, Esha Singh, and Rahi Sarnobat, will compete in the Women's 25m Pistol Team Final, which is a key medal event. The rapid-fire stage, contributing to the combined qualification scores that determine team medals, is scheduled to commence at 6:10 AM JST (2:40 AM IST) at the Aichi Prefectural Shooting Range.
India's Schedule at Asian Games 2026 - September 28 (All timings in IST)
| Sport | Event | Athletes / Teams | Time (IST) | Medal Event |
| Surfing | Men's Shortboard Round 3 | Sivaraj Babu | 3:58 AM | No |
| Archery | Compound Men's Individual 1/16 Elimination | Sahil Jadhav, Ganesh Mani Ratnam | 4:45 AM | No |
| Archery | Compound Men's Individual 1/8 Elimination | Sahil Jadhav, Ganesh Mani Ratnam (Subject to qualification) | 5:25 AM | No |
| Shooting | Women's 25m Pistol Qualification & Team Final | Manu Bhaker, Esha Singh, Rahi Sarnobat | 6:10 AM | Yes |
| Shooting | Men's & Women's Trap Qualification (Day 1) | Kynan Chenai, Ahvar Rizvi, Shreyasi Singh | 6:30 AM | No |
| Volleyball | Men's Preliminary Round - Pool C | India vs Hong Kong, China | 6:30 AM | No |
| Squash | Women's Team Pool C | India vs China | 6:30 AM | No |
| Sailing | Men's & Women's Qualification Series (Dinghy / Skiff) | Vishnu Saravanan, Nethra Kumanan, Harshita Tomar | 7:00 AM Onwards | No |
| Tennis | Singles & Doubles Round Matches | Sumit Nagal, Ankita Raina, Rutuja Bhosale | 7:30 AM Onwards | No |
| Kurash | Women's -78kg Quarterfinals & Semifinals | Pincky Balhara | 8:00 AM Onwards | Yes |
| Archery | Compound Women's Individual 1/16 Elimination | Jyothi Surekha Vennam, Chikitha Taniparthi | 9:45 AM | No |
| Cricket | Men's Quarterfinal | India vs Afghanistan | 10:00 AM | No |
| Archery | Compound Women's Individual 1/8 Elimination | Jyothi Surekha Vennam, Chikitha Taniparthi (Subject to qualification) | 10:25 AM | No |
| Shooting | Women's 25m Pistol Individual Final | Manu Bhaker, Esha Singh, Rahi Sarnobat (Subject to qualification) | 10:45 AM | Yes |
| Boxing | Women's & Men's Quarterfinals | Lovlina Borgohain, Priya, Kapil Pokhariya | 11:30 AM Onwards | No |
| Hockey | Men's Pool Match | India vs Bangladesh | 1:30 PM | No |
| Athletics | Women's Discus Throw Final | Seema Punia, Kamalpreet Kaur | 2:35 PM | Yes |
| Athletics | Mixed 4x100m Relay Round 1 | Indian Team | 3:09 PM | No |
| Athletics | Men's 3000m Steeplechase Final | Avinash Sable | 4:13 PM | Yes |
| Athletics | Men's Long Jump Final | Murali Sreeshankar | 4:25 PM | Yes |
| Athletics | Men's Javelin Throw Final | Rohit Yadav, Yash Vir Singh | 4:45 PM | Yes |
| Athletics | Women's 5000m Final | Parul Chaudhary, Ankita Dhyani | 5:13 PM | Yes |
| Athletics | Men's 4x400m Relay Round 1 | Indian Team | 6:01 PM | No |
| Athletics | Women's 4x100m Relay Final | Indian Team | 6:34 PM | Yes |
Where to Watch Asian Games 2026 Live
For viewers in India, the official television broadcaster for the Asian Games 2026 is the Sony Sports network, with live telecast available across Sony Sports 1 to Sony Sports 5 channels. Live streaming will also be accessible via the SonyLIV app and website. Additionally, DD Sports will provide television coverage. Sarvesh Anil Kushare Wins Silver Medal at Asian Games 2026 in Men's High Jump.
As Day 10 unfolds, India's athletes will be pushing their limits to bring glory to the nation. With critical matches in team sports and promising performances expected from individual competitors, September 28 is set to be another thrilling day for Indian sports at the Aichi-Nagoya Asian Games.
(The above story first appeared on LatestLY on Sep 28, 2026 03:00 AM IST. For more news and updates on politics, world, sports, entertainment and lifestyle, log on to our website latestly.com).
