| Match Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Match | India vs Sri Lanka |
| Tournament | Asian Games 2026 |
| Match | Men’s T20 Semifinal 2 |
| Date | Thursday, October 1, 2026 |
| Time | 10:00 AM IST |
| Venue | Korogi Sports Park, Nisshin, Japan |
| India Captain | Shreyas Iyer |
| Live Streaming | SonyLIV |
| TV Broadcast | Sony Sports Network |
The match is scheduled to begin at 10:00 AM Indian Standard Time, corresponding to 1:30 PM local time in Japan. The official match listing identifies it as the second semifinal.
How India Reached the Semifinal
India entered the men’s cricket competition directly at the quarterfinal stage as one of the seeded teams.
The Indian team was scheduled to face Afghanistan on September 28. However, persistent rain at Korogi Sports Park prevented play, and the match was abandoned without a result.
India progressed to the semifinal because it was the higher-seeded team under the tournament’s qualification rules. The Indian team is defending its men’s cricket gold medal from the 2023 Asian Games in Hangzhou.
The team will now look to secure a place in the final and continue its campaign for another gold medal. <Cite refs={[“turn190282search9″,”turn190282news7”]}/>
How Sri Lanka Qualified for the Semifinal
Sri Lanka secured its place in the last four after its quarterfinal against Nepal was abandoned on September 29.
The match was called off without a toss because of continuing rain. Sri Lanka progressed based on its higher T20 International ranking, with Sri Lanka ranked ninth and Nepal 14th in the rankings reported at the time.
This confirmed the semifinal lineup, with Sri Lanka facing India and Bangladesh taking on Pakistan in the other semifinal. <Cite refs={[“turn190282news15″,”turn190282search11”]}/>
India Squad for Asian Games 2026
India’s men’s squad features international players and young talent, with Shreyas Iyer leading the team.
| Player | Role |
|---|---|
| Shreyas Iyer (Captain) | Batter |
| Abhishek Sharma | Batter |
| Sanju Samson | Wicketkeeper-batter |
| Ishan Kishan | Wicketkeeper-batter |
| Tilak Varma | Batter |
| Shivam Dube | All-rounder |
| Nitish Kumar Reddy | All-rounder |
| Axar Patel | All-rounder |
| Washington Sundar | All-rounder |
| Varun Chakravarthy | Spinner |
| Ravi Bishnoi | Spinner |
| Jasprit Bumrah | Fast bowler |
| Harshit Rana | Fast bowler |
| Arshdeep Singh | Fast bowler |
| Vaibhav Sooryavanshi | Batter |
The final playing XI will be confirmed at the toss. <Cite refs={[“turn190282news7”]}/>
Sri Lanka Squad and Key Players
Sri Lanka will aim to challenge India with its men’s T20 squad, which includes experienced players and a range of bowling options.
The reported squad includes:
- Sahan Arachchige (Captain)
- Niroshan Dickwella
- Nuwanidu Fernando
- Ashen Bandara
- Chamika Karunaratne
- Dushan Hemantha
- Binura Fernando
- Nuwan Thushara
- Vijayakanth Viyaskanth
- Lasith Croospulle
- Sohan de Livera
- Tharindu Ratnayake
- Wanuja Sahan
- Sineth Jayawardena
- Garuka Sanketh
The final team selection and playing XI will be announced before the match. <Cite refs={[“turn190282search14”]}/>
Pitch Report and Weather Forecast
The semifinal will be played at Korogi Sports Park in Nisshin, Aichi Prefecture, Japan.
Rain has already disrupted the men’s cricket competition, with all four quarterfinals abandoned. Ground conditions and the weather will therefore be important factors on match day.
A September 29 report cited a forecast of some sunshine on October 1, with a possibility of afternoon rain. Conditions can change, so fans should check the latest weather forecast and official match updates before the game. <Cite refs={[“turn190282search12″,”turn190282news15”]}/>
What Happens if India vs Sri Lanka Is Washed Out?
Rain has been a major concern during the Asian Games cricket tournament.
India and Sri Lanka advanced from their quarterfinals under the higher-seeded or higher-ranked team rules after their matches were abandoned.
However, the precise rule for an abandoned semifinal may depend on the official tournament playing conditions, including any reserve-day or qualification provisions.
Fans should follow official Asian Games and cricket announcements for confirmation of the procedure if the semifinal cannot be completed.
India vs Sri Lanka Semifinal Live Streaming
Cricket fans in India can follow the match through the reported official broadcast platforms.
| Platform | Coverage |
|---|---|
| Sony Sports Network | Television broadcast |
| SonyLIV | Online live streaming |
| Official cricket score platforms | Live score and ball-by-ball updates |
The match listing identifies Sony Sports and SonyLIV as the broadcast and streaming platforms. Check the latest broadcaster schedule for channel and streaming availability. <Cite refs={[“turn190282search14”]}/>
Asian Games 2026 Cricket Semifinal Schedule
| Date | Match | India Time |
|---|---|---|
| October 1, 2026 | Pakistan vs Bangladesh | 5:30 AM |
| October 1, 2026 | India vs Sri Lanka | 10:00 AM |
| October 3, 2026 | Bronze Medal Match | 5:30 AM |
| October 3, 2026 | Gold Medal Final | 10:00 AM |
The winners of the two semifinals will meet in the gold medal final on October 3. The losing teams will compete for the bronze medal. <Cite refs={[“turn190282news2″,”turn190282search14”]}/>
Conclusion
The India vs Sri Lanka Asian Games 2026 men’s cricket semifinal is scheduled for October 1 at Korogi Sports Park in Japan, beginning at 10:00 AM IST.
India will be led by Shreyas Iyer, while Sri Lanka enters the semifinal after advancing from a rain-abandoned quarterfinal. Both teams will be competing for a place in the gold medal final.
Fans can follow the match through Sony Sports Network and SonyLIV, subject to the latest broadcast schedule and weather updates.
This article is based on reports and schedules available on September 29, 2026. Playing XIs, weather conditions and match arrangements may be updated by tournament officials.
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