The picture for the quarter-final stage of the Asian Games 2026 has become entirely clear. The Indian cricket team is scheduled to square off against Afghanistan in the next round. Following the conclusion of the group stage and qualification matches, the lineup for this high-stakes knockout fixture has been officially locked in.
The Opponent Decided
During the qualification round, the Afghanistan team finished second in their group with one win and one loss. Based on these standings, they have now secured a clash against India in the quarter-finals. Meanwhile, Nepal finished at the top of the points table in the same group with three points, and they are set to face Sri Lanka in their respective quarter-final encounter.
Match Date and Venue
The crucial quarter-final battle between India and Afghanistan is scheduled for September 28. Both teams will lock horns at the Korogi Sports Park in Nishin for this knockout fixture. The match will kick off at 10:00 AM Indian Standard Time as both sides vie for a spot in the semi-finals.
