2026 Asian Games: India and Japan will play in the women's cricket quarterfinal match today at the Asian Games. Find out what time the match will start and which channel it will air live on?

When and where to watch India's quarter-final

The Indian cricket team will play its quarterfinal match against Japan today, September 18th, at the 2026 Asian Games. Bangladesh and Pakistan have already secured semifinal spots. The women's cricket competition began on September 17th, and eight teams are participating in the tournament.

The Indian team will face Japan, and this match will be played at the Korogi Sports Park. If Team India defeats Japan today, it will face Bangladesh in the semi-finals. It's worth noting that Bangladesh advanced to the semi-finals without playing a single ball. The match between Bangladesh and China was abandoned due to a wet field, and Bangladesh advanced to the semi-finals based on their superior rankings. Meanwhile, Pakistan secured a place in the final four after defeating Thailand by three wickets.

What time will India's quarter-final start?

The quarterfinal match between India and Japan will start at 10:30 am Indian time.

On which channel and app to watch live?

If you are watching on TV, the quarter-final match will be telecast on Sony Sports Network.

If you are watching on mobile or an Android TV device, then the India vs Japan match will be live-streamed on the Sony Liv app.

India is the defending champion at the Asian Games and is on track to win its second consecutive gold medal. Just days ago, the Indian team, captained by Harmanpreet Kaur, won the Asia Cup 2026 title. Now, the same team will be looking to win the Asian Games as well.

India and Pakistan may clash in the final.

The final of the women's cricket competition at the 2026 Asian Games could be between India and Pakistan. If India wins the quarter-final today, it will face Bangladesh in the first semi-final, while Pakistan will play in the second. If India and Pakistan overcome their respective challenges and reach the final, a major clash is possible. However, in the recently concluded Asia Cup, the Indian team defeated Pakistan by just 55 runs.