India vs Sri Lanka Asian Games 2026 Semi-Final: Match Preview, Schedule, Squads & Live Streaming
India will face Sri Lanka in the second semi-final of the men’s cricket competition at the Aichi-Nagoya Asian Games 2026 on Thursday, October 1, 2026. The match will be played at Korogi Sports Park in Nisshin, Japan, with the scheduled start at 10:00 AM IST. Indian viewers can watch the match live on the Sony Sports Network and stream it online through SonyLIV.
India entered the semi-finals after their quarter-final against Afghanistan was abandoned without a ball being bowled because of persistent rain. Sri Lanka also progressed after their quarter-final against Nepal was abandoned due to the weather. Both teams therefore advanced to the last four under the tournament’s qualification rules.
India are the defending men’s Asian Games cricket champions, with Shreyas Iyer leading the 2026 side. Sri Lanka are captained by Sahan Arachchige. The winner of this semi-final will advance to the men’s cricket gold-medal match.
When does India vs Sri Lanka start?
| Match Information | Details |
|---|---|
| Match | India vs Sri Lanka, 2nd Semi-Final |
| Tournament | Asian Games 2026 Men’s T20 |
| Date | Thursday, October 1, 2026 |
| Start Time | 10:00 AM IST |
| Toss | Around 9:30 AM IST |
| Local Time | 1:30 PM Japan time |
| Venue | Korogi Sports Park, Nisshin, Japan |
| Format | Men’s T20 |
| Live Streaming in India | SonyLIV |
| TV Coverage in India | Sony Sports Network |
The India vs Sri Lanka semi-final is scheduled to begin at 10:00 AM IST, or 1:30 PM local time in Japan.
How to watch India vs Sri Lanka live in India
Indian cricket fans can watch the Asian Games men’s semi-final live on the Sony Sports Network. Online viewers can stream the match through SonyLIV using its website or mobile application.
The match will be played at Korogi Sports Park, which is hosting the men’s cricket competition during the Aichi-Nagoya Asian Games.
How to watch India vs Sri Lanka on Android and iPhone
Fans can follow the India vs Sri Lanka semi-final through the SonyLIV application on supported Android and iOS devices.
Steps to watch the match
- Download or open the SonyLIV app.
- Sign in to your SonyLIV account.
- Open the Sports section.
- Search for Asian Games 2026.
- Select India vs Sri Lanka.
- Open the live stream when the match begins.
- Follow any applicable subscription or viewing requirements.
SonyLIV’s availability and subscription requirements can vary, so viewers should check the platform before the start of the match.
India squad for Asian Games 2026
India’s men’s Asian Games squad is led by Shreyas Iyer. The squad includes a combination of established international players and younger members.
Shreyas Iyer (Captain), Abhishek Sharma, Sanju Samson, Ishan Kishan, Shivam Dube, Tilak Varma, Vipraj Nigam, Axar Patel, Washington Sundar, Ravi Bishnoi, Jasprit Bumrah, Harshit Rana, Arshdeep Singh, Vaibhav Sooryavanshi and Yash Thakur.
Players such as Jasprit Bumrah, Sanju Samson, Abhishek Sharma, Axar Patel and Washington Sundar bring considerable international T20 experience to India’s squad.
Sri Lanka squad for Asian Games 2026
Sri Lanka are led by Sahan Arachchige in the men’s cricket competition.
The Sri Lankan squad includes:
Sahan Arachchige (Captain), Ashen Bandara, Lasith Croospulle, Keshan de Livera, Niroshan Dickwella, Binura Fernando, Nuwanidu Fernando, Tharindu Hansaka, Dushan Hemantha, Sineth Jayawardena, Chamika Karunaratne, Pramod Madushan, Wanuja Sahan, Nuwan Thushara and Vijayakanth Viyaskanth.
The squad features experienced players including Niroshan Dickwella, Binura Fernando, Chamika Karunaratne and Nuwan Thushara, alongside younger players.
India vs Sri Lanka Asian Games Semi-Final Preview
The semi-final comes after a rain-disrupted quarter-final stage. India’s scheduled quarter-final against Afghanistan could not get underway at Korogi Sports Park because of persistent rain, while Sri Lanka’s quarter-final against Nepal was also abandoned. India and Sri Lanka subsequently progressed to the semi-finals.
The weather has been a major factor in the men’s cricket competition, but forecasts ahead of the semi-final have been more encouraging. Reports on September 30 indicated a low chance of rain around the scheduled match period in Nisshin.
For India, the semi-final will be their first opportunity to play a competitive match in the men’s Asian Games tournament after the quarter-final washout. Sri Lanka will similarly be looking to make the most of their first knockout appearance after their quarter-final was abandoned.
India vs Sri Lanka Live Streaming – Key Details
The India vs Sri Lanka Asian Games 2026 men’s cricket semi-final will be played on Thursday, October 1, 2026, at 10:00 AM IST at Korogi Sports Park in Nisshin, Japan.
Television coverage in India will be available on the Sony Sports Network, while online viewers can watch the match through SonyLIV.
With a place in the Asian Games men’s cricket final at stake, the semi-final will determine which team progresses to the gold-medal match.
India vs Sri Lanka Semi-Final: Quick Details
Match: India vs Sri Lanka, 2nd Semi-Final
Tournament: Asian Games 2026 Men’s T20
Date: Thursday, October 1, 2026
Time: 10:00 AM IST
Toss: Around 9:30 AM IST
Venue: Korogi Sports Park, Nisshin, Japan
India Captain: Shreyas Iyer
Sri Lanka Captain: Sahan Arachchige
Format: T20
TV: Sony Sports Network
Live Streaming: SonyLIV
