Asian Games 2026 Cricket Schedule Out: 10 Teams Vie for Gold in Japan

• The Asian Games 2026 cricket schedule has been released, with matches running from September 17 to October 3 in Aichi-Nagoya, Japan.
• Cricket will be played in the T20 format for both men's and women's competitions at Korogi Athletic Park in Aichi Prefecture.
• The women's tournament starts September 17, with 8 teams in a direct knockout format; India are defending champions.
• The men's competition begins September 24, featuring 10 teams and preliminary matches before quarterfinals.
• India's men's team won gold in 2023 under Ruturaj Gaikwad, while the women's team, led by Harmanpreet Kaur, also secured gold.

Why It Matters: Asian Games 2026 cricket schedule announced for T20 format in Japan, with India defending both titles.