Sri Lanka Faces Nepal in Asian Games Cricket Knockout

The Asian Games 2026 men's cricket competition is heating up as Sri Lanka prepares to face Nepal in the third quarter-final on Tuesday, September 29. This pivotal match, scheduled for Korogi Sports Park in Nisshin, will determine which team advances to the semi-finals.

Sri Lanka, a seeded team, meets a formidable Nepal side that secured their quarter-final berth by winning Group A. Nepal has already demonstrated their adaptability to Japanese conditions, having defeated Afghanistan and Japan in the group stage. Key players for Sri Lanka include Nuwan Thushara and Niroshan Dickwella, while Nepal relies on Dipendra Singh Airee's squad.

Cricket enthusiasts in India and surrounding regions can catch the live action on the Sony Sports Network, with telecasts on Sony Sports Ten 1, Sony Sports Ten 3, and Sony Sports Ten 4. The match is set to commence at 9:00 AM local time in Nisshin, which corresponds to 5:30 AM IST on Tuesday, September 29. Live streaming will be available via the SonyLIV app and website.

The pitch at Korogi Sports Park is expected to offer grip and turn, potentially making stroke-making challenging as the ball ages. While boundaries are relatively short, encouraging aggressive batting, the average first-innings score suggests a competitive total might hover between 120 to 140 runs. Teams may opt to bat first to apply scoreboard pressure.

Weather forecasts for Nisshin predict pleasant conditions on Tuesday morning, with temperatures around 18°C, rising to 23°C later. The likelihood of rain is minimal at 10%, ensuring minimal disruption. A light easterly breeze might offer early assistance to swing bowlers. Both teams have announced their predicted playing elevens, featuring key players like Nuwan Thushara for Sri Lanka and Sandeep Lamichhane for Nepal.