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India & Japan: Historic Cricket Clash Set for 2026
4 Sep
Summary
- India and Japan men's cricket teams to play historic T20I.
- The match, named Suzuki Cup, will be held in Sano, Japan.
- This event promotes sports diplomacy and cricket's growth.
A landmark T20I cricket match between the Indian and Japanese men's national teams is scheduled for September 22, 2026. This historic fixture, dubbed the Suzuki Cup, will take place at the Sano International Cricket Ground in Tochigi Prefecture, Japan.
The game is set to commemorate the 75th anniversary of diplomatic relations between India and Japan. It also launches 'Sport 75,' an initiative designed to foster sports exchanges and cooperation between the two nations.
This event is part of a broader effort by the Board of Control for Cricket in India to promote cricket's global growth. The Japan Cricket Association CEO expressed enthusiasm for hosting the world champions.
Separately, Japan will host the Asian Games 2026 cricket tournaments in September. Both the Indian men's and women's teams are defending champions and will aim to retain their gold medals in the events held in Aichi-Nagoya.
