Full-Strength India Begin Asian Games Campaign Against Inexperienced Afghanistan

Asian Games 2026: Full-strength India to face inexperienced Afghanistan in opener

It is to be noted that India have come here with a full strength squad unlike last time with Iyer himself part of the side alongside Jasprit Bumrah, Ishan Kishan Abhishek Sharma and Axar Patel

Full-strength India begin Asian Games campaign against inexperienced Afghanistan

India will compete against Afghanistan in their Asian Games opener after preparing for the unfamiliar conditions. The Indian team is led by Shreyas Iyer and consists of a full strength squad. Afghanistan's inexperienced team aims to improve their batting performance after a recent defeat against Nepal. While Indian players enjoy their time in Japan, they are focused on winning gold. The match is set to commence at 10 am IST.

Full-Strength India To Take On Afghanistan In Cricket Campaign Opener At Asian Games

India will face an inexperienced Afghanistan in their Asian Games opener on Monday with the overwhelming favourites looking to quickly acclimatise to the unfamiliar conditions in Japan.