Pakistan is set to face Hong Kong in the first quarter-final of the men's cricket tournament at the Asian Games 2026. The match is scheduled for Monday, September 28, at Korogi Sports Park in Nisshin, Japan, starting at 9:00 AM local time (5:30 AM IST). (cricbuzz.com)
Pakistan, led by captain Sahibzada Farhan, enters the tournament directly at the quarter-final stage as one of the top-seeded teams. The squad comprises a mix of experienced and emerging players, including vice-captain Abdul Samad, Abrar Ahmed, and Saim Ayub. (criccatch.com)
Hong Kong, captained by Yasim Murtaza, advanced to the quarter-finals after finishing second in Group B. Their squad features players like Babar Hayat and Anshuman Rath. (ipl.com)
Weather forecasts indicate a possibility of rain during the match, which could impact play. Fans can watch the live broadcast on Sony Sports Network and stream it on SonyLIV. (sports.ndtv.com)
This encounter marks the third T20I meeting between the two teams, with Pakistan having won the previous two matches. (thesportstak.com)