Afghanistan vs Nepal is underway at the 2026 Asian Games, with Afghanistan defending a modest total after Nepal won the toss and chose to field at Korogi Sports Park in Nisshin, Japan.
Afghanistan finished its 20 overs on 102 for seven, leaving Nepal a target of 103 in the Group A men’s T20 match.
Nepal’s chase began cautiously, with Afghanistan making an early breakthrough through Faridoon Dawoodzai, who dismissed opener Kushal Bhurtel.
The latest available live update had Nepal at 12 for one after 2.4 overs, with Aasif Sheikh and Sundeep Jora at the crease.
Nepal required 91 more runs from 104 balls to win.
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Afghanistan Vs Nepal: Afghanistan set a target of 103
Afghanistan’s innings was built around a disciplined but limited scoring effort after the team was sent in to bat.
Darwish Rasooli leads Afghanistan in the tournament, while Mohammad Ishaq is serving as wicketkeeper.
The Afghan squad also includes Karim Janat, Najibullah Zadran, Nangeyalia Kharote and Dawoodzai.
Nepal captain Dipendra Singh Airee has a strong group of experienced players available for the chase, including Rohit Paudel, Aasif Sheikh, Sandeep Lamichhane, Karan KC and Kushal Bhurtel.
The low target puts pressure on Afghanistan’s bowlers to maintain control during the powerplay and prevent Nepal from building a decisive opening partnership.
What the match means in Group A
Afghanistan entered the match with two points after beating Japan by 48 runs in its opening game of the competition on September 24.
That victory placed Afghanistan at the top of Group A ahead of the Nepal match, while Japan was scheduled to face Nepal on September 26.
The men’s cricket competition is being played in T20 format as part of the Aichi-Nagoya 2026 Asian Games.
Afghanistan, Nepal and Japan make up Group A, while Hong Kong, China, Malaysia and Oman are in Group B.
The top two teams from each group advance alongside four seeded teams — India, Pakistan, Bangladesh and Sri Lanka — into the knockout stage.
Live match details
| Match | Information |
|---|---|
| Fixture | Afghanistan vs Nepal |
| Competition | Asian Games men’s T20 cricket |
| Date | September 25, 2026 |
| Venue | Korogi Sports Park, Nisshin, Japan |
| Afghanistan | 102 for seven after 20 overs |
| Nepal target | 103 runs |
| Latest Nepal score | 12 for one after 2.4 overs |
Play remains live, so the score and match situation may change quickly.
The final result will determine how the Group A standings develop before Nepal’s next match against Japan.
The tournament’s quarter-finals are scheduled to begin on September 28, followed by the semi-finals on October 1 and the medal matches on October 3.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the Afghanistan vs Nepal score?
Afghanistan made 102 for seven in 20 overs. Nepal was 12 for one after 2.4 overs in the latest available live update.
What target is Nepal chasing?
Nepal needs 103 runs to beat Afghanistan in the Asian Games men’s T20 match.
Where is Afghanistan vs Nepal being played?
The match is being played at Korogi Sports Park in Nisshin, Japan.
What tournament is Afghanistan vs Nepal part of?
The match is part of the men’s T20 cricket competition at the Aichi-Nagoya 2026 Asian Games.
What happens after the group stage?
The top two teams from each group advance alongside India, Pakistan, Bangladesh and Sri Lanka to the quarter-finals beginning September 28, 2026.
Fact-Checked: Key match details, tournament format, venue, schedule and live score information were checked against the official Aichi-Nagoya 2026 schedule and current cricket match-centre data.
Disclaimer: Live cricket scores can change between updates, and the latest score shown may not reflect the final result.