India vs Sri Lanka is under way in the second men’s cricket semifinal at the 2026 Asian Games, with Sri Lanka winning the toss and electing to field first at Korogi Sports Park in Nisshin, Japan.
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India vs Sri Lanka live score and match status
India opened its innings with Vaibhav Sooryavanshi and Abhishek Sharma, and the latest available score update listed India at 0/0 after 0.0 overs.
The match is scheduled as a 20-over semifinal, with the winner advancing to the gold-medal match and the losing side moving into the bronze-medal contest.
| Match detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Competition | Asian Games men’s T20I |
| Stage | Second semifinal |
| Venue | Korogi Sports Park, Nisshin |
| Date | Thursday, October 1, 2026 |
| Latest score | India 0/0 after 0.0 overs |
| Toss | Sri Lanka won and chose to field |
India playing XI
India named a strong T20 lineup led by captain Shreyas Iyer, with Sanju Samson, Ishan Kishan, Abhishek Sharma, Tilak Varma and Vaibhav Sooryavanshi among the batting options.
Jasprit Bumrah leads the pace attack, while Axar Patel, Washington Sundar, Shivam Dube and Ravi Bishnoi give India several spin and all-round options.
The confirmed Indian squad listed for the match also includes Yash Thakur and Arshdeep Singh.
- Shreyas Iyer captain
- Sanju Samson wicketkeeper
- Ishan Kishan wicketkeeper
- Abhishek Sharma
- Tilak Varma
- Shivam Dube
- Axar Patel
- Washington Sundar
- Ravi Bishnoi
- Jasprit Bumrah
- Arshdeep Singh
- Yash Thakur
- Vaibhav Sooryavanshi
Sri Lanka look to challenge India
Sri Lanka’s squad is captained by Sahan Arachchige, with Niroshan Dickwella and Sohan de Livera listed as wicketkeeping options.
The Sri Lankan group also includes all-rounders Chamika Karunaratne, Dushan Hemantha and Wanuja Sahan, along with bowlers Binura Fernando, Tharindu Ratnayake, Nuwan Thushara, Vijayakanth Viyaskanth and Garuka Sanketh.
India entered the knockout stage as the defending men’s Asian Games champion and was seeded directly into the quarterfinals.
Its quarterfinal against Afghanistan was abandoned, allowing India to progress to the semifinal.
What is at stake
The semifinal is one of the final two men’s cricket matches at the Aichi-Nagoya Games, where the gold- and bronze-medal matches are scheduled for October 3.
India won the men’s cricket title at the 2022 Asian Games, while Sri Lanka has also previously claimed Asian Games gold in the format.
The winner in Nisshin will have a direct path to another gold-medal opportunity.
Weather and playing conditions have been a major factor in the tournament, with all four men’s quarterfinals affected by rain.
Clearer conditions in Nisshin raised hopes that the India-Sri Lanka semifinal could be completed over the full 20 overs.
How the match could be decided
Sri Lanka’s decision to bowl first gives its attack an early chance to use the new ball against India’s aggressive opening pair.
India’s batting depth means the semifinal could turn on how effectively Sri Lanka controls the powerplay and the final five overs.
For Sri Lanka, restricting India to a manageable total would be crucial before a chase against a varied Indian bowling attack featuring Bumrah, Arshdeep, Axar and Bishnoi.
The score and result remain subject to change while play continues in Nisshin.
India entered the knockout stage as the defending men’s Asian Games champion and was seeded directly into the quarterfinals.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the India vs Sri Lanka match on October 1, 2026?
It is the second semifinal of the men’s T20 cricket tournament at the 2026 Asian Games.
Where is India vs Sri Lanka being played?
The semifinal is being played at Korogi Sports Park in Nisshin, Japan.
Who won the toss in India vs Sri Lanka?
Sri Lanka won the toss and chose to field first.
What was the latest India vs Sri Lanka score?
The latest available update listed India at 0/0 after 0.0 overs, with Vaibhav Sooryavanshi and Abhishek Sharma opening.
What happens after the India vs Sri Lanka semifinal?
The winner advances to the gold-medal match, while the losing team plays for bronze. The medal matches are scheduled for October 3.
Fact-Checked: Key match details, squads, venue, tournament stage and medal-round information were checked against ICC and Japan Cricket Association match information.
Disclaimer: Live cricket scores and match details can change as play progresses.