The excitement is palpable as the Men’s cricket competition at the Asian Games 2023 brings together two cricketing nations, India and Nepal, in a thrilling quarter-final match. India, Pakistan, Sri Lanka, Afghanistan, and Bangladesh have already secured their spots in the last eight, while Nepal, Hong Kong, and Malaysia fought their way through the group stage matches to claim their spots.
Nepal’s cricket team has been making headlines with remarkable performances, breaking records during their initial clash against Mongolia and securing a victory over the Maldives in their second match, earning them a well-deserved place in the quarter-finals at the Asian Games.
This edition of the Asian Games marks the return of cricket to the event after a hiatus of nine years. It’s a momentous occasion for the Indian cricket team as they make their debut at this continental event. Following the remarkable success of the women’s team, who clinched the gold medal by defeating Sri Lanka in the finals, the men’s team is eager to replicate that achievement and make their mark on this prestigious stage.
Key Details for the India vs. Nepal Asian Games 2023 Quarter-final:
Match Date: Tuesday, October 3
Match Start Time: 6:30 AM IST
Venue: ZJUT Cricket Field in Hangzhou
TV Broadcast: Catch the action live on Sony Sports Ten 2 SD & HD and Sony Sports Ten 3 SD & HD (Hindi) TV channels.
Live Streaming: Don’t miss a moment of the action – the India vs. Nepal Asian Games 2023 Quarter-final match can be live-streamed via the SonyLIV app and website.
India Men’s Cricket Team Squad for Asian Games 2023:
- Ruturaj Gaikwad (Captain)
- Yashasvi Jaiswal
- Rahul Tripathi
- Tilak Varma
- Rinku Singh
- Jitesh Sharma (wk)
- Washington Sundar
- Shahbaz Ahmed
- Ravi Bishnoi
- Avesh Khan
- Arshdeep Singh
- Mukesh Kumar
- Shivam Mavi
- Shivam Dube
- Prabhsimran Singh (wk)
Standby List of Players:
- Yash Thakur
- Sai Kishore
- Venkatesh Iyer
- Deepak Hooda
- Sai Sudarsan
As cricket enthusiasts eagerly await this epic showdown between India and Nepal, the Asian Games 2023 promises to deliver thrilling moments and unforgettable cricketing action. Stay tuned for a captivating display of skill, sportsmanship, and the spirit of the game.