The upcoming 2026 Asian Games will feature an exciting men’s cricket competition. Four teams have secured their spots following the qualification tournament held in Singapore.
Qualified Teams for Men’s Cricket at the Asian Games 2026
Nepal, Malaysia, Hong Kong, and Oman have qualified to compete in the men’s cricket event set to take place in Japan.
Group A and Group B Highlights
- Nepal: Finished top of Group A, winning both matches.
- Malaysia: Secured qualification with a victory over China in their opener.
- Hong Kong: Led Group B unbeaten.
- Oman: Also finished strong in Group B without losing a match.
Qatar’s withdrawal from Group A allowed Nepal to clinch the top position. Both Hong Kong and Oman will now compete against each other to finalize the semifinal matchups. The winner will advance to play Malaysia, while the runner-up will face Nepal.
Automatic Qualifiers and Event Schedule
The men’s cricket tournament will feature additional teams including Afghanistan, Bangladesh, India, Pakistan, and Sri Lanka. These nations qualified automatically as Asia’s Full Member nations. The host country, Japan, will also participate.
The competition is scheduled to kick off on September 24, 2026, with the final match taking place on October 3, 2026. Fans can look forward to a thrilling showcase of talent and competition in cricket.
