Aichi-Nagoya, Oct. 6 -- VVS Laxman, head coach of the India men's team at the Asian Games 2026, praised the side's adaptability and preparation after India won the gold medal in Aichi-Nagoya, Japan.

India defeated arch-rivals Pakistan by 19 runs in the men's cricket final held at the Korogi Sports Park in Nisshin on Saturday to successfully defend their gold medal.

In a video posted on the Board of Control for Cricket in India's (BCCI) Instagram handle, Laxman, who is also Director of Cricket at the BCCI Centre of Excellence (CoE), said that the team faced challenges related to weather, travel and limited practice opportunities in Japan. However, he praised the players for staying committed, maintaining their fitness and making the most...