India, Sept. 24 -- Japan vs Afghanistan LIVE Streaming: The match will kick off the Asian Games 2026 men's cricket competition, with hosts Japan taking on Afghanistan in the opening Group A fixture. The match will begin at 5:30 AM IST, with the live action available on television and online for Indian viewers.

This will be the first-ever international cricket encounter between Japan and Afghanistan. Afghanistan enter the contest with a squad featuring considerable senior international and T20 experience, while hosts Japan will look to make the most of home conditions. Afghanistan will be led by Darwish Rasooli, while Kendel Kadowaki-Fleming will captain Japan.

Japan vs Afghanistan: Match Details

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