India and Pakistan to Meet in Asian Games Men’s Cricket Gold Medal Final

India and Pakistan will meet in the men’s cricket gold medal match at the 20th Asian Games in Japan, the first time the teams have faced each other in the final in the Games’ history.

India booked its place in the final with a 124-run win over Sri Lanka in Thursday’s second semifinal at Korogi Sports Park in Nisshin. Sri Lanka were bowled out for 45 in 9.5 overs while chasing a target of 170.

Pakistan reached the final earlier after defeating Bangladesh by six wickets in the first semifinal. The gold medal match is scheduled for Saturday, October 3, at 10:45 am Nepal time.

India set up final with dominant semifinal win

India’s 124-run victory over Sri Lanka secured the final spot and set up a meeting with Pakistan. Sri Lanka’s innings ended at 45, leaving India as the winner of the second semifinal.

Pakistan advance after beating Bangladesh

Pakistan earned their place in the gold medal match with a six-wicket win over Bangladesh in the first semifinal.

Final details

• Match: India vs Pakistan, men’s cricket gold medal final
• Date: Saturday, October 3
• Start time: 10:45 am Nepal time
• Tournament: 20th Asian Games in Japan