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Asian Games 2026: Check dates, live streaming, TV telecast in India and other key details

Asian Games 2026 live streaming: India aims to surpass its previous medal record at the upcoming Asian Games. The continental sporting event begins on September 19 in Aichi-Nagoya, Japan. Defending champions in cricket, kabaddi, and men's hockey will represent India. Several prominent athletes will compete across various disciplines for medal…

The Economic Times · Sep 18

India’s 2038 Asian Games bid faces five rivals, host decision not before 2028

India's 2038 Asian Games hosting bid decision will not be known before 2028. Five other countries have also expressed interest in hosting the 2038 edition. The Olympic Council of Asia will form a committee to evaluate all bidding nations next year. Doha will host the 2030 Asian Games and Riyadh…

The Economic Times · Sep 18

India begin Asian Games gold-medal defence against Japan in women’s cricket

India faces a busy day at the Asian Games 2026 with multiple sporting events. The Indian women's cricket team begins its gold medal defense against hosts Japan. Soft tennis and teqball athletes will also compete in various categories throughout the day. India enters the cricket tournament as a top contender…

The Economic Times · Sep 18

Asian Games 2026: India aim to turn World Cup lessons into action, defend hockey title and seal LA Olympics berth

India’s men’s hockey team will seek to put its disappointing World Cup campaign behind it as it begins its Asian Games title defence in Nagoya. Coach Craig Fulton said the team has identified areas for improvement and is focused on translating those lessons into action, with Sunday’s opener against Indonesia…

The Economic Times · Sep 17

India shooters face long commutes, bus delays at Asian Games as coach flags arrangements

A senior coach voiced disappointment with Asian Games arrangements in Nagoya. Shooters face long commutes to the competition venue daily. Buses experienced significant delays, impacting training schedules for athletes. The coach noted Japan's image was somewhat tarnished by these issues. Despite challenges, the team must adapt and focus on their…

The Economic Times · Sep 17

1966 Asian Games hockey gold: Olympic medallist Harbinder Singh recalls how 10-man India beat Pakistan in Bangkok final

Recalling the triumph at the 1966 Asian Games, Harbinder Singh speaks of a gold medal won amidst the spirit of a patriotic anthem and fierce competition. He believes contemporary hockey lacks the finesse of the past and emphasizes the importance of having international players participate in local matches to enhance…

The Economic Times · Sep 17

Asian Games chief defends 'functional' rooms after backlash

Accommodation for Asian Games athletes in Japan is "functional" and efforts are being made to deal with numerous complaints from disgruntled teams, a chief organiser told AFP. More than 17,000 competitors and officials are expected at the continent's biggest sporting spectacular, which opens on Saturday in Nagoya. Speaking ahead of…

The Economic Times · Sep 17

Asian Games 2026: India begin women's cricket title defence against Japan after Asia Cup triumph

Defending champions India will begin their Asian Games women's cricket title defence against hosts Japan in the quarterfinals on Friday, days after winning a record-extending eighth Asia Cup. Shafali Verma, Sree Charani and Deepti Sharma will be central to India's campaign in a straight knockout tournament offering no margin for…

The Economic Times · Sep 17

Asian Games 2026: Gymnast Pranati Nayak takes measured approach in bid for maiden medal

Indian gymnast Pranati Nayak is targeting an Asian Games medal in her fourth appearance. She has recovered from a plantar fasciitis injury and feels fully fit. Nayak focuses on perfection and flexibility after a previous vaulting mistake. She has also worked on mental preparation with psychologists for concentration. The gymnast…

The Economic Times · Sep 17

Asian Games 2026 full cricket schedule: When do Shreyas Iyer and Harmanpreet Kaur's teams play? Full fixtures, squads and timings

Asian Games 2026 cricket schedule: ndia aims to defend its twin cricket gold medals at the 2026 Asian Games. The women's tournament begins September 17, with India playing hosts Japan on September 18. The men's competition starts September 28, with India facing a Group A qualifier. Both competitions will be…

The Economic Times · Sep 17