India advances to Asian Games 2026 semi-final after rainouts

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Last updated Sep 28, 2026

India advances to Asian Games 2026 semi-final after rainouts
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India has moved into the semi-finals of the Asian Games 2026 after their quarter-final against Afghanistan was abandoned due to rain in Nisshin. The match was called off just 16 minutes before the scheduled toss, allowing India, as the higher-seeded team, to advance. They will face the winner of the quarter-final match between Nepal and Sri Lanka, which will take place on September 29. Rules dictate that if further rain affects the matches, seeding will determine who progresses.

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  • •India's quarter-final against Afghanistan was washed out due to rain.
  • •The match was abandoned shortly before the toss.
  • •India will meet the winner of Nepal vs. Sri Lanka on September 29.
  • •The semi-final will take place at Korogi Sports Park in Nisshin, Japan.
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