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India faces Japan in Asian Games quarterfinals as Olympics approach

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 18, 2026, 9:34 AM

Last updated Sep 18, 2026

India faces Japan in Asian Games quarterfinals as Olympics approach
Summary

India’s women’s cricket team begins its Asian Games title defense against Japan on September 18 at Korogi Athletic Park in Nisshin City. Head coach Amol Muzumdar emphasized the tournament serves as preparation for the 2028 Los Angeles Olympics, marking cricket's return to the Games after 128 years. Pakistan secured a place in the semifinals by beating Thailand by three wickets, while China's quarterfinal against Bangladesh was abandoned, allowing Bangladesh to advance as the higher-ranked team. India aims to retain their gold medal after previously winning in 2022, with strong focus on competing for Olympic glory.

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  • •India plays Japan in women's cricket quarterfinals
  • •Pakistan beats Thailand to reach semifinals
  • •Bangladesh advances after China's quarterfinal is abandoned
  • •Asian Games seen as preparation for the 2028 Olympics
  • •India seeks to defend their gold from 2022
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India’s women’s cricket team begins its Asian Games title defence against Japan, but coach Amol Muzumdar and captain Harmanpreet Kaur see the tournament as preparation for cricket’s return to the Olympics at Los Angeles 2028. China’s quarterfinal against Bangladesh was abandoned, sending Bangladesh through, while Pakistan beat Thailand by three wickets to reach the semifinals.

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