Japan hosts historic T20I against India's cricket team
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 20, 2026, 5:31 PM
Last updated Sep 20, 2026
Japan is preparing to host its inaugural men's senior international cricket match against India, scheduled for Tuesday. This historic fixture marks a significant milestone for Japanese cricket, which has been gradually growing in popularity and participation. As the reigning T20I world champions, India's presence aims to bolster interest in the sport. Japan's cricket community, including the Japan Cricket Association led by COO Alan Curr, views this event not only as a match but as an opportunity to raise cricket's profile in a country where it competes with other major sports. The match is set against the backdrop of Japan's upcoming participation in the Asian Games.
- •Japan's first men's international match against India takes place on September 22.
- •Cricket's participation in Japan has increased from 3,000 to 8,800 players since 2014.
- •The match serves to raise awareness prior to the Asian Games in Aichi-Nagoya.
- •Japan hopes to establish cricket as a more mainstream sport through high-level competition.
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"Japan is set to host its first-ever men's senior international cricket match against India, marking a milestone for Japanese cricket. Growth has been steady, with rising participation and increased visibility. The match aims to win hearts, boost cricket's popularity, and showcase Japan's progress within the global cricket community.
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