India Beat Afghanistan in Asian Games 2026 Cricket Quarterfinal, Advance to Semifinal

India move into the semifinal

According to Yahoo Sports, India's cricket team, captained by Shreyas Iyer, defeated Afghanistan in the quarterfinal of the cricket competition at the Asian Games 2026, securing a place in the semifinal. The report was published on Monday, September 28, 2026. The source does not disclose match details such as the score, venue, or date of play — only that India won and progressed further in the tournament.

Context: Asian Games 2026

The quarterfinal came amid a strong overall showing by India at these Games. On Day 8 of competition, India's kabaddi teams won a double gold: the men's team beat Iran 40-34 to retain their title, while the women's team defeated Iran 37-34 earlier the same day. By Day 9, India's overall medal count stood at 37 — 4 gold, 16 silver and 17 bronze — placing the country 8th in the medal table. Athletics also contributed five medals on Day 9, including a silver for Sarvesh Kushare.

Sports media covering the Games describe Days 9 and 10 as a pivotal stretch, with numerous athletics finals and decisive matches across several disciplines, including cricket, where India now prepares for the semifinal following its win over Afghanistan.