India Beat Pakistan by 19 Runs to Win Asian Games Cricket Gold

India defeated Pakistan by 19 runs in the final of the Asian Games men’s cricket tournament on October 3, 2026, clinching the gold medal for the second straight edition. The Asian Games cricket final 2026 was played at the Korogi Sports Park in Japan.

Chasing 212 for victory, Pakistan finished on 192 for 6 — falling short despite a blazing 96 off 50 balls from Hasan Nawaz.

India’s innings: 211 for 6

Batting first, India posted a commanding 211 for 6. Abhishek Sharma set the tone with a brisk 61, while Tilak Varma anchored the innings with an unbeaten 51. Pakistan’s bowlers fought back in patches but couldn’t stem the flow of runs on a true surface.

Pakistan’s chase falls short

Pakistan’s reply revolved around Hasan Nawaz, whose 96 off just 50 deliveries kept the chase alive deep into the innings. But with little support from the other end, the required rate kept climbing, and Pakistan closed on 192 for 6 — 19 runs adrift of the target.

It was a case of so near yet so far for Pakistan, who had played impressive cricket to reach the final.

India’s second straight gold

The victory gave India back-to-back Asian Games cricket gold medals, confirming their dominance in the multi-sport event. For Pakistan, the silver medal was still a proud achievement — and a platform to build on for future tournaments.

Silver lining for Pakistan

While gold slipped away, Pakistan’s campaign had plenty to celebrate. The team’s young core showed composure in pressure situations throughout the tournament, and reaching the final was itself an achievement worth noting.

Coaches will take encouragement from the batting depth on display and the fighting spirit in the field. The challenge now is to convert these promising performances into trophies when the stakes are highest.

Key facts

• Result: India beat Pakistan by 19 runs.
• Venue: Korogi Sports Park, Japan — October 3, 2026.
• India: 211/6 (Abhishek Sharma 61, Tilak Varma 51*).
• Pakistan: 192/6 (Hasan Nawaz 96 off 50).
• Milestone: India’s second consecutive Asian Games cricket gold.

What it means

Defeat in a final always stings, but Pakistan can take heart from a campaign that showcased exciting young talent. Hasan Nawaz’s emergence as a big-match player is a major positive heading into a busy international season.

For India, the gold continues a golden run in Asian Games cricket. For Pakistan, the focus now shifts to turning silver-medal promise into gold-medal performances in the tournaments that matter most.