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Afghanistan vs Japan: Afghanistan win Asian Games opener by 48 runs

Published 24 September 2026

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Afghanistan beat Japan by 48 runs after making 129 for 6; Japan were bowled out for 81 in 19.3 overs.

Result

Afghanistan beat Japan by 48 runs in the opening Group A match of the men’s cricket competition at the 2026 Asian Games.

The match was played at Korogi Sports Park in Nisshin on 24 September 2026.

Afghanistan begin the group stage with a win. Japan have one group match left to improve their qualification chances.

Afghanistan, Japan and Nepal are in Group A. The top two teams in the group progress to the quarter-finals.

Who won Afghanistan vs Japan at the 2026 Asian Games?

Afghanistan won by 48 runs.

What was the Afghanistan vs Japan score?

Afghanistan scored 129 for 6 in 20 overs. Japan were bowled out for 81 in 19.3 overs.

Where was Afghanistan vs Japan played?

The match was played at Korogi Sports Park in Nisshin, Japan.

What does the result mean for the group?

Afghanistan start Group A with a win. The top two teams in the group advance to the quarter-finals.

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