India’s Asian Games 2026 men’s cricket semi-final against Sri Lanka has swung sharply towards the defending champions in Nisshin. India recovered from a shaky top order to post 169/7 in 20 overs, powered by Ishan Kishan’s unbeaten 80 off 46 balls and Vaibhav Sooryavanshi’s 38 off 21. Chasing 170, Sri Lanka were 32/6 in the latest verified live update, with India’s bowlers tearing through the top order.
The match is being played at Korogi Sports Park on October 1. Pakistan are already through to Saturday’s gold-medal match after beating Bangladesh by six wickets in a rain-shortened first semi-final.
Key Highlights
- India finished on 169/7 after Sri Lanka chose to field first.
- Ishan Kishan struck an unbeaten 80 from 46 balls, including four fours and five sixes.
- Vaibhav Sooryavanshi scored 38 from 21 balls in his Asian Games debut.
- Sri Lanka slipped to 32/6 while chasing 170 in the latest available live score.
- The winner of IND vs SL will face Pakistan in the Asian Games 2026 men’s cricket final.
IND vs SL Live Score Today: Kishan Turns India’s Innings Around
Sri Lanka’s decision to bowl first initially looked useful on a surface offering grip. Abhishek Sharma and Sanju Samson both fell for seven, while captain Shreyas Iyer made 13. India needed someone to stay long enough for the innings to settle.
Kishan did exactly that. He scored 80 not out off 46 deliveries to take India to 169/7. The innings also produced a notable record: reports said it became India’s highest individual T20I score from No. 5 or lower, passing Manish Pandey’s previous mark.
Sooryavanshi supplied the early acceleration with 38 from 21 balls. The 15-year-old had already drawn attention before the match after being selected in India’s XI for the semi-final. His stay included the sort of quick scoring India needed while wickets were falling around him.
The official Asian Games cricket schedule and results page lists Korogi Sports Park in Nisshin as the tournament venue. BCCI has also shared Japan-camp footage through its official X account during India’s Asian Games preparations.
India vs Sri Lanka Match Scorecard: How India Reached 169/7
India never had a completely comfortable batting stretch. Tilak Varma made two, Shivam Dube three and Axar Patel eight, leaving Kishan to carry most of the scoring load through the middle and closing overs. Washington Sundar remained unbeaten on seven.
Sri Lanka captain Sahan Arachchige and Tharindu Ratnayake picked up two wickets each. Wanuja Sahan, Lasith Croospulle and Nuwanidu Fernando took one apiece.
Ishan Kishan’s 80 Changes The Semi-Final
The scorecard tells the story clearly. India lost enough wickets to give Sri Lanka an opening, but Kishan kept finding boundaries without turning the innings into a reckless chase for runs. His five sixes became especially valuable on a surface that had been expected to assist slower bowling.
That knock gave Jasprit Bumrah, Axar Patel, Ravi Bishnoi and Washington Sundar a 170-run target to defend rather than a middling total around 140.
Sri Lanka Chase Collapses As India Take Control
Sri Lanka’s pursuit of 170 quickly turned into a fight to stay in the semi-final. India attacked early rather than waiting for the middle overs.
How the chase changed quickly:
- Sri Lanka lost early wickets before building any substantial opening partnership.
- Jasprit Bumrah struck twice in his opening spell and immediately put pressure on the chase.
- Axar Patel added another threat once spin entered the attack.
- Sri Lanka slipped to 32/6 in the latest verified update, leaving the lower order with an enormous recovery job.
- India moved within reach of a place in the Asian Games 2026 men’s cricket gold-medal match against Pakistan.
The collapse carried extra importance because India and Sri Lanka had both reached the semi-finals without playing their quarter-final matches. Rain washed out all four men’s quarter-finals, with the higher-seeded teams progressing.
Pakistan had already booked its final place earlier in the day after defeating Bangladesh by six wickets in a rain-shortened 13-over semi-final.
FAQs
What is the India vs Sri Lanka live score today?
India posted 169/7 in 20 overs. At the latest verified update, Sri Lanka were 32/6 while chasing a target of 170 in Nisshin.
Who scored the most runs for India against Sri Lanka?
Ishan Kishan top-scored with an unbeaten 80 from 46 balls, striking four fours and five sixes to rescue India after several costly early wickets fell.
How many runs did Vaibhav Sooryavanshi score in the semi-final?
Vaibhav Sooryavanshi made 38 from 21 balls, providing early momentum on his Asian Games debut before Sri Lanka’s slower bowlers pulled India firmly back again.
Who will the IND vs SL winner face in the final?
The winner will face Pakistan on October 3. Pakistan defeated Bangladesh by six wickets in a rain-reduced 13-over first semi-final played earlier on Thursday morning.
Where is the India vs Sri Lanka Asian Games semi-final being played?
The match is being played at Korogi Sports Park in Nisshin, Japan, the same venue hosting the Asian Games 2026 men’s and women’s cricket competitions.
Cricket Stories You Shouldn’t Miss
Why Was Rohit Yadav Banned Two Years?
Find out what led to the U19 spinner’s ban and age-fraud controversy.
Who Could Lead India At Asian Games?
Check out the players who could feature under VVS Laxman in 2026.
Where Can You Watch India Pakistan?
See the match time, venue, and live-streaming details for fans.
How To Watch India A Afghanistan A?
Browse the mobile live-streaming options featuring Prabhsimran Singh and Vaibhav Sooryavanshi.
Who Is Nandni Sharma, India’s Debutant?
Uncover how the debutant impressed with three wickets against England.
