Where to watch IND-W vs JPN-W Asian Games match for free in India?

After claiming their record eighth Women’s Asia Cup title, Harmanpreet Kaur and her team will now turn their attention to the Asian Games 2026. India will enter the tournament as the defending women’s cricket champions after winning the gold medal at the 2022 Asian Games in Hangzhou. They will look to defend their title in Japan.

India Women will face Japan Women in the quarter-final of the Women’s cricket competition on September 18, 2026. The match will be played at Korogi Sports Park in Nisshin, Aichi Prefecture, Japan, and will start at 10:30 AM IST (2:00 PM local time). The match will be played in the T20 format, with the winner advancing to the semi-finals.

India will start as the stronger team, while Japan will be eager to produce an upset. Mai Yanagida will lead the Japanese side against the defending champions. With fans looking forward to this exciting clash, here is everything you need to know about the IND-W vs JPN-W live streaming and TV viewing details for the Asian Games 2026.

IND-W vs JPN-W Asian Games 2026 quarter-final: Match date, time & venue details

Live streaming & TV broadcast: SonyLIV, sony sports network and the free DD sports option

Fans looking to watch the India Women vs Japan Women match in the Asian Games 2026 will have multiple viewing options in India. The quarter-final is scheduled for September 18 at 10:30 AM IST at Kōrogi Sports Park in Nisshin, Japan. TV viewers can follow the action on the Sony Sports Network, while online viewers can watch the match through SonyLIV.

For fans looking for a free viewing option, DD Sports and DD Free Dish are the platforms to look out for. However, viewers should first check the official schedule to confirm whether the IND-W vs JPN-W match will be included in DD Sports' live Asian Games coverage.

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Cricket fans planning to stream the match through SonyLIV can check for available subscription discounts or partner offers before purchasing a plan. However, there is currently no confirmed coupon code specifically released for the IND-W vs JPN-W Asian Games 2026 match.

Fans should avoid unofficial websites that advertise match-specific coupon codes without confirmation. SonyLIV offers different subscription plans, while discounts may sometimes be available through selected telecom, banking or other partner offers, depending on the user's eligibility.

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What a win over Japan means for India's Asian Games 2026 title defence

A win over Japan Women would give India Women a strong start to their Asian Games 2026 title defence.  Harmanpreet Kaur and her team will enter the match with confidence and will look to use their recent performances and experienced players to secure a place in the semi-finals.

Japan Women will be determined to put up a strong challenge with their batting and bowling. They will look to use their home conditions and game plan to put pressure on India, while India will aim to control the match from the start.

The pitch at Korogi Sports Park is expected to offer a balanced contest between batters and bowlers. For India, a win over Japan would be an important step towards defending their Asian Games title and keeping their gold-medal hopes alive.