Where to watch India vs Japan cricket match? Know Suzuki Cup 2026 live streaming, venue, timings and more

India and Japan are set to make history when their men’s teams meet in a T20I on September 22, 2026. The match will be played at the Sano International Cricket Ground in Tochigi Prefecture as part of the celebrations leading up to the 75th anniversary of diplomatic relations between India and Japan.

The match, known as the Suzuki Cup, will be the first senior international meeting between India and Japan. It will be a major occasion for Japanese cricket, as Japan will get the chance to play against one of the strongest cricket teams in the world. The game is expected to attract plenty of attention from cricket fans in both countries.

In this article, we will provide all the important details about the India vs Japan match. Here is everything you need to know about the Suzuki Cup 2026 live streaming, TV broadcast, venue, match timing and other key details.

India to play Japan in historic T20I as Suzuki Cup marks 75 years of friendship

The Suzuki Cup will be a historic occasion as India and Japan meet in their first senior-level international cricket match. The fixture is also part of the “Sport 75” initiative, which aims to promote people-to-people exchanges and cooperation between India and Japan through sport. The two countries will mark 75 years of diplomatic relations in 2027.

The match will give Japan an opportunity to showcase cricket to a wider audience, while India’s participation could help increase the sport’s popularity in Japan and across East Asia. BCCI honorary secretary Devajit Saikia called the fixture a “historic occasion” and said the match would take Indian cricket into “new territory” while helping introduce the sport to a wider audience.

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Saikia also highlighted the strong relationship between India and Japan. He said, “India and Japan share a strong and longstanding relationship and friendship, and we are pleased that cricket will be part of the celebrations marking 75 years of bilateral relations between the two countries.” He added that the BCCI believes cricket should grow beyond its traditional regions and said the board has a responsibility to support the sport’s global expansion.

India vs Japan T20I: Date, venue and what it means

The one-off T20I, named the Suzuki Cup, will be played on Tuesday, September 22, at the Sano International Cricket Ground. The match will be a historic occasion as India and Japan prepare to meet in a senior international cricket match for the first time.

The fixture is also an important moment for Japanese cricket. The Japan Cricket Association has described India's visit as a landmark occasion for the sport in the country. BCCI Honorary Secretary Devajit Saikia said the board was happy to be part of an event that would take Indian cricket into “new territory” and help introduce the sport to more people in Japan and East Asia.

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The match is part of the Sport 75 initiative, which aims to promote cooperation and people-to-people exchanges between India and Japan through sport. Saikia said, “India and Japan share a strong and longstanding relationship and friendship, and we are pleased that cricket will be part of the celebrations marking 75 years of bilateral relations between the two countries.” He also said the BCCI has a responsibility to help cricket grow beyond its traditional markets.

India vs Japan live streaming: TV channel, app & start time

The live streaming details for the India vs Japan T20I have not been confirmed yet. However, Sony Sports Network or FanCode could provide the live telecast and streaming of the match. Fans are advised to wait for the official confirmation regarding the TV channel and streaming platform.

The match will be played at the Sano International Cricket Ground in Tochigi Prefecture, Japan. It will also give the Indian team a chance to prepare for playing in Japanese conditions before the Asian Games. The T20I is being organised as part of the celebrations marking 75 years of diplomatic relations between India and Japan.

 Here are the possible India vs Japan T20I live streaming details at a glance: