How to watch Sri Lanka vs Nepal quarter-final in Asian Games 2026: TV channel and live streaming details
How to watch Sri Lanka vs Nepal quarter-final in Asian Games 2026? Check the TV channel, live streaming details, match time and other details.

Sri Lanka will take on Nepal in the third quarter-final of the Asian Games 2026 on Tuesday, September 29, at Korogi Sports Park in Nisshin, Japan. The match is scheduled to begin at 5:30 AM IST, or 9:00 AM local time. Nepal enters the knockout stage unbeaten after topping Group A, while Sri Lanka will begin its campaign with a strong squad led by Sahan Arachchige.
Rain could play a major role in the quarter-final, as wet weather has already affected several matches in the tournament. The forecast could lead to delays or a reduction in overs, making the match even more challenging for both teams.
If the match is completely washed out without a ball being bowled, Sri Lanka will advance to the semi-finals as the higher-seeded team. With a place in the last four at stake, fans will be keen to know the TV channel and live streaming details for the Sri Lanka vs Nepal quarter-final.
Throughout this article, we will share complete details about the Sri Lanka vs Nepal quarter-final, including the match time, TV channel, live streaming options and weather-related updates.
Sri Lanka vs Nepal Asian Games 2026 quarter-final: Date, 5:30 AM IST start time and venue
Sri Lanka will face Nepal in the third quarter-final of the Asian Games 2026 on Tuesday, September 29. The match will be played at Korogi Sports Park in Nisshin, Japan, and will start at 5:30 AM IST. The toss will take place 30 minutes before the match at 5:00 AM IST.
Sri Lanka have brought a second-string squad for the Asian Games 2026. The team will be led by Sahan Arachchige, with experienced players such as Niroshan Dickwella and Chamika Karunaratne also part of the squad.
Nepal, led by Dipendra Singh Airee, enter the quarter-final with strong form and good match practice. They finished at the top of Group A after beating Afghanistan by five wickets, collecting three points from two matches with a net run rate of +0.842.
TV channel and live streaming: Where to watch SL vs NEP in India on Sony Sports Network and SonyLIV
Indian cricket fans can watch the Sri Lanka vs Nepal Asian Games 2026 quarter-final live on the Sony Sports Network. The match will also be available for live streaming on SonyLIV, allowing fans to follow the action online.
Viewers outside India can watch the match through different broadcasters and streaming platforms. Here are the TV and live streaming details for different countries and regions:
| Country/Region | Live Telecast | Live Streaming Platform |
|---|---|---|
| India | Sony Sports Network | SonyLIV |
| Nepal | YuppTV | YuppTV |
| Singapore | MeWatch | MeWatch |
| South Korea | KBS, MBC, SBS | Respective broadcaster platforms |
| Vietnam | VTV | VTV |
| China | CCTV5 | CCTV5 |
| Malaysia | RTM | RTM |
| USA | Willow TV | Sling TV plans with Willow TV |
| Canada | Willow TV | Willow TV |
| Afghanistan | N/A | N/A |
| Japan | N/A | N/A |
Rain threat and what's next: Who reaches the October 1 semi-final if the match is washed out
Rain could once again affect the Asian Games 2026 quarter-final between Sri Lanka and Nepal. With the match scheduled to begin at 5:30 AM IST, wet weather could cause delays, reduce the number of overs or even prevent the game from taking place.
If the match is completely washed out without a ball being bowled, Sri Lanka will advance to the semi-finals because they are the higher-seeded team. This means Nepal must get a result in their favour to secure a place in the last four.
The winner of the Sri Lanka vs Nepal quarter-final will advance to the semi-final scheduled for October 1. With rain remaining a concern, both teams will be hoping for enough playing time to decide the contest on the field.
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