India vs Pakistan, Asian Games 2026 Final: India defeated Pakistan by 19 runs in the men’s T20 cricket final at Korogi Sports Park in Nisshin, Japan, on October 3, 2026. The victory secured India’s second successive gold medal in the men’s cricket competition at the Asian Games.
India scored 211/6 in 20 overs after choosing to bat first. Pakistan’s chase ended at 192/6, despite an outstanding 96-run innings from Hasan Nawaz.
India Post 211/6 After Strong Batting Display
India made a strong start after captain Shreyas Iyer won the toss and elected to bat.
Abhishek Sharma provided the major attacking innings, scoring 61 runs from 28 balls, including three fours and seven sixes. His aggressive batting gave India the momentum needed to build a high total.
After India lost wickets in the middle overs, Tilak Varma took charge in the final stages. Varma remained unbeaten on 51 from just 22 deliveries, while Shivam Dube contributed 27 runs from 15 balls.
The late partnership helped India cross the 200-run mark and finish at 211/6, leaving Pakistan a target of 212.
Hasan Nawaz Keeps Pakistan in the Fight
Pakistan’s chase got off to a difficult start, with the team falling to 39/3 during the early stages of the innings.
However, Hasan Nawaz produced a remarkable counterattack. He scored 96 runs from 51 balls, hitting five fours and seven sixes, and kept Pakistan’s hopes alive deep into the innings.
Hasan received valuable support from Saim Ayub, who scored 29 from 22 balls. The pair added 87 runs for the fourth wicket.
Pakistan needed 52 runs from the final three overs, but India’s bowling attack managed to keep the required run rate under control.
India Hold Their Nerve in the Final Over
India’s bowlers successfully defended the 211-run total.
Axar Patel, Washington Sundar and Shivam Dube each took two wickets. Jasprit Bumrah also played an important role during the closing stages by restricting Pakistan’s scoring.
Hasan Nawaz was eventually dismissed from the final delivery while attempting to reach his century. Pakistan finished on 192/6 after 20 overs, giving India a 19-run victory.
India Win Second Consecutive Asian Games Gold
The victory means India successfully defended its men’s cricket gold medal at the Asian Games. Pakistan finished with the silver medal, while Sri Lanka secured bronze after defeating Bangladesh in the third-place playoff.
India’s women’s team had also won gold earlier in the competition, giving India gold medals in both men’s and women’s cricket at the 2026 Asian Games.
India vs Pakistan Final: Scorecard
| Team | Score |
|---|---|
| 🇮🇳 India | 211/6 (20 overs) |
| 🇵🇰 Pakistan | 192/6 (20 overs) |
| Result | India won by 19 runs |
Top Performers
India
- Abhishek Sharma — 61 off 28
- Tilak Varma — 51 off 22*
- Shivam Dube — 27 off 15
Pakistan
- Hasan Nawaz — 96 off 51
- Saim Ayub — 29 off 22
India vs Pakistan: Key Takeaway
India’s strong first-innings total, powered by Abhishek Sharma and Tilak Varma, gave the team a competitive advantage. Pakistan remained in contention throughout the chase because of Hasan Nawaz’s aggressive 96, but India’s bowlers held their composure during the closing overs to secure a 19-run victory and the Asian Games gold medal.
Match: India vs Pakistan, Men’s T20 Final
Tournament: Asian Games 2026
Date: October 3, 2026
Venue: Korogi Sports Park, Nisshin, Japan
Result: India won by 19 runs
Gold Medal: India 🇮🇳
Silver Medal: Pakistan 🇵🇰
