Japan will face Afghanistan in the opening match of the Men’s Asian Games 2026 at Korogi Sports Park, Japan, on 24 September. Japan has been one of the standout teams recently, and their impressive performance against India showed just how formidable they can be on home soil.
Meanwhile, Afghanistan’s recent form has been disappointing, as they lost the series 3-0 to India. However, they will be fielding a new squad for this tournament, and their supporters will undoubtedly hold high hopes for a strong performance.
Also Read: India Men’s Asian Games 2026: Schedule, Squad, Captain, Playing XI, Key Players & Live Streaming Details
JPN vs AFG Match Details – Men’s Asian Games 2026
- Match: Japan vs Afghanistan, 1st Match
- Date: Thursday, 24 September 2026
- Time: 5:30 AM
- Venue: Korogi Sports Park, Japan
- Live Streaming: Sony LIV
JPN vs AFG Pitch Report – Korogi Sports Park
Korogi Sports Park in Nisshin is expected to offer a well-balanced pitch with a slight advantage for the batters. The surface at this venue is hard, and the outfield is likely to be quick, making stroke play easier.
JPN vs AFG Weather Report – Japan
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JPN vs AFG Recent Form
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JPN vs AFG Head-to-Head Record (Last 10 matches)
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JPN vs AFG Match Prediction Scenarios
Scenario 1 – If JPN bats first
- Powerplay Score Prediction: 30–35 runs
- First Innings Total: 125–135 runs expected
- Result Prediction: Afghanistan win
Scenario 2 – If AFG bats first
- Powerplay Score Prediction: 35–40 runs
- First Innings Total: 150-165 runs expected
- Result Prediction: Afghanistan win
JPN vs AFG: Key Battles
JPN vs AFG: Toss Prediction
- Bat first: 60%
- Bats second: 40%
JPN vs AFG Probable Playing XI
Japan (JPN)
Kendel Kadowaki Fleming ©, Lachlan Yamamoto-Lake, Ibrahim Takahashi, Benjamin Ito-Davis, Shirai-Patmore, Reo Sakurano-Thomas, Charlie Hara-Hinze, Wataru Miyauchi, Declan Suzuki, Makoto Taniyama, Shoma Sugaya-Slater.
Afghanistan (AFG)
Darwish Rasooli ©, Hassan Eisakhil, Imran Mir, Mohammad Ishaq, Ismat Alam, Karim Janat, Farmanullah, Abdollah Ahmadzai, Arab Gul, Faisal Khan, Faridoon Dawoodzi.
Who Will Win JPN vs AFG Today? – 1st Match
Based on current form, team balance, and superior batting strength, Afghanistan are the favourites to win this match. Darwish Rasooli, Karim Janat and Faridoon Dawoodzi are expected to be the key performers.