Asian Games 2026: Rishabh Pant Urges Fans To Back Indian Athletes As India Eyes Record Medal Haul In Aichi-Nagoya | Watch
New Delhi: Ace Indian cricketer Rishabh Pant has extended his support to the Indian contingent ahead of the 2026 Asian Games, urging fans across the country to rally behind the athletes and cheer them on as they compete on the international stage. In a video shared on Instagram, Pant said he was excited to watch the Games and called on fans to get behind the Indian athletes and support them…
Ace Indian cricketer Rishabh Pant has encouraged fans to rally behind the Indian athletes competing at the 2026 Asian Games, held in Aichi-Nagoya. In a promotional video on Instagram, the sportsman expressed his excitement for the Games and urged fans to cheer on the athletes throughout the competition. The Asian Games, the largest multi-sport event in Asia, are held every four years by the Olympic Council of Asia.
This edition will see 45 nations competing in 43 sports, marking Japan's third time hosting the event. India, as the defending champions in cricket, kabaddi, and men's hockey, aims to break their record of 107 medals in Hangzhou 2023. Star performers include PV Sindhu, Mirabai Chanu, Manu Bhaker, and Lovlina Borgohain. The Games' opening ceremony will feature Indian flag-bearers, including Olympic medalists Manu Bhaker and Tajinderpal Singh Toor, and will take place at the Paloma Mizuho Stadium from 2:30 pm to 4:30 pm IST.
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