India vs Sri Lanka, Asian Games semifinal: Will weather play spoilsport in Nisshin again?
India are to take on Sri Lanka in the men's cricket semifinal of the 2026 Asian Games at the Korogi Sports Park in Nisshin on Thursday. The primary concern as the match approaches is the weather, with rain having disrupted six matches in Nisshin so far, including India's semifinal win over Afghanistan due to their higher seeding.
However, the rain seems to have cleared for the upcoming game, with the Japan Meteorological Agency (JMA) forecasting clear skies, no precipitation, and temperatures ranging from 20 to 31 degrees Celsius. The match is set to begin at 1:30pm local time, with JMA's weather charts suggesting an almost ideal weather condition for cricket.
The JMA's weather chart shows no rain expected. The semifinal is part of a broader schedule that includes Pakistan vs Bangladesh, with the gold and bronze medal matches slated for October 3. In case of any washout, the gold medals will be shared among the teams, following the precedent set at the Hangzhou Asian Games where India won gold after a rain-abandoned match against Afghanistan.
The organizing committee has informed The Indian Express that there are no reserve days for the men's cricket final; if the match is cancelled, both finalists will share the gold, and similarly for the bronze medal match.
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