Bangladesh and Malaysia Face Off in Men's Cricket Quarter-Final at 2026 Asian Games
The men's cricket quarter-final match between Bangladesh and Malaysia at the 2026 Asian Games is taking place today, September 29, at Korogi Sports Park, Nisshin, Japan. The winner advances to the semi-finals against the victor of Sri Lanka vs. Nepal.
Timeline
- 2026-09-24: Asian Games 2026 cricket schedule and viewing details released
- 2026-09-27: TechRadar publishes Day 4 viewing guide including Bangladesh vs Malaysia quarter-final
- 2026-09-29 13:30 JST: Bangladesh vs Malaysia cricket quarter-final begins at Korogi Sports Park, Nisshin, Japan
On September 29, 2026, the men's cricket quarter-final match between Bangladesh and Malaysia is being held at 1:30 PM local time (4:30 AM GMT) at the Korogi Sports Park in Nisshin, Japan, as part of the Asian Games cricket tournament. Both teams aim to secure a place in the semi-finals, where they will potentially face the winner of the Sri Lanka versus Nepal quarter-final match. The game is highly anticipated given the stakes involved in this knockout round. (1) [1]
The Bangladesh squad, led by captain Litton Das, includes notable players such as Mustafizur Rahman, Shoriful Islam, and Nasum Ahmed, among others. Malaysia fields a squad featuring players like Muhammad Amir Azim, Syed Aziz Mubarak, and Virandeep Singh. The teams are expected to bring competitive cricket given their diverse and capable line-ups. (1) [1]
For audiences wishing to follow the game, live streaming and ball-by-ball commentary are available on Cricbuzz, providing comprehensive coverage including scores and highlights. In India, the match is broadcast on the Sony Sports Network and streamed on Sony LIV, ensuring wide accessibility for fans. (1)(2)(3) [1][2][3]
Interest in this fixture has increased recently due to the progression of both teams through earlier rounds, setting the stage for this quarter-final. Additionally, the growing popularity of cricket at multi-sport events like the Asian Games has enhanced viewership and media coverage in participating countries. (2)(3) [2][3]
Sources
- Bangladesh vs Malaysia, 4th Quarter-Final, Asian Games 2026 Live Cricket Stream, live scores, ball-by-ball commentary, highlights, videos, news, and more in USA & Canada | Cricbuzz
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