Sri Lanka vs Nepal Quarter-Final Abandoned
Sri Lanka reach the Asian Games 2026 men’s cricket semi-final after persistent rain forces the quarter-final against Nepal to be abandoned without a ball being bowled at Korogi Sports Park in Nisshin, Japan.
Table of Contents
- Match Summary
- Sri Lanka vs Nepal Quarter-Final Abandoned
- Why the Match Was Abandoned
- Rain and Ground Conditions at Korogi Sports Park
- How Sri Lanka Reached the Semi-Final
- Why Nepal Were Eliminated
- Nepal’s Asian Games 2026 Campaign
- Sri Lanka’s Asian Games 2026 Campaign
- Impact on the Asian Games 2026 Knockout Stage
- India vs Sri Lanka Semi-Final Confirmed
- Key Facts and Numbers
- What’s Next
- Related Coverage
- FAQs
- Final Verdict
- Sources
Match Summary
Sri Lanka advanced to the Asian Games 2026 men’s cricket semi-final after persistent rain forced their quarter-final against Nepal to be abandoned without a ball being bowled.
Sri Lanka vs Nepal — 3rd Quarter-Final
| Match Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Match | Sri Lanka vs Nepal |
| Tournament | Asian Games 2026 Men’s Cricket |
| Stage | 3rd Quarter-Final |
| Date | 29 September 2026 |
| Venue | Korogi Sports Park, Nisshin, Aichi, Japan |
| Toss | No toss |
| Overs Played | 0 overs |
| Result | Match abandoned without a ball being bowled |
| Semi-Finalist | Sri Lanka |
| Eliminated | Nepal |
| Qualification Basis | Higher seeding/ranking |
No Ball Was Bowled
The quarter-final never reached the toss or playing stage. Persistent rain kept the conditions unsuitable and officials were unable to get the ground ready for play.
As a result, there was no batting score, bowling spell or individual player performance to report from the match itself.
Sri Lanka Move Into the Semi-Final
With the quarter-final abandoned, Sri Lanka progressed to the semi-final as the higher-seeded side. Nepal’s Asian Games campaign ended without the team having an opportunity to contest the knockout match on the field.
Sri Lanka will now face India in the men’s semi-final on October 1 at Korogi Sports Park.
Sri Lanka vs Nepal Quarter-Final Abandoned
Persistent rain prevented the third Asian Games 2026 men’s cricket quarter-final from getting underway at Korogi Sports Park.
Rain Ends the Quarter-Final Before It Starts
Sri Lanka’s Asian Games 2026 quarter-final against Nepal ended in the most frustrating way possible for both teams. Persistent rain at Korogi Sports Park in Nisshin prevented the match from starting, with officials eventually abandoning the contest without a toss or a single ball being bowled.
The match was scheduled to be the third men’s cricket quarter-final of the Asian Games competition. Nepal had earned their place in the knockout stage after finishing top of Group A, while Sri Lanka had entered the competition at the quarter-final stage as one of the seeded teams.
With the ground remaining unplayable, there was no opportunity for either side to influence the result through batting, bowling or fielding. Instead, the tournament’s higher-ranking qualification provision determined which team would move into the last four.
Sri Lanka therefore progressed to the semi-final by virtue of their superior ICC Men’s T20I ranking. Current reports place Sri Lanka ninth and Nepal 14th in the relevant rankings, giving Sri Lanka the higher position when the knockout fixture could not be played.
What Happened at Korogi Sports Park?
| Match Situation | Status |
|---|---|
| Scheduled Match | Sri Lanka vs Nepal — 3rd Quarter-Final |
| Venue | Korogi Sports Park, Nisshin |
| Toss | Not held |
| Play | No ball bowled |
| Ground Condition | Unplayable due to persistent rain |
| Result | Match abandoned |
| Team Progressing | Sri Lanka |
| Qualification Basis | Higher ICC T20I ranking |
No Toss, No Contest
Unlike a reduced-over match, there was no shortened contest for the teams to play. The rain prevented the fixture from reaching the toss, meaning neither captain had the opportunity to choose whether to bat or bowl first.
There were consequently no innings, wickets, runs, partnerships or individual performances to record from the quarter-final itself.
Sri Lanka Advance, Nepal Exit
Sri Lanka’s progression was determined by their higher ranking rather than an on-field victory. Nepal’s elimination was similarly not the result of losing a completed cricket match.
The outcome leaves Sri Lanka preparing for a semi-final against India, while Nepal’s Asian Games campaign comes to an end.
Why the Match Was Abandoned
Continuous rain at Korogi Sports Park prevented Sri Lanka and Nepal from starting their Asian Games 2026 quarter-final.
Persistent Rain Made Play Impossible
The Sri Lanka vs Nepal quarter-final was abandoned because persistent rain left conditions unsuitable for cricket at Korogi Sports Park in Nisshin. The match was scheduled for the morning of September 29, but the rain continued around the planned start and prevented officials from getting the ground ready.
There was no toss and neither side was able to begin an innings. With no playable conditions available, the officials eventually called off the quarter-final without a ball being bowled. Current match coverage confirms that Sri Lanka progressed to the semi-final because of their superior ranking.
The abandonment was part of a wider weather problem affecting the men’s cricket knockout stage. The two quarter-finals played on September 28 had also been washed out, with India and Pakistan advancing as the higher-seeded teams. The Sri Lanka-Nepal washout therefore became the third consecutive men’s quarter-final at the venue to produce no on-field cricket.
Match Status After the Rain
| Factor | Final Status |
|---|---|
| Scheduled Fixture | Sri Lanka vs Nepal — 3rd Quarter-Final |
| Rain | Persistent |
| Toss | Not held |
| Overs Played | 0 |
| Match Result | Abandoned |
| Sri Lanka | Advanced to the semi-final |
| Nepal | Eliminated from the competition |
No Reduced-Over Contest
The conditions never improved enough to produce a shortened T20 contest. That meant neither captain could use a reduced-over strategy, and there was no revised target or Duckworth-Lewis-Stern calculation involved in the result.
Ranking Determined Progression
Because the knockout fixture could not be played, Sri Lanka’s higher seeding determined progression. Nepal therefore exited the tournament without losing a completed cricket match in the quarter-final.
Rain and Ground Conditions at Korogi Sports Park
Persistent rain and a wet playing surface continued to disrupt the Asian Games cricket schedule at Korogi Sports Park.
Another Washout at the Nisshin Venue
Korogi Sports Park has been at the centre of repeated weather interruptions during the Asian Games 2026 men’s cricket knockout stage. The Sri Lanka vs Nepal quarter-final became another fixture to be affected, with persistent rain preventing the ground from reaching playable conditions.
The problem was particularly significant because this was a knockout match. Unlike a normal group-stage fixture, there was limited scope for the teams to simply accept a delay and move the contest to another day. Once the available playing window was lost, the tournament’s qualification rules determined which side progressed.
The abandoned quarter-final also followed two rain-affected men’s quarter-finals on September 28. India advanced after the Afghanistan match was abandoned, while Pakistan progressed after the Hong Kong quarter-final was also washed out.
How the Weather Affected the Match
| Condition | Effect on Sri Lanka vs Nepal |
|---|---|
| Persistent Rain | Prevented the scheduled start |
| Wet Playing Surface | Ground could not be cleared for safe play |
| Toss | Could not take place |
| Match Play | No ball was bowled |
| Final Outcome | Match abandoned |
| Qualification | Sri Lanka advanced through the higher-ranking provision |
Why the Outfield Matters
Cricket requires a safe playing surface for both batters and fielders. Persistent rain can leave the outfield saturated and create unsafe conditions even when parts of the pitch appear covered and protected.
In this case, the conditions never developed into a situation where the quarter-final could begin.
A Tournament-Wide Weather Problem
The Sri Lanka-Nepal abandonment was not an isolated incident. Multiple men’s quarter-finals at the Asian Games were affected by rain, making weather one of the defining factors of the knockout stage.
For Sri Lanka, the immediate consequence is a semi-final against India despite having played no quarter-final cricket.
How Sri Lanka Reached the Semi-Final
Sri Lanka progressed to the Asian Games 2026 semi-final after the quarter-final against Nepal was abandoned without a ball being bowled.
Higher Ranking Decides Sri Lanka’s Progression
Sri Lanka did not need to chase a target, defend a total or take a wicket to reach the last four. The quarter-final against Nepal was abandoned because persistent rain prevented any cricket from being played at Korogi Sports Park.
With no on-field result possible, the tournament’s knockout qualification system came into effect. Sri Lanka held the higher position in the relevant men’s T20I rankings and therefore advanced to the semi-final, while Nepal’s campaign came to an end.
The progression gives Sri Lanka a place in the semi-final against India on October 1. It also means Sri Lanka move into the last four without having played a match in the knockout stage.
Sri Lanka’s Qualification Explained
| Qualification Factor | Outcome |
|---|---|
| Quarter-Final Opponent | Nepal |
| Match Played | No |
| Balls Bowled | 0 |
| Quarter-Final Result | Abandoned |
| Higher-Ranked Side | Sri Lanka |
| Semi-Finalist | Sri Lanka |
| Semi-Final Opponent | India |
No Quarter-Final Victory
It is important to distinguish qualification from a match victory. Sri Lanka did not beat Nepal in the quarter-final because the teams never took the field for competitive play.
The correct description is that Sri Lanka advanced after the match was abandoned.
A Different Route to the Last Four
Sri Lanka now enter the semi-final without having played a knockout match in the men’s competition. Their next assignment is against India, meaning their first knockout contest will effectively be a semi-final.
Why Nepal Were Eliminated
Nepal’s Asian Games 2026 campaign ended after the quarter-final against Sri Lanka was abandoned without a ball being bowled, with the higher-ranked Sri Lankan side progressing under the tournament’s knockout qualification rules.
Nepal were eliminated from the men’s Asian Games 2026 cricket competition without suffering an on-field defeat against Sri Lanka. The third quarter-final at Korogi Sports Park was abandoned because persistent rain prevented the match from starting.
With no toss and no delivery bowled, there was no opportunity for Nepal to compete for a place in the semi-final. The tournament’s knockout rules therefore determined which team would progress, with Sri Lanka advancing as the higher-ranked side.
That made the outcome particularly frustrating for Nepal, who had entered the quarter-final after an encouraging group-stage campaign. They finished top of Group A and had already recorded a five-wicket victory over Afghanistan.
No On-Field Defeat
Nepal did not lose the quarter-final in the conventional sense. The match was abandoned before the toss and no player faced a ball.
Ranking Decided Progression
Because the quarter-final could not be completed, Sri Lanka progressed under the competition’s higher-ranking qualification provision.
Rain Removed Nepal’s Chance to Contest the Quarter-Final
The biggest factor behind Nepal’s elimination was the weather rather than their cricket. Persistent rain left the playing conditions unsuitable, and the ground could not be prepared for a meaningful contest.
A reduced-overs match was also not possible because conditions did not allow play to begin. As a result, Nepal had no opportunity to use the momentum they had built during the group stage against a seeded Sri Lankan team.
| Factor | Outcome for Nepal |
|---|---|
| Quarter-Final | Sri Lanka vs Nepal |
| Match Status | Abandoned |
| Overs Played | 0 |
| Toss | Not held |
| Reason | Persistent rain and unplayable conditions |
| Progression | Sri Lanka advanced |
| Nepal’s Status | Eliminated |
Nepal’s Strong Group Stage Could Not Carry Them Further
Nepal had earned their quarter-final place through a strong Group A campaign. They finished at the top of their group and showed competitive form before the knockout stage.
One of their notable results came against Afghanistan, when Nepal chased down Afghanistan’s total to win by five wickets. That result helped establish Nepal as a genuine contender in the knockout phase.
Nepal also had a rain-affected group-stage match against Japan. By the time that fixture was abandoned, Nepal had reached 149 for 4 after 15 overs, with Sundeep Jora unbeaten on 57 from 32 balls and Lokesh Bam unbeaten on 52 from 22.
Nepal’s Asian Games 2026 Campaign
Nepal reached the men’s Asian Games 2026 quarter-finals after finishing top of Group A, but their knockout campaign ended when persistent rain prevented the Sri Lanka quarter-final from taking place.
Nepal’s Asian Games 2026 campaign contained several encouraging moments before the weather brought it to an abrupt end. The team topped Group A and entered the knockout stage with momentum, only to see its quarter-final against Sri Lanka abandoned without a ball being bowled.
Nepal’s progress to the quarter-finals had been built on their group-stage performances. They secured a five-wicket victory over Afghanistan and also had a rain-affected match against Japan, which was abandoned after Nepal had reached 149 for 4 in 15 overs.
That strong group-stage run earned Nepal a place in the last eight, but the quarter-final against Sri Lanka provided no opportunity to continue that form. Persistent rain at Korogi Sports Park prevented the toss and made any reduced-overs contest impossible.
Group A Campaign
| Stage | Nepal’s Result | Key Detail |
|---|---|---|
| Group A | Finished top | Advanced to the quarter-finals |
| Nepal vs Afghanistan | Won by 5 wickets | Successful chase secured a major group-stage result |
| Nepal vs Japan | Abandoned | Nepal were 149/4 after 15 overs |
| Quarter-Final vs Sri Lanka | Abandoned | No toss and no ball bowled |
Five-Wicket Win Over Afghanistan
Nepal produced one of their important group-stage results by beating Afghanistan by five wickets, strengthening their position at the top of Group A.
Rain Also Affected Japan Match
Nepal’s match against Japan was also interrupted by weather. The game was abandoned after Nepal reached 149 for 4 in 15 overs.
Nepal Showed Batting Momentum Against Japan
Nepal had made substantial progress in their rain-affected match against Japan before the fixture was abandoned. Sundeep Jora scored an unbeaten 57 from 32 balls, while Lokesh Bam remained unbeaten on 52 from 22 balls.
The pair added 65 runs for the fifth wicket from just 30 balls, giving Nepal considerable momentum before the weather ended the contest. Those performances were part of the form Nepal carried into the quarter-final stage.
A Knockout Exit Without a Cricketing Contest
The quarter-final against Sri Lanka ultimately became another weather-affected fixture. Unlike a normal knockout defeat, Nepal did not get the chance to bat, bowl or field before their tournament ended.
Sri Lanka advanced because the tournament’s qualification provisions favored the higher-ranked side when the quarter-final could not be completed. Nepal therefore exited despite finishing first in their group and without losing a completed quarter-final match.
Sri Lanka’s Asian Games 2026 Campaign
Sri Lanka entered the knockout stage as a seeded side and progressed directly to the semi-final after their quarter-final against Nepal was abandoned without a ball being bowled.
Sri Lanka’s route to the Asian Games 2026 semi-final was different from Nepal’s. While Nepal reached the quarter-final after finishing top of Group A, Sri Lanka entered the knockout stage as one of the seeded teams.
Their scheduled quarter-final at Korogi Sports Park was ultimately decided by the weather. Persistent rain prevented the toss and made it impossible to stage any part of the match against Nepal.
With no cricket played, Sri Lanka did not record a conventional quarter-final victory. Instead, they progressed under the competition’s higher-ranking qualification provision after the match was abandoned.
Sri Lanka’s Route to the Semi-Final
| Stage | Opponent | Outcome |
|---|---|---|
| Quarter-Final | Nepal | Match abandoned |
| Overs Played | — | 0 |
| Toss | — | Not held |
| Progression | — | Sri Lanka advanced |
| Semi-Final | India | Confirmed |
Seeded Entry
Sri Lanka entered the knockout phase as a seeded team, meaning they did not need to go through the group-stage route followed by Nepal.
Semi-Final Confirmed
The abandonment moved Sri Lanka into the last four, where they are scheduled to face India at Korogi Sports Park.
No Quarter-Final Statistics for Sri Lanka
Because the match never started, there are no Sri Lankan batting, bowling or fielding statistics from the quarter-final. No player can be credited with runs, wickets or catches from this fixture.
The progression therefore came entirely from the tournament’s knockout qualification rules rather than a performance during the scheduled Sri Lanka-Nepal contest.
Impact on the Asian Games 2026 Knockout Stage
The Sri Lanka-Nepal abandonment reshaped the semi-final lineup, with Sri Lanka moving into the last four alongside India, while Nepal’s tournament ended without a completed quarter-final.
The abandoned quarter-final had a direct impact on the Asian Games 2026 men’s cricket knockout stage. Because no play was possible at Korogi Sports Park, Sri Lanka progressed without needing to contest a reduced-overs match against Nepal.
Sri Lanka’s progression also confirmed the next semi-final pairing. They will face India in the last four, creating a match between two sides that entered the knockout stage through different routes.
India had also advanced from a rain-abandoned quarter-final against Afghanistan. Like Sri Lanka, India progressed under the applicable higher-ranking qualification provision after their quarter-final could not take place.
Semi-Final Lineup Takes Shape
| Stage | Match | Status |
|---|---|---|
| Semi-Final | India vs Sri Lanka | Confirmed |
| Semi-Final | Second semi-final | Dependent on remaining quarter-final result |
| Quarter-Final | Sri Lanka vs Nepal | Abandoned |
| Quarter-Final | India vs Afghanistan | Abandoned |
India vs Sri Lanka Confirmed
Sri Lanka’s progression sets up a semi-final against India, with both teams reaching the last four after rain-affected quarter-finals.
Nepal’s Campaign Ends
Nepal’s strong group-stage campaign could not continue into the semi-finals because the abandoned quarter-final was decided through the tournament’s qualification rules.
A Weather-Affected Knockout Stage
Rain has been a significant factor in the early knockout phase at Korogi Sports Park. The abandonment of Sri Lanka versus Nepal followed other quarter-final matches that were also affected by persistent rain.
For Sri Lanka and India, the result is a place in the semi-finals without a completed quarter-final. For Nepal and Afghanistan, the weather ended their campaigns without either side being able to contest its scheduled knockout match.
India vs Sri Lanka Semi-Final Confirmed
Sri Lanka’s progression from the abandoned quarter-final sets up a semi-final against India in the men’s Asian Games 2026 cricket competition.
Sri Lanka will face India in the Asian Games 2026 men’s cricket semi-final after their quarter-final against Nepal was abandoned without a ball being bowled. The result completed one side of the last-four lineup.
India also reached the semi-final after their quarter-final against Afghanistan was abandoned because of persistent rain. With both quarter-finals affected by the weather, neither India nor Sri Lanka had the opportunity to complete a knockout match before reaching the semi-final stage.
The semi-final is scheduled for October 1, 2026, at Korogi Sports Park in Nisshin, Aichi, Japan. The match will provide the first opportunity for both sides to contest a full knockout fixture in this tournament.
India vs Sri Lanka Semi-Final Details
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Match | India vs Sri Lanka |
| Competition | Asian Games 2026 Men’s Cricket |
| Stage | Semi-Final |
| Date | October 1, 2026 |
| Venue | Korogi Sports Park, Nisshin, Aichi, Japan |
| Status | Confirmed |
India’s Route to the Semi-Final
India’s quarter-final against Afghanistan was abandoned without a ball being bowled, allowing the higher-ranked side to progress under the tournament’s qualification rules.
Sri Lanka’s Route to the Semi-Final
Sri Lanka advanced after their quarter-final against Nepal was also abandoned before the match could begin.
Why the Semi-Final Matters
The India-Sri Lanka meeting will be the next major step in the Asian Games 2026 men’s cricket knockout stage. Unlike the two abandoned quarter-finals, the semi-final is scheduled as a completed competitive fixture, subject to weather and playing conditions.
India enter the semi-final as the defending men’s Asian Games cricket champions after winning the gold medal at the 2023 Hangzhou Asian Games. Sri Lanka, meanwhile, will be looking to make their opportunity in the last four count after progressing through a rain-affected quarter-final.
Key Facts and Numbers
The Sri Lanka vs Nepal quarter-final ended without a ball being bowled, making the key facts of the match primarily about the abandonment, qualification rules and the resulting semi-final lineup.
There was no conventional scorecard from the Sri Lanka-Nepal quarter-final because persistent rain prevented the match from starting. The toss was not conducted, and neither side faced a delivery.
| Key Fact | Details |
|---|---|
| Match | Sri Lanka vs Nepal |
| Stage | 3rd Quarter-Final |
| Date | September 29, 2026 |
| Venue | Korogi Sports Park, Nisshin, Aichi, Japan |
| Toss | Not held |
| Balls Bowled | 0 |
| Result | Match abandoned |
| Progressing Team | Sri Lanka |
| Eliminated Team | Nepal |
| Semi-Final Opponent | India |
0 Balls
The quarter-final never started, so there were no batting or bowling statistics from the fixture.
No Toss
Persistent rain prevented officials from conducting the toss before the scheduled match.
Sri Lanka Advance
Sri Lanka progressed to the semi-final under the applicable higher-ranking qualification provision.
Nepal’s Group-Stage Numbers
Although the quarter-final produced no individual statistics, Nepal had already shown positive form earlier in the tournament. They finished top of Group A and recorded a five-wicket victory over Afghanistan.
Against Japan, Nepal reached 149 for 4 in 15 overs before that match was also abandoned. Sundeep Jora scored 57 not out from 32 balls and Lokesh Bam made 52 not out from 22 balls in that rain-affected contest.
What’s Next
Sri Lanka now turn their attention to the Asian Games 2026 semi-final against India after advancing from the abandoned quarter-final against Nepal.
Sri Lanka’s next assignment is the men’s Asian Games 2026 semi-final against India. The match is scheduled for October 1, 2026, at Korogi Sports Park in Nisshin, Aichi, Japan.
The semi-final will give Sri Lanka their next opportunity to compete on the field after the quarter-final against Nepal was abandoned without a ball being bowled.
| Detail | India vs Sri Lanka Semi-Final |
|---|---|
| Competition | Asian Games 2026 Men’s Cricket |
| Stage | Semi-Final |
| Match | India vs Sri Lanka |
| Date | October 1, 2026 |
| Venue | Korogi Sports Park, Nisshin, Aichi, Japan |
| Scheduled Start | 10:00 AM IST / 1:30 PM JST |
| Status | Confirmed |
India vs Sri Lanka
India advanced from their abandoned quarter-final against Afghanistan, while Sri Lanka progressed after their match against Nepal was also washed out.
Weather Remains Important
After repeated rain interruptions at Korogi Sports Park, playing conditions will remain an important factor for the next knockout fixture.
A Chance for a Proper Semi-Final Contest
The Sri Lanka-Nepal quarter-final produced no cricketing contest, and India’s quarter-final was similarly abandoned. The semi-final therefore becomes the next scheduled opportunity for both teams to play a completed knockout match.
Sri Lanka will now prepare for India with a place in the Asian Games final at stake. The result will determine whether they continue into the gold-medal match or move into the bronze-medal contest, depending on the tournament’s knockout structure.
FAQs
Answers to common questions about the Sri Lanka vs Nepal Asian Games 2026 quarter-final abandonment and Sri Lanka’s progression to the semi-final.
Persistent rain and unsuitable ground conditions prevented the quarter-final from starting at Korogi Sports Park in Nisshin. The match was abandoned without a ball being bowled.
No. There was no on-field winner because the match was abandoned before the toss and no ball was bowled. Sri Lanka advanced under the tournament’s applicable higher-ranking qualification provision.
Sri Lanka progressed after the quarter-final against Nepal was abandoned. The higher-ranked Sri Lankan side advanced under the competition’s knockout qualification rules.
Nepal were eliminated because their quarter-final against Sri Lanka was abandoned without play, and Sri Lanka held the higher ranking used to determine progression when the match could not be completed.
The quarter-final was scheduled at Korogi Sports Park in Nisshin, Aichi, Japan, the venue used for the Asian Games 2026 men’s cricket knockout matches.
Sri Lanka will face India in the Asian Games 2026 men’s cricket semi-final. The match is scheduled for October 1, 2026, at Korogi Sports Park in Nisshin.
No balls were bowled. The match was abandoned before the toss and before play could begin because of persistent rain and unsuitable conditions.
Final Verdict
Sri Lanka advance to the Asian Games 2026 semi-final after rain prevents the scheduled quarter-final against Nepal from taking place.
The Sri Lanka vs Nepal quarter-final ended without a ball being bowled after persistent rain made play impossible at Korogi Sports Park in Nisshin. There was no toss, no innings and no on-field winner.
Sri Lanka nevertheless moved into the semi-final under the tournament’s higher-ranking qualification provision, while Nepal’s campaign came to an end despite their strong group-stage performance.
Sri Lanka will now face India in the semi-final on October 1, giving both teams an opportunity to contest a completed knockout match after their respective quarter-finals were affected by rain.
Sources
This report is based on current tournament and match reporting covering the Sri Lanka vs Nepal Asian Games 2026 quarter-final and Sri Lanka’s progression to the semi-final.
The match status, abandonment, qualification outcome and knockout-stage progression were checked against current tournament reporting and match coverage.
- Reuters: Sri Lanka and Bangladesh advance as rain washes out cricket again
- ICC: First two semi-final spots decided at Asian Games men’s competition
- ESPNcricinfo: Sri Lanka to face India in semi-finals after washout
- Kathmandu Post: Rain ends Nepal’s Asian Games cricket campaign
- Hindustan Times: Sri Lanka vs Nepal Asian Games 2026 Match Result
- ICC — Quarter-Final Fixtures: Men’s Asian Games cricket quarter-final fixtures confirmed
