Stories
Rain Washes Out Japan-Nepal Asian Games Clash; Nepal Advances
N
News18•26-09-2026, 08:53
Rain Washes Out Japan-Nepal Asian Games Clash; Nepal Advances
- •The Asian Games 2026 cricket match between Japan and Nepal was washed out due to rain.
- •Japan needed to chase Nepal's total of 149 runs in just 15 overs.
- •The rain prevented Japan from starting their chase, ending their campaign.
- •Nepal advanced in the tournament following the washout.
Key Questions Answered
Heavy rain washed out Japan's run chase in Nisshin on Saturday, September 26, ending their campaign and allowing Nepal to advance.
Japan needed to overhaul Nepal's total score of 149 runs in just 15 overs.
Star batting all-rounder Dipendra Singh Airee captains the Nepal squad for the 2026 edition of the Asian Games.
