The Afghanistan vs Nepal 4th Match Group A fixture is scheduled for Friday, September 25, 2026, as the men’s cricket competition at the Asian Games 2026 continues in Japan. The match will be played at Korogi Sports Park, Nisshin, with the start time set for 2:00 PM local time and 10:30 AM IST.
This AFG vs NEP match is part of the Group A preliminary round, with both teams looking to collect important points before the knockout stage. Here is everything to know about the Afghanistan vs Nepal match, including the schedule, venue, squads, format, and live-match details.
Afghanistan vs Nepal Match Details
| Match | Afghanistan vs Nepal |
| Match | 4th Match, Group A |
| Competition | Asian Games 2026 |
| Format | T20 |
| Date | Friday, 25 September 2026 |
| Time | 10:30 AM IST |
| Local Time | 2:00 PM |
| Venue | Korogi Sports Park, Nisshin, Japan |
| Teams | Afghanistan and Nepal |
The fixture is listed as the 4th match of the men’s Asian Games cricket schedule. Afghanistan and Nepal are both placed in Group A alongside Japan.
Afghanistan vs Nepal Schedule and Venue
The Afghanistan vs Nepal match will take place at Korogi Sports Park in Nisshin, Japan. The same venue is being used for the men’s cricket competition during the Asian Games 2026.
For viewers in India, the AFG vs NEP match starts at 10:30 AM IST on September 25. The listed local start time in Nisshin is 2:00 PM, while the corresponding GMT time is 5:00 AM.
The schedule around this fixture is also important because Japan vs Afghanistan was played on September 24, while Japan vs Nepal is scheduled for September 26. This gives Group A a compact three-match preliminary schedule.
AFG vs NEP Group A Context
Afghanistan vs Nepal is one of the preliminary-round matches in the men’s Asian Games cricket competition.
Group A contains Afghanistan, Nepal and hosts Japan. The group-stage fixtures are:
- Japan vs Afghanistan — September 24
- Afghanistan vs Nepal — September 25
- Japan vs Nepal — September 26
The top teams from the preliminary groups move into the knockout phase, where the quarter-finals are scheduled for September 28 and 29.
This makes the Afghanistan vs Nepal game an important fixture within the short Group A schedule. The final group positions will depend on the results of the preliminary-round matches.
Afghanistan Squad for AFG vs NEP
The Afghanistan squad listed for the Asian Games 2026 includes Darwish Rasooli as captain, along with Mohammad Ishaq, Najibullah Zadran, Karim Janat, Imran Mir, Nangeyalia Kharoti and several other players.
Afghanistan Players
- Darwish Rasooli (Captain)
- Mohammad Ishaq
- Imran Mir
- Najibullah Zadran
- Karim Janat
- Nangeyalia Kharoti
- Khalid Taniwal
- Faridoon Dawoodzai
- Arab Gul Momand
- Ismat Alam
- Hassan Eisakhil
- Abdullah Ahmadzai
- Faisal Shinozada
- Mohammad Akram
- Farmanullah Safi
The Afghanistan squad includes a combination of batsmen, bowlers, all-rounders and wicketkeeping options for the T20 competition.
Nepal Squad for Afghanistan vs Nepal
Nepal’s listed squad features several familiar names from the country’s T20 setup, including Rohit Paudel, Aasif Sheikh, Kushal Bhurtel, Dipendra Singh Airee, Sandeep Lamichhane and Karan KC.
Nepal Players
- Rohit Paudel
- Aasif Sheikh
- Aarif Sheikh
- Kushal Bhurtel
- Dipendra Singh Airee
- Sandeep Lamichhane
- Karan KC
- Sompal Kami
- Kushal Malla
- Gulshan Jha
- Lalit Rajbanshi
- Nandan Yadav
- Sundeep Jora
- Lokesh Bam
- Sher Malla
Nepal have a mix of experienced T20 players and younger options in their Asian Games squad, giving the team multiple choices across batting, bowling and all-round roles.
Key Players to Watch in AFG vs NEP
Darwish Rasooli
Darwish Rasooli is listed as Afghanistan’s captain for the Asian Games 2026 squad. He is one of the key batting options in the Afghanistan lineup and will lead the side in the Group A campaign.
Karim Janat
Karim Janat provides Afghanistan with an all-round option. His ability to contribute with both bat and ball gives Afghanistan additional flexibility in a T20 match.
Rohit Paudel
Rohit Paudel is Nepal’s captain and one of the team’s established batting options. His role will be important in Nepal’s short Group A campaign.
Sandeep Lamichhane
Sandeep Lamichhane is one of Nepal’s recognised bowling names and brings a leg-spin option to the Nepal attack. He is among the players listed in the Nepal squad for this match.
Dipendra Singh Airee
Dipendra Singh Airee offers Nepal an all-round option and has experience in T20 cricket. His contribution can cover both batting and bowling requirements during the match.
What to Expect From Asian Games Cricket 2026
The men’s Asian Games cricket competition is being played in the T20 format, with 10 teams participating. Five ICC Full Members qualified directly, Japan entered as the host nation, and four teams came through the Singapore men’s qualifier.
The preliminary round is followed by quarter-finals, semi-finals and medal matches. The quarter-finals are scheduled for September 28 and 29, the semi-finals for October 1, and the bronze-medal and gold-medal matches for October 3.
For cricket followers, the Afghanistan vs Nepal fixture is therefore part of a short and closely scheduled group stage before the tournament moves into its knockout phase.
Afghanistan vs Nepal Head-to-Head
The currently listed T20 head-to-head record shows one previous meeting between Afghanistan and Nepal, with Nepal winning that match.
However, previous head-to-head numbers do not determine the result of this Asian Games fixture. The conditions, playing XI, pitch and performances on September 25 will decide the match.
Korogi Sports Park Pitch and Venue
Korogi Sports Park in Nisshin is the designated venue for the men’s Asian Games cricket competition. The schedule lists all men’s matches at this venue.
The venue has already been included for other Group A and Group B fixtures, making it the central cricket ground for the preliminary round of the competition.
For match followers, the venue conditions will be worth monitoring once the tournament progresses because the same ground is being used for multiple fixtures.
Afghanistan vs Nepal Live Match Updates
Fans following Afghanistan vs Nepal can check the live score, playing XI, toss, scorecard, ball-by-ball commentary and match updates as the fixture gets underway.
The match is scheduled to begin at 10:30 AM IST on Friday, September 25. The official playing XIs are expected around the toss, so the final team combination should be checked before the match begins.
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Afghanistan vs Nepal Match Prediction
A specific result cannot be confirmed before the match begins. Both teams have different combinations and the final playing XI, toss and match conditions can affect the contest.
Rather than relying only on pre-match expectations, users following the AFG vs NEP fixture can check the confirmed squads, toss result and live match situation before assessing the available cricket markets.
Afghanistan vs Nepal FAQs
1. When is Afghanistan vs Nepal 4th Match Group A?
Afghanistan vs Nepal is scheduled for Friday, September 25, 2026.
2. What time does AFG vs NEP start in India?
The Afghanistan vs Nepal match starts at 10:30 AM IST.
3. Where will Afghanistan vs Nepal be played?
The match will be played at Korogi Sports Park in Nisshin, Japan.
4. What format is Afghanistan vs Nepal?
AFG vs NEP is a T20 match in the men’s Asian Games 2026 cricket competition.
5. Which group is Afghanistan vs Nepal in?
Afghanistan vs Nepal is the 4th Match of Group A.
6. Who is Afghanistan’s captain?
Darwish Rasooli is listed as Afghanistan’s captain for the Asian Games 2026 squad.
7. Who is Nepal’s captain?
Rohit Paudel is listed as Nepal’s captain for the match.
8. What is the Afghanistan vs Nepal head-to-head record?
The currently listed T20 record shows one previous meeting, which Nepal won.
9. When is the next Group A match after AFG vs NEP?
Japan vs Nepal is scheduled for September 26, 2026, as the next Group A fixture.
10. Where can users follow live betting markets for AFG vs NEP?
Users can check the Lotusbook live dashboard and cricket betting for available live markets during the match.