Asian Games 2026 Cricket Points Table
The Asian Games 2026 cricket points table explains the route from the men's preliminary groups to the knockout rounds in Aichi-Nagoya, Japan. The T20 programme includes a women's knockout tournament on 17–22 September and a men's competition on 24 September–3 October, with group matches preceding the quarter-finals.
Asian Games 2026 Cricket Points Table: What the Points Table Decides
This guide brings together the competition format, participating teams and standings terminology for cricket at Aichi-Nagoya. Use it to understand how results in the men's groups determine the next round of matches.
The Games offer Asian teams another opportunity to compete on a major international stage and develop experience for future tournaments.
When Does Cricket Start at the 2026 Asian Games?
The cricket programme is divided into separate men's and women's competitions. Their dates and routes to the medal matches are outlined below.
- Women's Tournament: 17-22 September 2026
- Men's Tournament: 24 September-3 October 2026
- Venue: Korogi Athletic Park, Nisshin, Aichi Prefecture, Japan
- Format: Twenty20 International (T20I) for both tournaments
Both events use the T20 format. Group results matter in the men's competition, while the women's bracket is decided through knockout matches.
How the Points Table Works
Use the result categories below as a quick reference when reading a group table; the tournament's published playing conditions govern the final standings.
| Result | Points Awarded |
|---|---|
| Win | 2 points |
| Loss | 0 points |
| Tie or No Result | 1 point each |
Alongside points, keep an eye on Net Run Rate (NRR), which compares scoring rates across matches. Consult the event's playing conditions for the precise order of tiebreakers.
Why Net Run Rate Matters
The margin of a result can matter as well as the win itself. A strong performance may improve a team's NRR and change its position among sides tied on points.
Men's Tournament Format
Ten men's teams compete through a combination of preliminary groups and knockout rounds:
- The four highest-ranked teams get a direct bye straight into the quarter-finals.
- The remaining six teams are split into two groups of three.
- These six teams play a round-robin stage from 24-26 September.
- The top two from each group join the four seeded teams in the quarter-finals.
The group stage provides four places in the quarter-finals, where the advancing teams meet the four seeded entrants.
Women's Tournament Format
Eight women's teams enter at the quarter-final stage. Because this is a knockout competition, there is no women's group-stage points table; teams progress by winning their ties.
Which Teams Have Qualified?
The men's field brings together direct entrants, the host nation and teams progressing through the qualifying competition.
| Qualification Route | Teams |
|---|---|
| Direct Qualifiers (ICC Full Members) | India, Pakistan, Afghanistan, Bangladesh, Sri Lanka |
| Host Nation | Japan |
| Singapore Qualifier | Nepal, Hong Kong China, Malaysia, Oman |
The women's eight-team field follows its own qualification route: four directly invited ICC Full Members, host Japan and three qualifiers. It should not be confused with the men's ten-team list above.
How to Track the Live Points Table
During the men's preliminary stage, read the standings alongside each result. These are the main details to follow:
- Group standings - see who's leading each pool during the men's preliminary stage.
- NRR movement - spot which teams are building a cushion versus scraping through.
- Qualification scenarios – follow which group results lead to a quarter-final place.
For current scores and standings, use the tournament's official coverage or a cricket scoring service. The schedule pages linked here provide a separate reference for match dates.
Live Asian Games 2026 Cricket Points Table
This page currently explains the standings system; it does not contain an automatic live points feed. The men's group phase is listed for 24–26 September, while the women's tournament uses a knockout bracket.
India's Cricket Schedule at Asian Games 2026
Open the men's schedule for fixture details, and use the women's schedule page for the separate women's programme. Confirm any changes through the event organisers.
Frequently Asked Questions
Does the women's event have a group table?
No. Its eight-team knockout bracket begins with the quarter-finals.
How many men's teams reach the quarter-finals?
There are eight places: four for seeded entrants and four for teams progressing from the preliminary groups.
How are equal points resolved?
NRR is a key figure to check. The official playing conditions specify the complete tiebreak procedure.
Which venue hosts the cricket programme?
The listed venue for both events is Korogi Athletic Park in Nisshin, Aichi Prefecture, Japan.
Final Thoughts
- The men’s groups provide four quarter-final qualifiers.
- Check points, NRR and official tiebreak rules together.
- The women’s competition begins with quarter-finals.
- Use official announcements for schedule changes.
Keep this guide beside the match schedule to understand the men's group standings and the women's knockout route. Follow a current scoring service during the preliminary matches and check official announcements for any changes to the competition.