India, Pakistan get direct quarterfinal entry in Asian Games cricket draw
The Indian men's and women's cricket teams have received direct entry into the quarterfinals for the upcoming Asian Games. The tournament will feature a T20 format, with potential high-stakes matches against Pakistan.
Why it matters
Cricket remains a major cultural and sporting event in Asia, and direct qualification highlights the regional dominance of the Indian teams.
Defending champions India and Pakistan have been given direct entry into quarterfinals of both the men's and women's cricket competition of this year's Asian Games.
The Indian women's team will open its campaign against Japan, while the men's opponents will be decided after the preliminary stage. The women will be up against either Bangladesh or China in the semi-finals. The men's cricket competition will start on September 24 and conclude on October 1.
The men's team might face Pakistan in the semi-finals. The women's event will be held from September 17 to 22. The potential of a clash with Pakistan is not ruled out in the women's final.
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