🏏Asian Games 2026: India W vs Japan W: 4th QF on 18/09/26🏏

🏏Asian Games 2026: India W vs Japan W: 4th QF at Korogi Sports Park, Nisshin on 18/09/26 at 10:30 AM IST🏏

Japan Women (JPN W) take on India Women (IND W) in the fourth quarter-final of the Asian Games Women's Cricket Competition 2026 at Korogi Sports Park in Nisshin on Friday, September 18.

Japan Women have endured a difficult run in their recent matches, with one win and three defeats in their last five games, along with one abandoned fixture. They will face a formidable India side that has won each of its last five matches. India will look to maintain their winning momentum and secure a place in the semi-finals.

India have several in-form players in their ranks. Smriti Mandhana and Shafali Verma have been among their leading run-scorers, while Shree Charani and Deepti Sharma have consistently delivered with the ball. Japan, meanwhile, will rely on Ayaka Kato-Stafford and Mai Yanagida to provide stability with the bat.

Players to watch out from Japan:

Erika Oda

Featured in 51 matches from 2019 to 2026, Erika Oda has scored 802 runs across 49 innings. She holds the highest score of 52* and an average of 18.22, remaining undefeated on 5 occasions. Scoring at a strike rate of 84.59 off 948 balls, her tally includes 1 half-century, 93 boundaries, and 3 sixes.

Ahilya Chandel

Active from 2022 to 2026, Ahilya Chandel has taken 41 wickets across 48 matches and 48 innings. Bowling 163.3 overs (981 balls) with 7 maidens, she boasts a disciplined economy rate of 4.69 and an average of 18.70. Her standout bowling performance is highlighted by best figures of 4/8 alongside 2 four-wicket hauls.

Smriti Mandhana

A key pillar in the batting lineup since 2013, Smriti Mandhana has amassed 4,751 runs in 176 matches and 170 innings up to 2026. She holds an average of 30.65 and a strike rate of 126.55 from 3,754 balls, featuring a high score of 124. Her prolific run-scoring includes 2 centuries, 36 half-centuries, 639 fours, and 98 sixes.

Deepti Sharma

Spanning 154 matches between 2016 and 2026, Deepti Sharma has taken 182 wickets in 151 bowling innings. Delivering 542.2 overs (3,254 balls) with 14 maidens, she keeps runs tight with an economy rate of 6.28 and an average of 18.72. Her game-changing spells are backed by best figures of 5/10, one four-wicket haul, and 2 five-wicket hauls.

Pitch:

Situated in Nisshin, the pitch at Kōrogi Athletic Park features a natural grass surface with multiple playing strips that usually offers early seam and swing movement for pace bowlers with the fresh ball. Once batters adapt to the bounce and pace, the surface becomes increasingly true and comfortable for strokeplay, while spinners tend to get moderate grip and turn as the match progresses into the middle overs.

Weather:

Nisshin is expected to experience mostly sunny skies, making for ideal conditions overall. Temperatures will peak around 29°C during the day before dropping to a low of 21°C, accompanied by light southwest winds around 9 mph and humidity levels near 74 percent.

JPN W vs IND W: Probable Best Performers of the Match

Probable Best Batter: Shafali Verma

Shafali Verma has been one of India's leading batters in recent matches. She has scored 415 runs in her last 10 matches at an average of 41.50 and an impressive strike rate of 162.10. Her ability to score quickly at the top of the order makes her a key batter for India in the quarter-final.

Probable Best Bowler: Shree Charani

Shree Charani has been in excellent form with the ball, picking up 26 wickets in her last 10 matches at an economy rate of 4.80 and a strike rate of 8.84. She will be one of India's key wicket-taking options against Japan and could play an important role in restricting the opposition.

Today's Match Prediction: India to win the match

First To Bat

JAPW - Powerplay: 30-40

130-140

First To Bat

IND-W - Powerplay: 50-60

190-200

Win Probability

JAPWN 20%

IND-W 80%

Disclaimer: The prediction is based on the understanding, analysis, and instinct of the author. While making your prediction, consider the points mentioned, and make your own decision.

Bangladesh played the first quarter final against China and through to semi finals on the basis of seeding in an abandoned match.

Pakistan played the second quarter final against Thailand and won the match and through to semi finals.

Sri Lanka is currently playing the third quarter final against Malaysia.

India will play the 4th quarter final in about 4 hours.

Match Details:

Date - September 18, 2026

Time - 10:30 AM

Venue - Korogi Sports Park, Nisshin

Broadcast - Sony Sports, Sony Liv

Thank you Raji, for the thread and for tagging.

Best wishes to Team India Women.

13:00 Local Time, 04:00 GMT, 09:30 IST: It is a landmark occasion for Japan as they prepare to face India in their opening game of the Asian Games. This will be Japan's first-ever women's T20I against a full member nation, giving Mai Yanagida's side a chance to test themselves against one of the strongest teams in the format. Japan come into the game after a two-match completed T20I series against Malaysia, where they lost the first game by 18 runs before bouncing back to win the second by 11 runs. Captain Yanagida, Erika Oda and Ahilya Chandel will be among the players to watch as the hosts look to make the most of a historic opportunity on home soil.