Nagoya: India claimed a gold medal in the men's cricket tournament at the Asian Games 2026, defeating Pakistan in a high-stakes final that highlighted India's batting prowess and strategic execution. Pakistan took home the silver medal, while Sri Lanka secured the bronze with a victory over Bangladesh.

According to International Cricket Council: The final match saw India captain Shreyas Iyer opt to bat first, a decision that was bolstered by opener Abhishek Sharma's impressive 61 runs, which included three fours and seven sixes. Despite losing momentum with regular wicket falls, India finished strong with Tilak Varma's unbeaten 51 off 22 balls, setting a daunting target of 211/6.

Defending their total, India's bowlers maintained pressure on Pakistan, who struggled despite Hasan Nawaz's valiant 96 off 51 balls. Pakistan ultimately fell short by 19 runs, cementing India's top podium finish.

In the battle for third place, Sri Lanka emerged victorious against Bangladesh. Tharindu Ratnayake's all-around performance, contributing 65 runs and taking two wickets, was pivotal in Sri Lanka's 63-run win. Despite Bangladesh's efforts, Sri Lanka's bowlers ensured their team clinched the bronze medal.