The Women’s Asian Games 2026 cricket tournament will be broadcast live in India as part of the wider Asian Games coverage. Sony Sports Network holds the television broadcast rights for the 2026 Asian Games in India, while live streaming will be available on Sony LIV.
The women’s cricket competition will be played from September 17 to September 22, 2026, at Korogi Sports Park in Nisshin, Aichi Prefecture, Japan. Eight teams will compete in a straight knockout format, with four quarter-finals, two semi-finals, a bronze medal match and the gold medal final.
How to Watch Women’s Asian Games 2026 Cricket in India
Fans in India will be able to follow the Asian Games through Sony’s television and digital platforms.
| Platform | Details |
|---|---|
| TV Broadcast | Sony Sports Network |
| Live Streaming | Sony LIV |
| Tournament | Women’s Asian Games 2026 Cricket |
| Dates | September 17-22, 2026 |
| Venue | Korogi Sports Park, Nisshin, Japan |
| Format | Quarter-finals, semi-finals, bronze medal match and final |
The exact Sony Sports Network channel for individual women’s cricket matches may be confirmed closer to the tournament, as Sony can distribute simultaneous Asian Games events across different channels.
Fans should therefore check Sony Sports Network’s official schedule and Sony LIV closer to matchday.
Where to Watch Women’s Asian Games 2026 Cricket Live?
The women’s cricket matches will be available through the following platforms in India:
- Sony Sports Network – Television broadcast
- Sony LIV – Live streaming
This means viewers will be able to watch the complete women’s cricket tournament, including the quarter-finals, semi-finals and medal matches, as part of Sony’s Asian Games 2026 coverage.
Women’s Asian Games 2026 Cricket Schedule and Match Timings
The tournament will feature eight matches across four matchdays. All matches will be played at Korogi Sports Park.
| Date | Match | Stage | Time (IST) |
|---|---|---|---|
| September 17, 2026 | Japan Women vs India Women | Quarterfinal 1 | 5:30 AM |
| September 17, 2026 | Bangladesh Women vs China Women | Quarterfinal 2 | 10:30 AM |
| September 18, 2026 | Malaysia Women vs Sri Lanka Women | Quarterfinal 3 | 5:30 AM |
| September 18, 2026 | Pakistan Women vs Thailand Women | Quarterfinal 4 | 10:30 AM |
| September 20, 2026 | Quarterfinal 1 Winner vs Quarterfinal 2 Winner | Semifinal 1 | 5:30 AM |
| September 20, 2026 | Quarterfinal 3 Winner vs Quarterfinal 4 Winner | Semifinal 2 | 10:30 AM |
| September 22, 2026 | Semifinal 1 Loser vs Semifinal 2 Loser | Bronze Medal Match | 5:30 AM |
| September 22, 2026 | Semifinal 1 Winner vs Semifinal 2 Winner | Gold Medal Match | 10:30 AM |
The official Aichi-Nagoya Asian Games 2026 schedule lists the local match timings as 9:00 AM and 2:00 PM JST, which are 5:30 AM and 10:30 AM IST respectively.
What Is Confirmed About Women’s Cricket Coverage?
The key broadcast details for viewers in India are now clear: the women’s cricket competition forms part of Sony’s overall Asian Games 2026 coverage, with television coverage through the Sony Sports Network and digital streaming through Sony LIV.
However, the specific TV channel allocation for each individual cricket match may vary depending on Sony’s wider multi-sport coverage schedule. For this reason, it is better to mention Sony Sports Network rather than naming one specific channel unless Sony officially confirms the channel allocation for women’s cricket.
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Broadcaster in India | Sony Sports Network |
| OTT Platform | Sony LIV |
| Women’s Cricket Dates | September 17-22, 2026 |
| Venue | Korogi Sports Park, Nisshin |
| Number of Teams | 8 |
| Number of Matches | 8 |
| Tournament Format | Straight knockout |
| Gold Medal Match | September 22, 2026 |
| Exact Match Channel | To be confirmed closer to the tournament |
The official tournament programme confirms the eight-team knockout format and the complete match schedule, while Sony’s Asian Games coverage will provide the broadcast and streaming options for viewers in India.
How to Watch on Sony LIV
Fans who prefer digital viewing can watch the Asian Games coverage through Sony LIV. The platform is expected to carry the women’s cricket matches as part of its live coverage of the 2026 Asian Games.
Viewers should check the platform’s sports schedule closer to September 17 for the final match listings and live-stream availability.
Women’s Asian Games 2026 Live Streaming: What You Need to Know
The Women’s Asian Games 2026 cricket tournament will bring together eight teams for a short but high-stakes knockout competition in Japan. Every match will be crucial, as teams have no group stage or second chance after defeat.
For viewers in India, Sony Sports Network will be the television destination, while Sony LIV will provide live streaming. The action begins on September 17 with the quarter-finals and concludes with the bronze medal match and gold medal final on September 22. Fans should keep an eye on Sony’s official schedules for the exact channel carrying each match closer to the tournament.
