India posted 211 for six in 20 overs against Pakistan in the Asian Games men's cricket final, setting Pakistan a target of 212 runs to claim the gold medal. The innings was powered by Abhishek Sharma, whose aggressive 61 from 28 deliveries gave India early momentum. Tilak Varma added further impetus at the close, remaining unbeaten on 51 from just 22 balls to lift India past the 200 mark despite the loss of six wickets. Pakistan's bowlers struck at regular intervals. Arafat Minhas was the most economical of the wicket takers with figures of two for 25, while Ahmed Daniyal also claimed two wickets but conceded 43 runs from his spell. With India's 20 overs complete at 211 for six, the chase now carries the weight of a gold medal. Pakistan's batting response will decide the outcome, and the team must reach the required total within its allotted 20 overs to take the title.
mwrana
October 9, 2026
