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The Indian cricket team is marking its inaugural participation at the Asian Games 2023 hosted in Hangzhou, China, joining a roster of 14 men's and 8 women's teams globally. These squads will engage in 17 scintillating fixtures, all gunning for that elusive gold medal. The cricketing showdown commences on 28th September, culminating in a grand finale on 7th October. Notable participants encompass teams from China, India, Pakistan, Sri Lanka, and ten other nations.
Concurrent Cricketing Endeavours
Parallel to the anticipation of the Games, the Asia Cup 2023 is unfolding in Sri Lanka. The Indian contingent has already paved its way to the final, stirring whispers of a potential India vs Pakistan face-off on 17th. The senior brigade, currently battling in the Asia Cup, is also slated for the World Cup, while the youth team, captained by Ruturaj Gaikwad, sets its sights on Hangzhou 2023. Fans are abuzz with the prospect of yet another India-Pakistan clash in the Asian Games final on 7th October.
Quarterfinals' Line-up
Based on ICC rankings, the cricketing heavyweights - India, Pakistan, Sri Lanka, and Bangladesh - have solidified their spots in the Asian Games 2023 quarterfinals. This grants them the luxury to face off against varied opposition in the opening round. India's first challenge is on the horizon for 3 October, with Pakistan also gearing up for combat on the same date. Following suit, Sri Lanka and Bangladesh have their fixtures set for 4 October. However, the draw for their respective opponents remains under wraps.
The Path to the Gold - India vs Pakistan Again?
Post the initial bouts, the first semi-final is scheduled for 6 October, featuring the victors from Quarterfinal 1 and Quarterfinal 4. On the same day, the second semi-final sees the champions of Quarterfinal 2 and Quarterfinal 3 squaring off. Should India and Pakistan triumph in their individual battles, a tantalising gold medal duel awaits between the two juggernauts on 7 October.
