India won the Asian Games men’s cricket final on October 3, beating Pakistan by 19 runs at Korogi Sports Park in Nisshin. The BCCI match centre records India’s total of 211 for six and Pakistan’s reply of 192 for six, with both innings lasting 20 overs.
Abhishek Sharma made 61 from 28 balls and Tilak Varma finished unbeaten on 51 from 22, according to the Times of India’s completed match report. Hasan Nawaz scored 96 from 51 balls for Pakistan. His innings kept the chase competitive, but Pakistan finished short of the target.
Washington Sundar and Axar Patel helped reduce Pakistan to 39 for three after the powerplay. Shivam Dube later dismissed Saim Ayub to break a partnership. India held off the remaining chase to retain the title.