New Delhi – On September 23, 2026, Indian athletes posted a range of outcomes across shooting and cricket events at the Asian Games in Nagoya. A 26‑year‑old shooter, making his third Asian Games appearance, staged a spirited comeback after falling three games behind but ultimately lost the 45‑minute bout 2‑4. In the women’s 10 m air pistol final, double Olympic medallist Manu Bhaker finished fifth with a score of 181.1, after qualifying third with a 579‑point series, leaving India without a medal in that discipline. The 24‑year‑old Olympic bronze medallist in both individual and mixed‑team events is slated to compete next in the 25 m pistol, where she holds the defending champion title.
In cricket, India’s women’s team continued its dominant run. Opening batter Smriti Mandhana led the innings with a “superb” 79 runs, contributing to a total of 216 for 3 wickets. Deepti Sharma, leading the bowling attack, recorded an economy rate of 1.50, helping restrict Sri Lanka and secure a 147‑run victory for India.
The shooting bout involving the 26‑year‑old lasted 45 minutes, with the athlete unable to maintain his earlier momentum, resulting in a 2‑4 loss. Bhaker’s fifth‑place finish came after a strong qualification round but fell short of the podium. The upcoming 25 m pistol event will see the 24‑year‑old aiming to defend her title, having previously earned individual and mixed‑team bronze medals at the Paris Olympics.
India’s cricket performance was highlighted by Mandhana’s 79 runs, which anchored the chase and set a formidable target. Deepti Sharma’s disciplined bowling, reflected in her low economy rate, limited Sri Lanka’s scoring opportunities throughout the match, culminating in a decisive win by 147 runs.
These results add to India’s overall medal tally at the Games, with the shooting outcomes underscoring both competitive depth and areas for improvement, while the cricket victory reinforces the team’s strong standing in the tournament.
Sources
– The Hindu – National, “Asian Games 2026 live updates on September 23, 2026,” https://www.thehindu.com/sport/asian-games-2026-live-updates-on-september-23-2026/article71496842.ece
Source: The Hindu – National
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