India and Pakistan will face off in table tennis during the Asian Games 2026, featuring key players Harmeet Desai and Sathiyan Gnanasekaran in a crucial Group F match.
India and Pakistan are set to clash in table tennis at the Asian Games 2026 on Monday, September 21, in a men’s team Group F match taking place on Table 1. Earlier in the day, India’s women’s team achieved a commanding 3-0 victory over Pakistan, with Sutirtha Mukherjee, Syndrela Das, and Sreeja Akula each winning their singles matches to secure a spot in the quarterfinals.
The Indian squad for the men’s team event is led by experienced players Harmeet Desai and Sathiyan Gnanasekaran. Joining them are Manav Thakkar, Manush Shah, and Payas Jain, forming a strong lineup aimed at advancing through the group stage.
On the other side, Pakistan’s team includes Abbas Khan, Taha Bilal, Abdal Khan, and two players named Muhammad Khan. This match is critical for both teams as they vie for a place in the next round.
The team event format consists of multiple singles and doubles matches, with the overall tie determined by the number of match wins. India is optimistic that its depth and experience will help navigate the group stage successfully and move closer to medal contention.
India and Pakistan are in Group F alongside Iran and Indonesia. India started its campaign with a 3-0 victory over Indonesia but faced a setback with a 0-3 loss to Iran.
The match between India and Pakistan is scheduled for 3:30 PM IST at the Sky Hall Toyota in Aichi-Nagoya, Japan. Fans can catch the live action through various platforms.
For viewers in India, the match will be broadcast live on the Sony Sports Network channels and can also be streamed via the Sony LIV app and website. In Pakistan, fans can watch the matches on PTV.
This highly anticipated encounter promises to deliver exciting table tennis action as both teams aim for victory in this prestigious tournament.
According to The Sunday Guardian, the stakes are high as both teams look to secure their positions in the competition.