Aichi-Nagoya 2026 Asian Games: Global Schedule, Esports Titles, Cricket Olympics Qualifier & Full Guide
Japan's 20th Asian Games (Sep 19-Oct 4) – 41 Sports Across 45 Nations, New Venues, Live Streaming & Worldwide Highlights
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Aichi-Nagoya 2026 Asian Games: Global Schedule, Esports Titles, Cricket Olympics Qualifier & Full Guide
Japan's 20th Asian Games (Sep 19-Oct 4) – 41 Sports Across 45 Nations, New Venues, Live Streaming & Worldwide Highlights
🌏 45 Nations. 41 Sports. 15,000 Athletes. One Asia!
Japan proudly hosts the 20th Asian Games from September 19 to October 4, 2026, across Aichi Prefecture with Nagoya as the heart. Under the motto "Imagine One Asia," this will be the biggest and most diverse Asian Games yet – featuring groundbreaking esports, cricket as an Olympics qualifier, and innovative venues!
📊 Games at a Glance
Key Numbers
- 15,000+ Athletes competing
- 41 Sports • 60 Disciplines
- 460 Medal Events
- 45 Nations & Regions
Opening & Closing Ceremonies + Athletics at the brand-new Paloma Mizuho Stadium!
🎮 Esports Makes History (11 Titles)
Esports returns bigger than ever with 11 medal events. Top titles include:
Featured Esports Games
- Mobile Legends: Bang Bang – Southeast Asia favorite
- League of Legends – Global MOBA king
- Valorant – Tactical FPS showdown
- Street Fighter 6 – Fighting game legacy
- Dota 2 – Epic team battles
🏏 Cricket's Olympic Path
Cricket T20 is back as a medal sport AND a direct qualifier for the LA 2028 Olympics. Get ready for intense India vs Pakistan matches and fierce competition among Asian giants!
🌊 Exciting New Sports Debut
Five fresh additions make this edition unforgettable:
Brand New to Asian Games
- Surfing – Japan debut on Shizuoka waves
- Breaking – Straight from Paris 2024 Olympics
- MMA – 6 medal events
- Cricket T20 – Olympics qualifier
- Squash – Growing Asian favorite
🚢 Modern Athlete Experience
No traditional village! Athletes will stay in luxury hotels and cruise ships docked in Nagoya – a sustainable and comfortable approach. Tickets go on sale soon via the official site.
📺 How to Watch Worldwide
Enjoy free live streaming on the Olympic Channel, regional broadcasters, and dedicated apps. Esports and highlights will be everywhere!
