The 19th edition of the Asian Games is poised to kick off on September 19, with a grand total of 40 sports and 61 disciplines scheduled to be a part of the event. The Asian Games 2023 will span from September 19 to October 8, promising thrilling competition.

One noteworthy development is India's participation in cricket for the first time in the history of the Asian Games. The Indian cricket team, captained by Ruturaj Gaikwad, will comprise players who showcased their talents during the 2023 Indian Premier League (IPL) season. Former cricketer VVS Laxman has been appointed as the team's coach, adding his expertise to the squad.

The cricket competition in the Asian Games 2023 will feature the T20I format and will be held from September 23 to October 8. All matches will be played at the Zhejiang University of Technology Pingfeng Cricket Field. India's cricket team for this tournament is categorized as a second-string team.

In an interesting twist, India, Pakistan, Sri Lanka, and Bangladesh have already secured spots in the quarter-finals due to their rankings, bypassing the initial group stage. This move marks India's historic debut in the Asian Games cricket tournament.

The upcoming Asian Games 2023 cricket schedule is eagerly awaited by fans, as cricket takes its place among the diverse range of sports in this prestigious event.