Japan's all-time leading T20I run-scorer Kendel Kadowaki-Fleming will lead the team. Ibrahim Takahashi and Declan Suzuki-McComb are the other two players in the squad who have played more than 50 T20Is.

India vs Japan's historic T20 on September 22 could give cricket a major boost in Japan, with the hosts hoping the match leaves a lasting legacy.

With Japan Cricket all set for their historic clash against powerhouse India at the 2026 Asian Games, here's a look at who the broadcaster for this must-see game could be.

A momentous T20 International cricket match is set for September 22, 2026 between India and Japan, commemorating the 75th anniversary of their diplomatic relations. This fixture not only highlights cricket's expanding reach in Japan but also launches a new initiative aimed at enriching cultural exchanges via sports.

India will play a men's T20I against Japan to launch the celebrations of the 75th anniversary of India-Japan diplomatic relations. The one-off game for the Suzuki Cup will be played at the Sano International Cricket Ground on September 22. This is the first time India will play Japan in a men's T20I.

BCCI secretary Devajit Saikia emphasizes the significance of the India-Japan T20I match in expanding cricket's global reach.