Japan eyes 2028 T20 World Cup as India arrives for historic encounter

Japan will host India's cricket team on Saturday in a historic encounter. Japan Cricket Association Chief Operating Officer Alan Curr expressed optimism that the match will mark a significant milestone for the sport in the nation and help establish stronger foundations for cricket's growth.

The JCA sees the high-profile encounter as an opportunity to elevate Japanese cricket's profile and work towards qualification for the 2028 T20 World Cup, signalling ambitious plans for the sport's development in the country.