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5th Match • Asian Games in Japan Men's

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9/1 (2.5)
Japan opt to bowl
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P'SHIP 2 (3)
CRR 3.18
BATTER R B 4s 6s SR
Sundeep Jora * 1 2 0 0 50
Aasif Sheikh 3 3 0 0 100
BOWLER O R M W ER
Reo Sakurano Thomas 1.5 6 0 1 3
2.5
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Reo Sakurano-Thomas to Sundeep Jora, no run
2.4
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Reo Sakurano-Thomas to Aasif Sheikh, 1 run
2.3
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Reo Sakurano-Thomas to Sundeep Jora, 1 run
2.2
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Reo Sakurano-Thomas to Kushal Bhurtel, Out! Caught by Alex Shirai Patmore
2.1
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Reo Sakurano-Thomas to Aasif Sheikh, 1 run
2.1
Wd
Reo Sakurano-Thomas to Aasif Sheikh, 1 wide
End of over 2 (3 runs)
Kushal Bhurtel 4 (11)
Aasif Sheikh 1 (1)
NEP 5/0
Charlie Hara Hinze 1-0-3-0
1.6
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Charlie Hara Hinze to Kushal Bhurtel, no run
1.5
2
Charlie Hara Hinze to Kushal Bhurtel, 2 runs
1.4
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Charlie Hara Hinze to Kushal Bhurtel, no run
1.3
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Charlie Hara Hinze to Kushal Bhurtel, no run
1.2
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Charlie Hara Hinze to Kushal Bhurtel, no run
1.1
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Charlie Hara Hinze to Aasif Sheikh, 1 run
End of over 1 (2 runs)
Kushal Bhurtel 2 (6)
Aasif Sheikh 0 (0)
NEP 2/0
Reo Sakurano Thomas 1-0-2-0
0.6
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Reo Sakurano-Thomas to Kushal Bhurtel, no run
0.5
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Reo Sakurano-Thomas to Kushal Bhurtel, no run
0.4
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Reo Sakurano-Thomas to Kushal Bhurtel, no run
0.3
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Reo Sakurano-Thomas to Kushal Bhurtel, 2 runs
0.2
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Reo Sakurano-Thomas to Kushal Bhurtel, no run
0.1
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Reo Sakurano-Thomas to Kushal Bhurtel, no run

Live Match Summary

Japan and Nepal met in 5th Match of Asian Games in Japan Men's, and the contest unfolded as a tactical battle rather than a straightforward run chase. Both teams traded momentum in phases, with each spell and partnership shaping the result. The batting effort was built on situational awareness, with players adapting to phase-wise scoring demands. Bowling remained the strategic heartbeat, with wicket-taking intent balanced against run containment. Ball-by-ball updates reflected a game of momentum waves, from attacking bursts to pressure-releasing singles and smart strike rotation. Key match-defining phases included: 2.2: Reo Sakurano-Thomas to Kushal Bhurtel, Out! Caught by Alex Shirai Patmore. The turning point arrived at 2.2 when Reo Sakurano-Thomas to Kushal Bhurtel, Out! Caught by Alex Shirai Patmore. That single moment shifted momentum, forced tactical recalculations, and changed the run-scoring pattern for both sides. By the final phase, game management became as important as shot-making: strike rotation, matchup-based bowling changes, and field settings in boundary zones had a direct impact on the closing overs. What makes this result meaningful is not just the scoreline (Japan opt to bowl), but how the match narrative evolved ball by ball. The winning side absorbed pressure, identified high-value overs, and executed cleaner under stress. For fans searching this fixture, this hub combines live score, full scorecard, player performances, turning-point analysis, and searchable commentary to present the complete story of how the result was built.

Key Moments

  • 2.2: Reo Sakurano-Thomas to Kushal Bhurtel, Out! Caught by Alex Shirai Patmore

Turning Point of Match

The turning point arrived at 2.2 when Reo Sakurano-Thomas to Kushal Bhurtel, Out! Caught by Alex Shirai Patmore. That single moment shifted momentum, forced tactical recalculations, and changed the run-scoring pattern for both sides.

Ball-by-ball Commentary

2.5 0 Reo Sakurano-Thomas to Sundeep Jora, no run

2.4 1 Reo Sakurano-Thomas to Aasif Sheikh, 1 run

2.3 1 Reo Sakurano-Thomas to Sundeep Jora, 1 run

2.2 W Reo Sakurano-Thomas to Kushal Bhurtel, Out! Caught by Alex Shirai Patmore

2.1 1 Reo Sakurano-Thomas to Aasif Sheikh, 1 run

2.1 Wd Reo Sakurano-Thomas to Aasif Sheikh, 1 wide

End of over 2 (3 runs)
Kushal Bhurtel 4 (11)
Aasif Sheikh 1 (1)
NEP 5/0
Charlie Hara Hinze 1-0-3-0

1.6 0 Charlie Hara Hinze to Kushal Bhurtel, no run

1.5 2 Charlie Hara Hinze to Kushal Bhurtel, 2 runs

1.4 0 Charlie Hara Hinze to Kushal Bhurtel, no run

1.3 0 Charlie Hara Hinze to Kushal Bhurtel, no run

1.2 0 Charlie Hara Hinze to Kushal Bhurtel, no run

1.1 1 Charlie Hara Hinze to Aasif Sheikh, 1 run

End of over 1 (2 runs)
Kushal Bhurtel 2 (6)
Aasif Sheikh 0 (0)
NEP 2/0
Reo Sakurano Thomas 1-0-2-0

0.6 0 Reo Sakurano-Thomas to Kushal Bhurtel, no run

0.5 0 Reo Sakurano-Thomas to Kushal Bhurtel, no run

0.4 0 Reo Sakurano-Thomas to Kushal Bhurtel, no run

0.3 2 Reo Sakurano-Thomas to Kushal Bhurtel, 2 runs

0.2 0 Reo Sakurano-Thomas to Kushal Bhurtel, no run

0.1 0 Reo Sakurano-Thomas to Kushal Bhurtel, no run

Frequently Asked Questions

When does the Japan vs Nepal 5th Match match start?
The Japan vs Nepal 5th Match match is scheduled to start on Saturday, 26th September 2026 at 5:30 AM (local time).

What is the Japan vs Nepal 5th Match?
Japan vs Nepal is the 5th Match of the 2026 season. Follow live score, full scorecard and ball-by-ball commentary on CricRed.

Where can I watch Japan vs Nepal live score?
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Tournament: Asian Games in Japan Men's