Rishabh Pant shares video, wishes Indian team luck at Asian Games 2026

The Asian Games 2026 began in Japan today, with the Indian contingent fully prepared for the event. Amid the buildup, Indian cricket team's star wicketkeeper-batter Rishabh Pant shared a video on his social media account wishing the Indian athletes well.

In the video posted from his official social media handle, Pant expressed his excitement about the Asian Games. He said, "I am very eager to watch the upcoming Asian Games and see the Indian athletes perform. Every player representing our country has worked hard. So through this entire competition, all of us should come together and stand firmly with our athletes and boost their morale."

Pant's video has drawn a huge response from fans on social media, with support and good wishes pouring in for the Indian team from across the country. Through the video, Pant appealed to sports lovers nationwide to cheer on all Indian athletes and support them wholeheartedly.

This year's Asian Games, the 20th edition, is being held in Japan. The competition features a total of 43 different sports, with thousands of top athletes from across Asia competing for medals. This edition promises to be especially exciting, with India taking part in various sports at this major event.

Meanwhile, women's cricket matches are also underway at the Asian Games 2026. The quarterfinal round of the competition has concluded, with four teams advancing to the semifinals after strong performances. In the first semifinal, India will face Bangladesh. Both teams are ready for the match. Notably, the two sides had previously met in the semifinal of the Asia Cup, where the Indian team had recorded a strong win.