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‘There is always pressure’: Shreyas Iyer on India’s Asian Games gold-medal expectations

India's cricket squad is acknowledging the weight of championship expectations as they prepare for the 2026 Asian Games, though leadership remains unfazed by weather disruptions in Japan. Heavy downpours have repeatedly interfered with training sessions at Karogi Athletic Park and altered previous fixtures, but the skipper insists that environmental factors remain secondary to on-field execution.

Ahead of a quarterfinal matchup against Afghanistan in Nisshin, the team is guarding against complacency after earlier encounters with local sides highlighted unpredictable pitch conditions.

While acknowledging that representing the nation brings inherent demands to secure the top podium spot, the captain views this scrutiny as a constructive motivator rather than a distraction. Instead of dwelling on potential outcomes or past bilateral victories, the group is prioritizing rapid adaptability to unfamiliar surfaces.

Management maintains that maintaining professional discipline and mental readiness will be critical for navigating the unpredictable tournament environment.

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