India and Japan will meet in their first men’s T20I on September 22 at Sano in Tochigi, with the Suzuki Cup launching celebrations for 75 years of diplomatic relations. The fixture is also part of Sport 75, promoting sporting ties.
Japan Cricket Association COO Alan Curr says the historic T20I against India could significantly raise cricket’s profile in Japan. The JCA has upgraded the Sano venue and hopes the match will attract more established cricket nations while strengthening grassroots development
