The 19th edition of the Asian Games is about to kick off in Hangzhou, China, on September 23. The spectacular opening ceremony will take place at the Hangzhou Olympic Sports Center Stadium, affectionately referred to as the Big Lotus.

This state-of-the-art stadium, originally constructed for football in 2018, can accommodate an impressive 80,000 spectators.

The Asian Games 2023 opening ceremony promises to be a captivating fusion of China’s rich cultural heritage and its contemporary spirit. This show will incorporate cutting-edge elements like artificial intelligence and eco-friendly technology.

Turning our focus to India, the Indian Olympic Association (IOA) has proudly introduced the joint flag bearers for the forthcoming Asian Games in Hangzhou. Leading the charge for the record-breaking contingent of 655 Indian athletes will be Harmanpreet Singh, captain of the hockey team, and Lovlina Borgohain, an Olympic bronze medalist in boxing.

Harmanpreet Singh, celebrated globally for his prowess as one of hockey’s finest drag-flickers, recently earned a bronze medal at the Tokyo Olympics, ending India’s 41-year drought in Olympic hockey medals.

On the other hand, Lovlina Borgohain secured a bronze medal at the Tokyo Olympics in the 69kg boxing category and followed it up with a gold medal in the 75kg category at the World Women’s Boxing Championship in New Delhi.

With the Asian Games hosting the largest-ever Indian delegation, this event is a critical test for the country’s athletes, particularly as they prepare for the 2024 Paris Olympics, according to PTI reports.

For those eager to catch the Asian Games 2023 opening ceremony live, you can tune in to SonyLiv for the livestream. Alternatively, you can watch the live telecast on Sony Sports Ten 2 SD & HD, as well as Sony Sports Ten 3 SD & HD (Hindi) TV channels. The event will commence at 5:30 PM (Indian Standard Time), and it promises to be a highly-anticipated spectacle.