Live streaming: Asian Games 2018 opening ceremony - when and where to watch, live coverage on TV in India

The Asian Games 2018 will be the 18th edition of the continental sporting extravaganza which started back in 1951.

The 18th edition of the Asian Games will kickoff on August 18 and it will be the 18th edition of the continental sporting extravaganza which started back in 1951.

The Asian Games 2018 will be the 18th edition of the continental sporting extravaganza which started back in 1951. (REUTERS)

This edition will be held from 18th August to 2nd September 2018 and will be hosted by the two Indonesian cities of Jakarta and Palembang, the first time in history that two cities are hosting the event.

This particular edition will host around 10,000 athletes from 45 countries, who will compete in 58 disciplines. Indonesia will be hosting the Asian Games for the second time after the Jakarta Asian Games in 1962.

The opening and closing ceremonies of the games will be held at the Gelora Bung Karno Main Stadium in Jakarta. The star-studded opening ceremony is expected to include Indonesian artists Anggun, Raisa, Tulus, Edo Kondologit, Putri Ayu, Fatin, GAC, Kamasean and Via Vallen.

Where will the Asian Games 2018 opening ceremony be held?

The Asian Games 2018 opening ceremony will be held at the Gelora Bung Karno Main Stadium, Jakarta

What time will the Asian Games 2018 opening ceremony begin?

The Asian Games 2018 opening ceremony will start at 5:30 PM IST.

What channel will the Asian Games 2018 opening ceremony be shown on?

The Asian Games 2018 opening ceremony will be shown on Sony Ten 1, Sony Ten 2 and Sony ESPN.

Where is live streaming of the Asian Games 2018 opening ceremony available?

Live streaming of the Asian Games 2018 opening ceremony is available on Sony Liv. You can also find live updates for the same at https://www.hindustantimes.com/asian-games-2018/