The Asia Cup 2024, marking the 16th edition of the esteemed tournament, is scheduled to unfold in Pakistan, spotlighting the One Day International (ODI) format.
Commencing on August 30, 2024, the official schedule for this event has been unveiled by the Asian Cricket Council (ACC) and can be conveniently downloaded in PDF format from their official website. The prior iteration of the Asia Cup witnessed Sri Lanka triumph as they clinched the title by prevailing over Pakistan in a gripping final encounter.
The 2023 Asia Cup itinerary encompasses a total of 13 high-stakes matches. While Pakistan is designated to host four matches, the remaining nine will gracefully unfold in the picturesque venues of Sri Lanka. An innovative hybrid model is being embraced to orchestrate the ODI Asia Cup duels.
The annals of the Asia Cup bear witness to remarkable records etched in both the T20 and ODI formats.
The competing teams in the Asia Cup 2023 have been thoughtfully allocated to two groups.
Group A proudly accommodates India, Pakistan, and Nepal, while
Group B showcases the formidable prowess of Sri Lanka, Bangladesh, and Afghanistan.
The grand event shall see the spirited participation of a total of six accomplished teams.
In a unique hosting arrangement, the Asia Cup 2023 will be jointly executed by Pakistan and Sri Lanka. It’s crucial to acknowledge that, given prevailing circumstances, India is refraining from engaging in matches on Pakistani soil.
Anticipating the avid interest of fans, live streaming avenues are poised to captivate global audiences with the riveting action of the Asia Cup 2023.
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Asia Cup 2023 Schedule, Asia Cup Fixtures, Results
As the tournament inches closer, enthusiasts of the gentleman’s game can keenly await the detailed unveiling of the comprehensive schedule and fixtures, diligently organized by the esteemed Asian Cricket Council.
| Date | Match Details | Venue | Time | Result |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Aug 30 | Pakistan vs Nepal, 1st Match, Group A | Multan Cricket Stadium, Multan | 02:30 PM | |
| Aug 31 | Bangladesh vs Sri Lanka, 2nd Match, Group B | Pallekele International Cricket Stadium, Pallekele | 02:30 PM | |
| Sep 02 | Pakistan vs India, 3rd Match, Group A | Pallekele International Cricket Stadium, Pallekele | 02:30 PM | |
| Sep 03 | Bangladesh vs Afghanistan, 4th Match, Group B | Gaddafi Stadium, Lahore | 02:30 PM | |
| Sep 04 | India vs Nepal, 5th Match, Group A | Pallekele International Cricket Stadium, Pallekele | 02:30 PM | |
| Sep 05 | Afghanistan vs Sri Lanka, 6th Match, Group B | Gaddafi Stadium, Lahore | 02:30 PM | |
| Sep 06 | A1 vs B2, Super Fours, 1st Match | Gaddafi Stadium, Lahore | 02:30 PM | |
| Sep 09 | B1 vs B2, Super Fours, 2nd Match | R.Premadasa Stadium, Colombo | 02:30 PM | |
| Sep 10 | A1 vs A2, Super Fours, 3rd Match | R.Premadasa Stadium, Colombo | 02:30 PM | |
| Sep 12 | A2 vs B1, Super Fours, 4th Match | R.Premadasa Stadium, Colombo | 02:30 PM | |
| Sep 14 | A1 vs B1, Super Fours, 5th Match | R.Premadasa Stadium, Colombo | 02:30 PM | |
| Sep 15 | A2 vs B2, Super Fours, 6th Match | R.Premadasa Stadium, Colombo | 02:30 PM | |
| Sep 17 | TBC vs TBC, Final | R.Premadasa Stadium, Colombo | 02:30 PM |
Pakistan Vs India Asia Cup 2023
In what promises to be a riveting clash, two cricketing giants, India and Pakistan, are set to face off in the Asia Cup 2023.
The much-anticipated tournament is scheduled to kick off on August 30, 2023, and will witness a historic shift with a hybrid model of hosting. Pakistan and Sri Lanka will jointly host the event, marking Pakistan’s first time hosting since 2008.
The decision for the hybrid model arose due to the Board of Control for Cricket in India’s (BCCI) refusal to send the Indian cricket team to Pakistan for the tournament. After extensive negotiations involving the Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) and the Asian Cricket Council (ACC), it was agreed that Pakistan would remain a host while Sri Lanka would also host a portion of the matches.
The tournament’s schedule has been unveiled by the ACC, detailing Pakistan’s role as hosts for four matches, including three group stage games and a super fours match. The remaining matches, along with the grand finale, will be held in Sri Lanka. The Asia Cup 2023 is set to run from August 30 to September 17, with Multan hosting the opening match and Colombo preparing for the final showdown.
Of immense interest is the match between arch-rivals India vs Pakistan, scheduled for September 2nd, 2023, at the Pallekele Cricket Stadium in Kandy, Sri Lanka. This high-stakes encounter will be followed by India’s game against Nepal on September 4th at the same venue.
The Squads
The Indian squad for the Asia Cup 2023 was revealed on August 21, 2023.
India’s Squad:
- Rohit Sharma
- Virat Kohli
- Shubman Gill
- Shreyas Iyer
- KL Rahul
- Suryakumar Yadav
- Tilak Varma
- Ishan Kishan
- Hardik Pandya
- Ravindra Jadeja
- Akshar Patel
- Shardul Thakur
- Prasidh Krishna
- Mohammed Siraj
- Jasprit Bumrah
- Kuldeep Yadav
- Mohammad Shami
- Traveling reserve: Sanju Samson.
The Pakistani squad also boasts some surprises. Notably, Imad Wasim is missing from the list, while Faheem Ashraf makes a return after two years. Tayyab Tahir, recognized for his performance in the Emerging Team’s Asia Cup event, also secured a spot.
Pakistan’s Squad:
- Babar Azam (c)
- Abdullah Shafique
- Fakhar Zaman
- Imam-ul-Haq
- Salman Ali Agha
- Iftikhar Ahmed
- Tayyab Tahir
- Mohammad Rizwan
- Mohammad Haris
- Shadab Khan
- Mohammad Nawaz
- Usama Mir
- Faheem Ashraf
- Haris Rauf
- Mohammad Wasim Jnr
- Naseem Shah
- Shaheen Afridi