Asia Cup 2023: Best Bowling Figures in Asia Cup History

With the Asia Cup 2023 right around the corner, some of the world’s best teams from the continent would look to go head-to-head to clinch the coveted title. Over the years, the fans have been treated to many spectacles during the matches. From the explosive knocks from the batters in the T20I format to the bowling masterclasses in the ODI format 

It is safe to say that the Asia Cup does not fail to disappoint. Over the years, there have been many bowlers who have dazzled with their performances in the tournament, and continuing upon the same, let us have a look at some of the best bowling figures in the Asia Cup.  

Talking about the ODI format of the Asia Cup, there have been several instances where the bowlers have dismantled the batting attack of their opponents. The best-ever bowling figures recorded in the ODI Asia Cup, came back in the 2008 Asia Cup final, when Ajantha Mendis took six wickets and conceded just 13 runs against India.  The second-best bowling figures were recorded in the 2023 Asia Cup final, when Mohammed Siraj took six wickets for 21 runs against Sri Lanka.

Furthermore, there have been many bowlers who registered fabulous numbers in the ODI Asia Cup. Aaqib Javed in 1995 against India (5/19), Arshad Ayub in 1988 against Pakistan (5/21); and many more. 

On the other hand, the T20I format of the Asia Cup has also produced many sensational bowling performances over the years. Veteran Indian pacer Bhuvneshwar Kumar currently holds the record for the best bowling figures in the T20I format of the Asia Cup. When India took on Afghanistan in the T20I Asia Cup in 2022, Kumar took a fifer and conceded just four runs in the process.  

Names like Shadab Khan, Mohammed Nabi, and Lasith Malinga are some of the other players who have registered mesmerizing bowling figures in the T20I Asia Cup.

Best Bowling Figures in ODI Asia Cup

Best Bowling Figures in T20I Asia Cup

*Last updated on 17th September 2023