The most prestigious cricket competition based in the Asia Region is the Asia Cup, which is all set to begin its 17th edition in a few days. In the year 1984, the first-ever edition of the Asia Cup took place, and since then, the competition has become one of the major tournaments in the world.
Indian Cricket Team emerged as the Victor of the inaugural edition and went on to win the title 8 times. The top-rated teams, like India, Sri Lanka, Pakistan, Bangladesh, and Afghanistan, who are also full members of the ICC, featured in the competition.
The Asia Cup Tournament used to follow the ODI format till the 2014 edition; after that, the administrators introduced a new policy of alternative editions. Therefore, the excitement level of the participants is very high, and the forthcoming season will be in the T20I format.
Asia Cup Most Successful Team: Full Winners List Year by Year:
| Year | Winner | Runner-up | Format | Venue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1984 | India | Sri Lanka | ODI | Sharjah Cricket Stadium, Sharjah |
| 1986 | Sri Lanka | Pakistan | ODI | SSC Cricket Ground, Colombo |
| 1988 | India | Sri Lanka | ODI | Bangabandhu National Stadium, Dhaka |
| 1990-91 | India | Sri Lanka | ODI | Eden Gardens, Calcutta |
| 1995 | India | Sri Lanka | ODI | Sharjah Cricket Stadium, Sharjah |
| 1997 | Sri Lanka | India | ODI | R. Premadasa Stadium, Colombo |
| 2000 | Pakistan | Sri Lanka | ODI | Bangabandhu National Stadium, Dhaka |
| 2004 | Sri Lanka | India | ODI | R. Premadasa Stadium, Colombo |
| 2008 | Sri Lanka | India | ODI | National Stadium, Karachi |
| 2010 | India | Sri Lanka | ODI | Rangiri Dambulla International Stadium, Dambulla |
| 2012 | Pakistan | Bangladesh | ODI | Sher-e-Bangla National Stadium, Mirpur |
| 2014 | Sri Lanka | Pakistan | ODI | Sher-e-Bangla National Stadium, Mirpur |
| 2016 | India | Bangladesh | T20I | Sher-e-Bangla National Cricket Stadium, Mirpur |
| 2018 | India | Bangladesh | ODI | Dubai International Cricket Stadium, Dubai |
| 2022 | Sri Lanka | Pakistan | T20I | Dubai International Cricket Stadium, Dubai |
| 2023 | India | Sri Lanka | ODI | R. Premadasa Stadium, Colombo |
Which team is the most successful team in the Asia Cup? ( All Seasons)
A total of 16 editions of the Asia Cup have taken place so far, out of which the Indian cricket team managed to claim the title 8 times. On the other hand, the Sri Lankan national Side is standing at the second position with a whopping six titles, while Pakistan won the remaining two titles.
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Asia Cup 2025 edition: all you need to know:
The 2025 edition of the Asia Cup is likely to be more thrilling than ever with the addition of the two new teams to the tournament. Group B’s Hong Kong cricket team is gearing up to face the strong side of the team that takes on Afghanistan in the first game, which will take place on 9th September.
On 20th September 2025, the Asia Cup 2025 will enter the most exciting super four stage, where strong teams will compete. Dubai International Cricket Stadium is all set to host the most high-voltage and action-packed event, the final match, on 28th September.