Asia Cup Winners
The Asia Cup has been one of the most prestigious cricket tournaments in the continent, bringing together top Asian teams since its start in 1984. Over the years, India, Sri Lanka, and Pakistan have shared the glory, each leaving their mark with memorable performances. Here’s a year-by-year look at all the Asia Cup champions and their journey to the title.
Asia Cup winning teams by year (ODI + T20I combined):
1984 – India 🏆
India lifted the inaugural Asia Cup in Sharjah, defeating Sri Lanka in the final.
1986 – Sri Lanka 🏆
Sri Lanka claimed their first title at home, overcoming Pakistan in the final.
1988 – India 🏆
India retained the trophy in Dhaka, beating Sri Lanka in the final clash.
1990–91 – India 🏆
India made it three titles, winning against Sri Lanka in Kolkata.
1995 – India 🏆
India continued dominance, securing the title in Sharjah over Sri Lanka.
1997 – Sri Lanka 🏆
Sri Lanka edged India in Colombo to win their second Asia Cup crown.
2000 – Pakistan 🏆
Pakistan won their maiden title in Dhaka, defeating Sri Lanka.
2004 – Sri Lanka 🏆
Sri Lanka clinched another trophy at home, with India as runners-up.
2008 – Sri Lanka 🏆
Sri Lanka defeated India in Karachi to take home their 4th Asia Cup.
2010 – India 🏆
India lifted the cup in Dambulla, defeating Sri Lanka in the final.
2012 – Pakistan 🏆
Pakistan won their 2nd title, narrowly beating Bangladesh in Mirpur.
2014 – Sri Lanka 🏆
Sri Lanka outclassed Pakistan in Dhaka to secure their 5th title.
2016 (T20I) – India 🏆
India won the first-ever T20I Asia Cup, defeating Bangladesh in Dhaka.
2018 – India 🏆
India beat Bangladesh in a last-ball thriller in Dubai to claim the crown.
2022 (T20I) – Sri Lanka 🏆
Sri Lanka surprised many by beating Pakistan in the Dubai final.
2023 – India 🏆
India crushed Sri Lanka in Colombo to claim their record 8th Asia Cup.