Asian cup 2023
2023 Asia Cup Highlights:
The 2023 Asia Cup, in its 16th edition, promises a series of captivating One Day Internationals (ODIs) that will showcase the talents of six spirited participating teams. Pakistan and Sri Lanka have come together as co-hosts, marking a pioneering collaboration between nations. This Asia Cup is scheduled to take place during the vibrant months of August and September in 2023.
The reigning champions, Sri Lanka, are fully prepared to defend their coveted title. Notably, this edition of the Asia Cup represents the first occasion where multiple countries have joined hands to co-host the event. Pakistan will host four matches, while Sri Lanka will be the stage for the remaining nine thrilling encounters.
Event Details:
- Event Dates: 30 August – 17 September 2023
- Governing Body: Asian Cricket Council
- Cricket Style: One Day International (ODI)
- Tournament Format: Group Stage and Grand Final
- Host Countries: Pakistan and Sri Lanka
- Number of Participating Teams: 6
- Total Matches: 13
Among the esteemed participants in the tournament are the five full members of the Asian Cricket Council: Afghanistan, Bangladesh, India, Pakistan, and Sri Lanka. Joining them is Nepal, who secured their spot by emerging victorious in the 2023 ACC Men's Premier Cup. This marks Nepal's debut in the ACC Asia Cup, having qualified for the event for the very first time.
In January 2023, the Asian Cricket Council (ACC) unveiled the event's pathway structure and calendar for 2023 and 2024. The announcement confirmed the schedule and framework of the upcoming tournament. Originally slated for 2021, the event was rescheduled to 2023 due to the global COVID-19 pandemic. The fixture list for the competition was officially revealed on the 19th of July, 2023.
Tournament Format:
The structure and groups for the competition were unveiled on the 9th of January 2023. The six participating teams were divided into two groups of three. A total of 13 thrilling matches are on the docket, encompassing six league matches, six Super 4 matches, and culminating in a climactic final showdown.
Group A comprises India, Pakistan, and Nepal, all of whom earned their positions through the 2023 ACC Men's Premier Cup. In Group B, the defending champions, Sri Lanka, will face off against Bangladesh and Afghanistan. The top two teams from each group will advance to the Super 4 stage, where they'll vie for supremacy. Subsequently, the crème de la crème from this stage will engage in an electrifying championship match.
In terms of seeding, Pakistan and India are designated as A1 and A2, respectively, while Bangladesh and Sri Lanka are honored as B1 and B2. Notably, should Nepal and Afghanistan qualify for the Super 4 stage, they will step in to fill the slot of the team eliminated from either Group A (Pakistan or India) or Group B (Sri Lanka or Bangladesh).
Group A Standings:
| Pos | Team | Pld | W | L | T | NR | BP | Pts | NRR |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Pakistan (H) | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | — | — |
| 2 | India | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | — | — |
| 3 | Nepal | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | — | — |
First match(es) will be played on 30 August 2023. Source: ACC (H) Host Advances to Super Four
Group A Fixtures:
| Date | Match | Venue |
|---|---|---|
| 30 August 2023 | Nepal v Pakistan | Multan Cricket Stadium, Multan |
| 2 September 2023 | India v Pakistan | Pallekele International Cricket Stadium, Kandy |
| 4 September 2023 | India v Nepal | Pallekele International Cricket Stadium, Kandy |
Group B Standings:
| Pos | Team | Pld | W | L | T | NR | BP | Pts | NRR |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Sri Lanka (H) | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | — | — |
| 2 | Bangladesh | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | — | — |
| 3 | Afghanistan | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | — | — |
First match(es) will be played on 31 August 2023. Source: ACC (H) Host Advances to Super Four
Group B Fixtures:
| Date | Match | Venue |
|---|---|---|
| 31 August 2023 | Bangladesh v Sri Lanka | Pallekele International Cricket Stadium, Kandy |
| 3 September 2023 | Afghanistan v Bangladesh | Gaddafi Stadium, Lahore |
| 5 September 2023 | Afghanistan v Sri Lanka | Gaddafi Stadium, Lahore |
Super Four Standings:
| Pos | Team | Pld | W | L | NR | Pts | NRR |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | A1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | — | — |
| 2 | A2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | — | — |
| 3 | B1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | — | — |
| 4 | B2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | — | — |
First match(es) will be played on 6 September 2023. Source: ACC Advances to Final
Super Four Fixtures:
| Date | Match | Venue |
|---|---|---|
| 6 September 2023 | A1 v B2 | Gaddafi Stadium, Lahore |
| 9 September 2023 | B1 v B2 | R. Premadasa Stadium, Colombo |
| 10 September 2023 | A1 v A2 | R. Premadasa Stadium, Colombo |
| 12 September 2023 | A2 v B1 | R. Premadasa Stadium, Colombo |
| 14 September 2023 | A1 v B1 | R. Premadasa Stadium, Colombo |
| 15 September 2023 | A2 v B2 | R. Premadasa Stadium, Colombo |
Final:
| Date | Match | Venue |
|---|---|---|
| 17 September 2023 | Super 4s-1 v Super 4s-2 | R. Premadasa Stadium, Colombo |
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