Asia Cup 2025 Records & Stats | Full List of Batting, Bowling & Team Milestones
The Asia Cup has always been more than just a cricket tournament—it is a showcase of rivalries, performances, and moments that define Asian cricket. From Sachin Tendulkar’s masterclasses to Muttiah Muralitharan’s magic, from Virat Kohli’s iconic 183 to Lasith Malinga’s toe-crushers, the competition has delivered statistics that are etched in cricket’s collective memory.
The 2025 Asia Cup, being played in the UAE, has once again put the spotlight on records and numbers. For fans, journalists, and analysts, statistics offer a way to understand not just who won, but how and why. This article highlights the most important all-time records, tournament stats, and Asia Cup 2025 live numbers that every cricket follower should know.
All-Time Asia Cup Records
Most Runs in Asia Cup History
| Rank | Player | Country | Runs | Matches | Highest Score |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Sanath Jayasuriya | Sri Lanka | 1,220 | 25 | 130 |
| 2 | Kumar Sangakkara | Sri Lanka | 1,075 | 26 | 121 |
| 3 | Sachin Tendulkar | India | 971 | 23 | 114 |
| 4 | Rohit Sharma | India | 939 | 27 | 111* |
| 5 | Mushfiqur Rahim | Bangladesh | 830 | 25 | 144 |
🔹 Insight: Jayasuriya’s 1,220 runs underline his dominance at the top. Among active players, Rohit Sharma and Virat Kohli are closest to challenging the all-time leaders.
Most Wickets in Asia Cup History
| Rank | Player | Country | Wickets | Matches | Best Bowling |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Muttiah Muralitharan | Sri Lanka | 30 | 24 | 5/31 |
| 2 | Lasith Malinga | Sri Lanka | 29 | 14 | 5/34 |
| 3 | Ajantha Mendis | Sri Lanka | 26 | 8 | 6/13 |
| 4 | Saeed Ajmal | Pakistan | 25 | 12 | 3/26 |
| 5 | Chaminda Vaas | Sri Lanka | 23 | 19 | 3/30 |
🔹 Insight: The list reflects Sri Lanka’s long-standing bowling supremacy in the Asia Cup. Muralitharan’s 30 wickets may remain unchallenged for years.
Highest Individual Score
- Virat Kohli — 183 vs Pakistan (2012)
This remains the benchmark for batting brilliance in the Asia Cup. Kohli’s innings under pressure is often regarded as one of the finest ODI knocks of all time.
Best Bowling Figures
- Ajantha Mendis — 6/13 vs India (2008)
This spell not only won Sri Lanka the match but also announced Mendis as a mystery spinner on the global stage.
Asia Cup Tournament Records
Most Runs in a Single Edition
- Sanath Jayasuriya — 378 runs (1997)
- Virat Kohli — 357 runs (2012)
Most Wickets in a Single Edition
- Ajantha Mendis — 17 wickets (2008)
Highest Team Total
- India — 374/4 vs Hong Kong (2008)
Fastest Fifty
- Several T20 Asia Cup editions have produced lightning fifties in under 20 balls, reflecting the explosive batting trend in modern cricket.
Asia Cup 2025 — Early Snapshot
Match Highlights
- Afghanistan vs Hong Kong (Sept 9, 2025, Abu Dhabi)
Afghanistan posted 188/6, powered by Sediqullah Atal’s 73* and Azmatullah Omarzai’s 53 off 21 balls. They bowled Hong Kong out for 94, winning by 94 runs. - India vs UAE (Sept 11, 2025, Dubai)
India chased down UAE’s target in just 4.3 overs, winning by 9 wickets with 93 balls to spare. This record-breaking chase gave India a massive Net Run Rate (NRR) advantage.
Top Run-Scorers (as of Sept 12, 2025)
| Player | Team | Matches | Runs | Strike Rate |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sediqullah Atal | Afghanistan | 1 | 73* | 140.3 |
| Azmatullah Omarzai | Afghanistan | 1 | 53 | 252.3 |
| Alishan Sharafu | UAE | 1 | 22 | 129.4 |
| Suryakumar Yadav | India | 1 | 7* | 350.0* |
Top Wicket-Takers (as of Sept 12, 2025)
| Player | Team | Matches | Wickets | Best Figures |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Kuldeep Yadav | India | 1 | 4 | 4/— |
| Afghanistan bowlers (collective) | Afghanistan | 1 | Multiple | — |
Key Trends to Watch in Asia Cup 2025
- India’s dominance in NRR — their 4.3-over chase could be the decisive factor in group qualification.
- Afghanistan’s rising stars — Atal and Omarzai have already made headlines.
- Spin impact — UAE pitches continue to favor wrist-spinners like Kuldeep Yadav and Rashid Khan.
- Head-to-head hype — India vs Pakistan remains the most anticipated clash, with historic stats leaning toward India.
Conclusion
The Asia Cup is where legends are made and rivalries peak. Records from past tournaments—Jayasuriya’s runs, Mendis’ wickets, Kohli’s 183—still echo in cricketing memory. But Asia Cup 2025 is already creating new headlines: Afghanistan’s statement win, India’s record chase, and individual brilliance from rising stars.
As the tournament progresses, more records will be shattered and fresh heroes will emerge. For fans and analysts alike, keeping track of these statistics is the best way to appreciate the story behind every match.
