Top 5 Bowlers in Asia Cup History: The Asia Cup 2025 will feature the T20 format, keeping the upcoming T20 World Cup 2026 in mind. The tournament starts on September 9 in the UAE and will feature 8 teams instead of 6, with Oman making their debut.
While the excitement grows, let’s look back at the top five bowling performances in Asia Cup history, where bowlers destroyed opponents with match-winning spells. Interestingly, three Indian bowlers are included in this elite list.
1. Ajantha Mendis – 6/13 vs India (2008)
The record for taking the most wickets in a match in the history of the Asia Cup is in the name of former Sri Lankan spinner Ajantha Mendis. He had achieved the record of taking the most wickets against Team India in 2008. Mendis’ record has stood for the last 17 years.
He had broken Team India’s batting record 17 years ago for just 13 runs. Mendis had dismissed 6 batsmen.
2. Mohammed Siraj – 6/21 vs Sri Lanka (2023)
In the 2023 Asia Cup final against Sri Lanka, India’s fast bowler Mohammed Siraj delivered a remarkable performance, taking 6 wickets for just 21 runs. His impressive pace and swing dismantled the Sri Lankan batting lineup, helping India secure the trophy in style.
3. Bhuvneshwar Kumar – 5/4 vs Afghanistan (2022)
In the 2022 Asia Cup, Indian swing bowler Bhuvneshwar Kumar recorded one of the most economical spells in tournament history. He dismissed 5 Afghan batters for just 4 runs, showing his class with the new ball. This remains one of the most memorable spells in T20 cricket.
4. Aaqib Javed – 5/19 vs India (1995)
Former Pakistan player Aaqib Javed is in fourth place among the bowlers who have taken the most wickets in a match in the Asia Cup. Aqib took 5 wickets for 19 runs against Team India in 1995. Aqib’s record was broken by Mendis after 13 years.
5. Arshad Ayub – 5/21 vs Pakistan (1989)
Former Indian spinner Arshad Ayub took 5 wickets for 21 runs against Pakistan in the 1989 Asia Cup. His disciplined bowling provided India a significant advantage, making him one of the early heroes of the competition.
These bowlers have written their names in Asia Cup history with their outstanding performances. As the Asia Cup 2025 begins, fans will be eager to see if a new bowler can break into this legendary list.
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