The Asia Cup 2023 Final in Colombo on September 17 was a gripping contest between two in-form sides. Both teams entered the match with strong momentum, backed by standout performances throughout the tournament. Yet, the final defied expectations, unfolding at a pace rarely seen in tournament history and delivering a result that became the talk of the cricket world.
This article will provide you with all the details regarding the 2023 ACC Men’s Asia Cup final scorecard, which is played in ODI format. You will get Asia Cup 2023 final highlights, teams, and other important details.
Asia Cup Final 2023
The Asia Cup Final 2023 was a one-sided contest, played between India and Sri Lanka. India registered victory by 10 wickets to claim their 8th Asia Cup title. Played on September 17, 2023, in Colombo, the match was over in just 21.3 overs, making Asia Cup 2023 one of the shortest finals in ODI history.
After winning the toss and choosing to bat, Lankan players struggled against the new ball, losing wickets in quick succession, and finishing their innings at just 50 runs in 15.2 overs. Indian pacer Mohmmed Siraj picked up 6 wickets for 21 runs, dismantling the batting lineup almost single-handedly.
In response, the chase was completed in only 6.1 overs without the loss of a wicket, making it one of the shortest and most one-sided finals in Asia Cup history.
Asia Cup Final 2023 Scorecard
| Sri Lanka Scorecard | ||
| Batsman | Runs | Balls |
| Pathum Nissanka | 2 | 4 |
| Kusal Perera | 0 | 2 |
| Kusal Mendis (wk) | 17 | 34 |
| Sadeera Samarawickrama | 0 | 2 |
| Charith Asalanka | 0 | 1 |
| Dhananjaya de Silva | 4 | 2 |
| Dasun Shanaka (c) | 0 | 4 |
| Dunith Wellalage | 8 | 21 |
| Dushan Hemantha | 13 | 15 |
| Pramod Madushan | 1 | 6 |
| Matheesha Pathirana | 0 | 1 |
| India Scorecard | ||
| Batsman | Runs | Balls |
| Ishan Kishan | 23 | 18 |
| Shubman Gill | 27 | 19 |
Asia Cup 2023 Final Highlights
- Final Date: September 17, 2023
- Venue: Premadasa Stadium, Colombo
- Teams: India vs Sri Lanka
- Toss: Sri Lanka won, elected to bat
- Sri Lanka Innings: All out for 50 in 15.2 overs
- Top Bowler: Mohammed Siraj – 6/21
- India Innings: 51/0 in 6.1 overs
- Result: India won by 10 wickets
- Player of the Match: Mohammed Siraj
Who Won Asia Cup 2023
India won the Asia Cup 2023 by defeating Sri Lanka in a one-sided final match held on September 17, 2023, in Colombo. Sri Lanka were bowled out for just 50 runs, with Mohammed Siraj taking 6 wickets for 21 runs. India chased the target in 6.1 overs, winning their eighth Asia Cup title. As the 2025 edition approaches, you can check the Asia Cup winners list since 1984 to find out who won and when.
Asia Cup 2023 Teams
Asia Cup 2023 featured six teams: India, Pakistan, Sri Lanka, Afghanistan, Bangladesh, and Nepal. The teams are divided into two groups: group A and group B. Group A consists of India, Pakistan, and Nepal while Group B comprises Sri Lanka, Bangladesh, and Afghanistan. The top four teams made it to the Super 4 (Ind, SL, BAN, and PAK).
Asia Cup 2023 Final India vs Sri Lanka
In 2023 Asia Cup final, India clashed against Sri Lanka on September 17 in Colombo. Sri Lanka bowled out for just 50 runs in 15.2 overs, scoring their lowest total in an ODI final. Mohammed Siraj starred with the ball, taking 6 wickets for 21 runs. The chase was completed in only 6.1 overs without losing a wicket, making it one of the most dominant finals in Asia Cup history.
