India has been the most successful team in the history of the Asia Cup, winning the title eight times since the tournament began in 1984. The Men in Blue have shown their dominance in both ODI and T20I formats, consistently defeating top Asian teams like Sri Lanka and Pakistan.
Let’s take a closer look at India’s Asia Cup journey.
India’s Asia Cup Wins – Year-wise Summary
| Year | Format | Opponent in Final | Result | Host Country |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1984 | ODI | Sri Lanka | India won (round-robin) | UAE |
| 1988 | ODI | Sri Lanka | Won by 6 wickets | Bangladesh |
| 1990–91 | ODI | Sri Lanka | Won by 7 wickets | India |
| 1995 | ODI | Sri Lanka | Won by 8 wickets | UAE |
| 2010 | ODI | Sri Lanka | Won by 81 runs | Sri Lanka |
| 2016 | T20I | Bangladesh | Won by 8 wickets | Bangladesh |
| 2018 | ODI | Bangladesh | Won by 3 wickets | UAE |
| 2023 | ODI | Sri Lanka | Won by 10 wickets | Pakistan/Sri Lanka |
Total Asia Cup India Titles: 8
Formats won in: 6 ODI titles + 2 T20I titles
Highlights of India’s Asia Cup History
- First Win: India won the inaugural Asia Cup in 1984 under Sunil Gavaskar’s captaincy.
- Back-to-Back Wins: India won three consecutive titles in 1988, 1990–91, and 1995.
- T20I Success: India is the only team to have won both ODI and T20I versions of the Asia Cup.
- Biggest Win: In 2023, India bowled out Sri Lanka for just 50 runs and chased the target in 6.1 overs — one of the most one-sided Asia Cup finals ever.
India’s Performance in Asia Cup (All Editions)
| Edition | Year | Result |
|---|---|---|
| 1st | 1984 | 🏆 Champions |
| 2nd | 1986 | Did Not Play |
| 3rd | 1988 | 🏆 Champions |
| 4th | 1990-91 | 🏆 Champions |
| 5th | 1995 | 🏆 Champions |
| 6th | 1997 | Runners-up |
| 7th | 2000 | Group Stage |
| 8th | 2004 | Runners-up |
| 9th | 2008 | Runners-up |
| 10th | 2010 | 🏆 Champions |
| 11th | 2012 | Group Stage |
| 12th | 2014 | Group Stage |
| 13th | 2016 | 🏆 Champions |
| 14th | 2018 | 🏆 Champions |
| 15th | 2022 | Super Four |
| 16th | 2023 | 🏆 Champions |
| 17th | 2025 | TBD |
Quick Facts
- India is the only team to win three consecutive Asia Cup titles (1988, 1990–91, 1995).
- India holds the record for most Asia Cup titles (8).
- Key captains during India’s wins include Sunil Gavaskar, MS Dhoni, and Rohit Sharma.
Read more: – India Squad for Asia Cup 2025
The Asia Cup 2025 is currently being held in the UAE in T20 format, with India placed in Group A alongside Pakistan, UAE, and Oman. With a young and energetic squad led by Suryakumar Yadav, India will be looking to lift their 9th title and continue their dominance in Asian cricket.
