India has long been a powerhouse in the Asia Cup, achieving some of their most memorable team totals in both T20I and ODI matchups. From record-breaking centuries to commanding victories, here’s everything you need to know about India’s top-scoring performances in the Asia Cup, updated till 2025.
India’s Highest Total in T20I Format
| India’s Top T20I Total | Match Context |
|---|---|
| 212/2 (20 overs) | vs Afghanistan, Dubai (DICS), Sep 8, 2022 – won by 101 runs |
Recent Highlight
- In Asia Cup 2025 Super Four vs Sri Lanka, India posted 202/5 (20 overs) on Sep 26, 2025 at Dubai, with Tilak Varma (49) and Abhishek Sharma (61) starring at the top. This is now one of India’s highest T20 Asia Cup totals.
- Virat Kohli’s 122* off 61 balls against Afghanistan (2022) still stands as the highest individual T20I score by an Indian in the Asia Cup.
- Bhuvneshwar Kumar’s 5/4 vs Afghanistan remains India’s best bowling spell in Asia Cup T20 history.
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India’s Highest Total in ODI Format
| India’s Top ODI Total | Match Context |
|---|---|
| 374/4 (50 overs) | vs Hong Kong, Karachi, June 25, 2008 — won by 256 runs |
Match Highlights
- MS Dhoni scored 109 (96), anchoring the innings with his trademark finishing touch.
- Suresh Raina blasted 101 off 68 balls, one of the fastest hundreds in Asia Cup ODIs.
- Virender Sehwag cracked 78 (44), giving India a fiery start.
- India bowled out Hong Kong for 118, sealing a 256-run victory, their biggest ODI Asia Cup win.
Read more: India vs Pakistan Head-to-Head T20 Stats & Records
Top-5 Highest Team Totals of India (All-Time)
T20I – Top 5 Indian Totals
| Rank | Total (Overs) | Opponent & Venue | Date | Result |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 212/2 (20) | vs Afghanistan, Dubai | Sep 8, 2022 | Won by 101 runs |
| 2 | 202/5 (20) | vs Sri Lanka, Dubai | Sep 26, 2025 | Super Four Match |
| 3 | 192/2 (20) | vs Hong Kong, Dubai | Aug 31, 2022 | Won |
| 4 | 188/8 (20) | vs Oman, Dubai | Sep 19, 2025 | Won |
| 5 | 184/8 (19.2) | vs Bangladesh, Dubai | Sep 1, 2022 | Won |
ODI – Top 5 Indian Totals
| Rank | Total (Overs) | Opponent & Venue | Date | Result |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 374/4 (50) | vs Hong Kong, Karachi | Jun 25, 2008 | Won by 256 runs |
| 2 | 356/2 (50) | vs Pakistan, Colombo (RPS) | Sep 10, 2023 | Won |
| 3 | 330/4 (47.5) | vs Pakistan, Mirpur | Mar 18, 2012 | Won |
| 4 | 310/4 (46.5) | vs Sri Lanka, Karachi | Jul 3, 2008 | Won |
| 5 | 308/7 (50) | vs Bangladesh, Colombo | Mar 16, 2018 | Won |
Key Takeaways & Records
- Virat Kohli’s 122* in 2022 is still India’s highest Asia Cup T20 knock.
- Abhishek Sharma’s 61 (31) in 2025 has been one of the standout knocks of the latest edition.
- Bhuvneshwar Kumar’s 5/4 remains the best-ever Asia Cup T20 bowling spell for India.
- India’s 374/4 vs Hong Kong (ODI) continues as the highest team total in Asia Cup history.
- India’s consistent 300+ totals in ODIs and 180+ in T20Is underline their batting dominance in Asia Cup tournaments.
Read more: India probable Playing 11 in Asia Cup 2025
Conclusion
India’s flair for big scores in the Asia Cup is unmistakable—whether it’s explosive T20 batting or imposing ODI totals. As the Asia Cup 2025 heads into its finale, the Men in Blue have once again stamped their authority with strong batting performances. Fans can expect even more records to tumble in the coming years.



