When we talk about the Asia Cup, we usually think of high-scoring thrillers and batting fireworks. But the tournament has also seen some shocking batting collapses that remind us why cricket is such an unpredictable game. From Sri Lanka’s 50 all-out in the Asia Cup 2023 Final to Hong Kong’s struggles in T20Is, some teams have faced tough days at the crease.
In this article, we break down the lowest totals in Asia Cup history (both T20 & ODI formats), highlight the context behind these innings, and list the top 5 lowest scores for each format.
Latest Asia Cup 2025 Lowest Score – India crushed UAE’s batting in the 2nd T20 of the Asia Cup 2025 at Dubai. UAE were bowled out for just 57 runs in 13.1 overs after India chose to bowl first. Kuldeep Yadav was the star, taking 4 wickets for just 7 runs. Apart from the openers, no UAE batter could even score in double digits. Haider Ali was the last man out, caught by Sanju Samson. India now need only 58 runs to win the match easily.
Lowest Team Scores in Asia Cup – Overview
Low scores often come in high-pressure matches, especially on pitches favoring bowlers. The Asia Cup has provided such moments multiple times, where quality bowling attacks completely dismantled batting line-ups.
- In ODIs, the lowest-ever score belongs to Sri Lanka (50 all-out) against India in the 2023 Asia Cup Final.
- In T20Is, Hong Kong (38 all-out) holds the unwanted record against Pakistan in Asia Cup 2022.
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Lowest Scores in Asia Cup – T20 Format
The T20 format is known for big hits, but even here we have seen major collapses. The most famous one came when Hong Kong were bowled out for just 38 runs against Pakistan in Sharjah during Asia Cup 2022. Shadab Khan (4/8) and Mohammad Nawaz (3/5) ran through their batting order.
Top 5 Lowest Scores in Asia Cup T20s
| Rank | Team | Score | Overs | Opposition | Venue | Result | Year |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Hong Kong | 38 | 10.4 | Pakistan | Sharjah | Lost by 155 runs | 2022 |
| 2 | UAE | 57/10 | 13.1 | India | Dubai | Yet to bat | 2025 |
| 2 | UAE | 81/9 | 20.0 | India | Mirpur | Lost | 2016 |
| 3 | UAE | 82 | 17.4 | Bangladesh | Mirpur | Lost | 2016 |
| 4 | Pakistan | 83 | 17.3 | India | Mirpur | Lost | 2016 |
| 5 | Oman | 101/8 | 20.0 | UAE | Mirpur | Lost | 2016 |
Key Highlight:
Hong Kong’s 38 is not only the lowest score in Asia Cup T20 history but also one of the lowest totals in T20I cricket globally.
Lowest Scores in Asia Cup – ODI Format
Sri Lanka’s dramatic collapse in the 2023 Asia Cup Final is now the lowest total ever recorded in Asia Cup history (ODI format). Mohammed Siraj’s fiery spell (6/21) left Sri Lanka reeling and bundled them out for just 50 runs.
Top 5 Lowest Scores in Asia Cup ODIs
| Rank | Team | Score | Overs | Opposition | Venue | Result | Year |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Sri Lanka | 50 | 15.2 | India | Colombo (RPS) | Lost by 10 wickets | 2023 |
| 2 | Bangladesh | 87 | 34.2 | Pakistan | Dhaka | Lost | 2000 |
| 3 | Bangladesh | 94 | 35.3 | Pakistan | Moratuwa | Lost | 1986 |
| 4 | Sri Lanka | 96 | 41.0 | India | Sharjah | Lost | 1984 |
| 5 | Bangladesh | 99/8 | 45.0 | India | Chattogram | Lost | 1988 |
Key Highlight:
Sri Lanka’s 50 is the only sub-100 total in a final, making it one of the most one-sided Asia Cup finals in history.
These records show that Asia Cup is not just about batting dominance – bowlers have often turned matches around with their accuracy and variations. Whether it is Siraj’s 6-wicket haul in 2023 or Shadab’s magical spell in 2022, these moments become part of cricketing folklore.
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Conclusion
The lowest scores in Asia Cup history remind us that cricket can be a great leveler. Even strong teams like Sri Lanka and Pakistan have suffered batting collapses. As we look forward to the next edition, fans will hope for more competitive games, but these moments will remain unforgettable for the drama they brought to the tournament.
