Sri Lanka are one of the most successful teams in Asia Cup history, known for their consistency and explosive batting performances. Over the years, they have produced some of the highest totals in both ODI and T20I formats, dominating opponents with power hitting and clever partnerships. Let’s take a look at Sri Lanka’s highest scores in Asia Cup history, including detailed tables of their top five totals.
Sri Lanka’s Highest Score in Asia Cup – ODI
Record Total: 357/9 (50 overs) vs Bangladesh, Lahore, June 25, 2008
This remains Sri Lanka’s highest ODI total in Asia Cup history. The innings was anchored by Kumar Sangakkara’s classic 101 off 91 balls with 16 boundaries, supported by a blazing start from Sanath Jayasuriya (72 off 47) and a solid 74 from Chamara Kapugedera. The team maintained a run rate of over 7 and finished with 357 runs, setting up a 131-run victory.
Sri Lanka’s Highest Score in Asia Cup – T20I
Record Total: 184/8 (19.2 overs) vs Bangladesh, Dubai, September 1, 2022
This was a tense group-stage clash where Sri Lanka chased down 184 in the final over. Kusal Mendis (60 off 37) set the tone with aggressive stroke play, and Dasun Shanaka (45 off 33) provided a captain’s knock to see his team through. This remains Sri Lanka’s highest team score in Asia Cup T20Is and one of the best run chases in tournament history.
Read more: Most Runs in Asia Cup History (T20I & ODI)
Top 5 Highest Scores – ODI (Sri Lanka in Asia Cup)
| Rank | Score (Overs) | Opposition | Venue | Result | Date |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 357/9 (50.0) | Bangladesh | Lahore | Won by 131 runs | 25 Jun 2008 |
| 2 | 332/8 (50.0) | Bangladesh | Karachi | Won | 30 Jun 2008 |
| 3 | 312/4 (50.0) | Bangladesh | Dambulla | Won | 18 Jun 2010 |
| 4 | 308/8 (50.0) | India | Karachi | Lost | 3 Jul 2008 |
| 5 | 302/7 (50.0) | Pakistan | Karachi | Won | 29 Jun 2008 |
Top 5 Highest Scores – T20I (Sri Lanka in Asia Cup)
| Rank | Score (Overs) | Opposition | Venue | Result | Date |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 184/8 (19.2) | Bangladesh | Dubai (DICS) | Won by 2 wickets | 1 Sep 2022 |
| 2 | 179/6 (19.1) | Afghanistan | Sharjah | Won | 3 Sep 2022 |
| 3 | 174/4 (19.5) | India | Dubai (DICS) | Won | 6 Sep 2022 |
| 4 | 170/6 (20.0) | Pakistan | Dubai (DICS) | Won | 11 Sep 2022 |
| 5 | 150/4 (20.0) | Pakistan | Mirpur | Lost | 4 Mar 2016 |
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Highlights & Insights
- Dominance in ODIs: Sri Lanka’s 357/9 in 2008 remains one of the highest team totals in Asia Cup history, showing their batting depth.
- Strong in Chases: Their 184/8 in T20Is was a chase under pressure, proving Sri Lanka’s ability to hold their nerve in high-stakes matches.
- Balanced Contributions: Across formats, legendary players like Sanath Jayasuriya, Kumar Sangakkara, Mahela Jayawardene, and modern match-winners like Kusal Mendis and Dasun Shanaka have powered these totals.
- Consistency: Sri Lanka have four Asia Cup titles and have made the final 12 times — evidence of how crucial their batting performances have been to their success.
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Conclusion
Sri Lanka’s Asia Cup batting history is filled with milestones — from Sangakkara’s classic century in ODIs to Mendis and Shanaka’s match-winning partnerships in T20Is. Their ability to post and chase big totals underlines why they remain one of the tournament’s most decorated sides. Fans can expect more fireworks in upcoming editions as the team continues to blend experience with youthful flair.
