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India Crushes Asia Cup Record with Mammoth 202-Run Total
26 Sep
Summary
- India scores 202/5, highest total in Asia Cup 2025
- Abhishek Sharma hits 61 off 31 balls, Tilak Varma scores unbeaten 49
- India becomes first team to breach 200-run mark in this tournament
On September 26, 2025, India's batting lineup put on a spectacular show in the Asia Cup Super Fours, posting a record-breaking total of 202/5 against Sri Lanka at the Dubai International Cricket Stadium. This became the highest team score in the Asia Cup 2025 tournament so far.
Leading the charge for India was world-ranked No. 1 T20I batter Abhishek Sharma, who smashed an explosive 61 off just 31 deliveries. He found solid support from Tilak Varma, who remained unbeaten on 49 from 34 balls. Together, the duo kept the Indian innings moving at a brisk pace after an aggressive start.
The rest of India's batting unit also chipped in, ensuring the team maintained momentum despite losing wickets at regular intervals. Sri Lanka's bowlers managed to share the wickets, with Maheesh Theekshana, Dushmantha Chameera, Wanindu Hasaranga, Dasun Shanaka and Charith Asalanka each picking up one scalp.
With this record-breaking performance, India not only set Sri Lanka a stiff chase but also achieved a significant milestone in the tournament. Their final score of 202/5 became the highest team total in the Asia Cup 2025 so far, surpassing previous high scores by Afghanistan and India earlier in the event.
