Understanding the ACC Asia Cup
The Association of Cricket Boards in Asia (ACC) Asia Cup is a premier international cricket tournament featuring the top teams from the Asian continent. The competition has been held biennially since 1984, with the inaugural edition taking place in Sharjah, United Arab Emirates.
History of the ACC Asia Cup
The first ACC Asia Cup was contested by six countries: India, Pakistan, Sri Lanka, Bangladesh, and two other teams that represented East Asia and West Asia. The tournament has since grown to include more participants, with the current format featuring eight teams competing in a round-robin group stage followed by a knockout phase.
Over the years, the ACC Asia Cup has been won by some of the best cricketing nations in Asia. India has emerged victorious on seven occasions, while Pakistan and Sri Lanka have each secured two
