The Asia Cup 2023 final between India and Sri Lanka will go down in cricketing history as a clash that shattered records and rewrote the annals of the game. In a high-stakes encounter, both teams pushed the boundaries of what was previously thought possible in One Day Internationals (ODIs). From astonishing bowling performances to a historic low total, the match was a rollercoaster of record-breaking moments. In this article, we'll delve into the top 10 records that were created and shattered during this electrifying final, showcasing the extraordinary feats achieved by players on the field. Let's embark on a journey through these remarkable milestones that defined the India vs. Sri Lanka Asia Cup 2023 final.
1. Fewest Overs by a Full Member Team: Sri Lanka's 15.2 Overs
In the Asia Cup 2023 final, Sri Lanka managed to break the record for being bowled out in just 15.2 overs, surpassing their previous record of 16.5 overs against Pakistan in 2002.
2. All 10 Wickets in an Innings by Pacers
Both Pakistan and India accomplished the rare feat of taking all 10 wickets in an innings with pace bowlers in this tournament.
3. Sri Lanka's Lowest ODI Total
Sri Lanka posted their lowest ODI total ever, scoring just 50 runs against India during the Asia Cup final.
4. Mohammed Siraj's Spectacular Bowling Figures
Mohammed Siraj's incredible performance of 6/21 against Sri Lanka set a new record for the best figures by an Indian bowler against Sri Lanka in an ODI.
5. Best ODI Figures for India
Siraj's performance also earned him the distinction of having the best ODI figures for India, surpassing renowned bowlers like Stuart Binny, Anil Kumble, and Jasprit Bumrah.
6. Lowest Totals in an ODI Final
Sri Lanka's total of 50 in the Asia Cup 2023 final is now the lowest in an ODI final, breaking the previous record of 54 runs set in 2000.
7. Lowest ODI Totals Against India
In this tournament, Sri Lanka's 50 was also the lowest total an opponent has managed against India in an ODI match.
8. India's Historic Bowling Performance
India's bowlers made history by bowling out Sri Lanka in less than 100 balls, achieving the feat in just 15.2 overs.
Sri Lanka's 50 all-out is the lowest total in men's ODI history in a tournament final, emphasizing their struggles in crucial matches.
Mohammed Siraj's six-wicket haul in the final places him second on the list of bowlers with the most wickets in an ODI tournament final, trailing only Aaqib Javed's seven-wicket performance in 1991.