Here’s an overview of PCT performances in the most recent Asia Cup tournaments, both ODI and T20 formats:
1. Asia Cup 2023 (50-over format)
- Stage: Super Four
- Position: 4th (Out of 6)
- Matches Played: 5
- Wins: 2
- Losses: 2
- No Result: 1
- Key Highlights:
- Pakistan had a mixed campaign in 2023, with two wins, two losses, and one match called off due to rain.
- A heavy defeat against India in the Super Four was a major setback, while they had strong wins against Sri Lanka and Bangladesh.
- Despite a strong bowling attack, Pakistan struggled with inconsistency in batting and were unable to qualify for the final.
- Rain played a part in their elimination, with a No Result game impacting their chances of advancing.
2. 2022 Asia Cup (T20 Format)
Here’s a summary of Pakistan’s performance in the 2022 Asia Cup (T20 format) in tabular form:
- Stage: Final
- Position: Runners-up
- Matches Played: 6
- Wins: 3
- Losses: 3
- Key Highlights:
- Pakistan made it to the final, where they played Sri Lanka.
- They played some impressive cricket throughout, including a high-intensity match against India in the group stage, which they won.
- Despite reaching the final, Pakistan was defeated by Sri Lanka in the decider, falling short in both batting and bowling.
- Babar Azam and Mohammad Rizwan’s partnership was a standout feature throughout the tournament.
3. 2018 Asia Cup (50-over format)
Here’s a summary of Pakistan’s performance in the 2018 Asia Cup (50-over format)
- Stage: Super Four
- Position: 3rd (Out of 6)
- Matches Played: 5
- Wins: 2
- Losses: 3
- Key Highlights:
- Pakistan reached the Super Four but struggled to beat the top teams.
- They lost to India and Afghanistan in the Super Four stage, which cost them a chance at the final.
- Despite a strong start to the tournament, Pakistan’s inconsistent middle-order batting was a weak point.
4. 2016 Asia Cup (T20 format)
Here’s a summary of Pakistan’s performance in the 2016 Asia Cup (T20 format)
Asia Cup 2016 (T20 format)
- Stage: Group Stage
- Position: 3rd (Out of 5)
- Matches Played: 4
- Wins: 2
- Losses: 2
- Key Highlights:
- Pakistan had a decent start but was eliminated after finishing 3rd in the group stage.
- They defeated Bangladesh and India, but losses to Sri Lanka and West Indies led to their early exit.
- The T20 format was new for the Asia Cup in this year.
5. 2014 Asia Cup (50-over format)
Here’s a summary of Pakistan’s performance in the 2014 Asia Cup (50-over format)
- Stage: Final
- Position: Runners-up
- Matches Played: 5
- Wins: 3
- Losses: 2
- Key Highlights:
- Pakistan reached the final, marking a strong performance in the tournament.
- They had impressive wins over Bangladesh, Sri Lanka, and Afghanistan in the group stage.
- Pakistan faced India in the final but lost to them by 44 runs. India’s strong performance in both batting and bowling helped them clinch the title.
- Key Players: Sarfaraz Ahmed, who played a crucial role in several matches, and Mohammad Hafeez, who was in great form.
- Pakistan’s bowling attack, led by Mohammad Irfan, was a major strength throughout the tournament.