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Asia Cup 2023: Complete Squad and Schedule of All 6 Teams – Updated

The Asia Cup 2023 is just around the corner, set to kick off on August 30, 2023. The tournament promises exciting clashes, heart-pounding moments, and a chance for cricket fans across the globe to witness the best teams from Asia battle it out on the field.

In this comprehensive article, we’ll delve into the details of the squads and schedules of all six participating teams: India, Pakistan, Bangladesh, Nepal, Afghanistan, and Sri Lanka.

Asia Cup 2023 Overview

The Asia Cup 2023 is scheduled to commence on August 30th and will conclude with the final match on September 17th. The tournament will feature six formidable teams competing against each other to claim the prestigious title.

The opening game of the tournament will see Pakistan facing Nepal in an exciting match at Multan. The final match, which is bound to be a nail-biter, is set to take place on September 17.

Asia Cup 2023 Teams and Groups

The participating teams have been divided into two groups – Group A and Group B:

Group A:

  • India
  • Pakistan
  • Nepal

Group B:

  • Sri Lanka
  • Afghanistan
  • Bangladesh

Now, let’s take a closer look at each team’s squad and their schedule for the Asia Cup 2023.

Asia Cup 2023: India Squad and Schedule

India Squad for Asia Cup 2023:

  • Rohit Sharma (Captain)
  • Shubman Gill
  • Virat Kohli
  • Shreyas Iyer
  • Suryakumar Yadav
  • Tilak Varma
  • KL Rahul
  • Ishan Kishan
  • Hardik Pandya (Vice-Captain)
  • Ravindra Jadeja
  • Shardul Thakur
  • Axar Patel
  • Kuldeep Yadav
  • Jasprit Bumrah
  • Mohd. Shami
  • Mohd. Siraj
  • Prasidh Krishna

Traveling Reserve player: Sanju Samson

League Stage Schedule:

02-Sept/SaturdayIndia vs Pakistan03:00 PMKandy
04-Sept/MondayIndia vs Nepal03:00 PMKandy

Asia Cup 2023: Pakistan Squad and Schedule

Pakistan Squad for Asia Cup 2023:

  • Abdullah Shafique
  • Babar Azam (Captain)
  • Fakhar Zaman
  • Imam-ul-Haq
  • Salman Ali Agha
  • Iftikhar Ahmed
  • Mohammad Rizwan
  • Mohammad Haris
  • Shadab Khan
  • Mohammad Nawaz
  • Usama Mir
  • Faheem Ashraf
  • Haris Rauf
  • Mohammad Wasim Jnr
  • Naseem Shah
  • Shaheen Afridi
  • Saud Shakeel
  • Tayyab Tahir (Traveling Reserve)

League Stage Schedule:

Date/DayFixtureTimeVenue
30-Aug/WedPakistan vs Nepal03:00 PMMultan
02-Sept/SaturdayPakistan vs India03:00 PMKandy

Asia Cup 2023: Afghanistan Squad and Schedule

Afghanistan Squad for Asia Cup 2023:

  • Rahmanullah Gurbaz
  • Hashmatullah Shahidi (Captain)
  • Ibrahim Zadran
  • Riaz Hassan
  • Rahmat Shah
  • Najibullah Zadran
  • Mohammad Nabi
  • Ikram Alikhil
  • Rashid Khan
  • Gulbadin Naib
  • Karim Janat
  • Abdul Rahman
  • Sharafuddin Ashraf
  • Mujeeb ur Rahman
  • Noor Ahmad
  • Suliman Safi
  • Fazalhaq Farooqi

League Stage Schedule:

Date/DayFixtureTimeVenue
03-Sept/SundayAfghanistan vs Bangladesh03:00 PMLahore
05-Sept/TuesdayAfghanistan vs Sri Lanka03:00 PMKandy

Asia Cup 2023: Bangladesh Squad and Schedule

Bangladesh Squad for Asia Cup 2023:

  • Mushfiqur Rahim
  • Mehidy Hasan Miraz
  • Afif Hossain
  • Taskin Ahmed
  • Shakib Al Hasan (Captain)
  • Litton Das
  • Najmul Hossain Shanto
  • Towhid Hridoy
  • Hasan Mahmud
  • Mustafizur Rahman
  • Shoriful Islam
  • Tanzid Hasan
  • Tanzim Hasan
  • Nasum Ahmed
  • Mahedi Hasan
  • Mohammad Naim
  • Shamim Hossain

League Stage Schedule:

Date/DayFixtureTimeVenue
31-Aug/ThursdayBangladesh vs Sri Lanka03:00 PMKandy
03-Sept/SundayBangladesh vs Afghanistan03:00 PMLahore

Asia Cup 2023: Sri Lanka Squad and Schedule

Sri Lanka Squad for Asia Cup 2023:

  • Dasun Shanaka (Captain)
  • Kusal Mendis
  • Dimuth Karunaratne
  • Pathum Nissanka
  • Charith Asalanka
  • Dhananjaya de Silva
  • Sadeera Samarawickrama
  • Wanindu Hasaranga
  • Chamika Karunaratne
  • Dushmantha Chameera
  • Kasun Rajitha
  • Lahiru Kumara
  • Maheesh Theekshana
  • Matheesha Pathirana
  • Dushan Hemantha

League Stage Schedule:

Date & TimeMatch DetailsVenue
31 August 2023, 01:00 PMSri Lanka vs BangladeshPallekele International Cricket Stadium, Pallekele
5 September 2023, 03:30 PMSri Lanka vs AfghanistanGaddafi Stadium, Lahore

Asia Cup 2023: Nepal Squad and Schedule

Nepal Squad for Asia Cup 2023:

  • Kushal Bhurtel
  • Rohit Paudel (Captain)
  • Sandeep Lamichhane
  • Lalit Rajbanshi
  • Pratish GC
  • Mousom Dhakal
  • Sundeep Jora
  • Kishore Mahato
  • Arjun Saud (Wicket-keeper)
  • Aasif Sheikh
  • Bhim Sharki
  • Kushal Malla
  • Aarif Sheikh
  • Dipendra Singh Airee (Vice-Captain)
  • Gulshan Jha
  • Sompal Kami
  • Karan KC

League Stage Schedule:

Date/DayFixtureTimeVenue
30-Aug/WednesdayNepal vs Pakistan03:00 PMMultan
04-Sept/MondayNepal vs India03:00 PMKandy

Asia Cup 2023 Full Schedule

Here is the complete schedule of the Asia Cup 2023 matches:

MatchesDateTimeVenue
PAKISTAN vs NEPALWed Aug 30, 20233:00 PMMultan
BANGLADESH vs SRI LANKAThur Aug 31, 20233:00 PMKandy
PAKISTAN vs INDIASat Sep 2, 20233:00 PMKandy
BANGLADESH vs AFGHANISTANSun Sep 3, 20233:00 PMLahore
INDIA vs NEPALMon Sep 4, 20233:00 PMKandy
AFGHANISTAN vs SRI LANKATue Sep 5, 20233:00 PMLahore
T.B.C. vs T.B.C.Wed Sep 6, 20233:00 PMLahore
T.B.C. vs T.B.C.Sat Sep 9, 20233:00 PMColombo
T.B.C. vs T.B.C.Sun Sep 10, 20233:00 PMColombo
T.B.C. vs T.B.C.Tue Sep 12, 20233:00 PMColombo
T.B.C. vs T.B.C.Thur Sep 14, 20233:00 PMColombo
T.B.C. vs T.B.C.Fri Sep 15, 20233:00 PMColombo
T.B.C. vs T.B.C.Sun Sep 17, 20233:00 PMColombo

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The Excitement Builds

As the Asia Cup 2023 draws closer, cricket enthusiasts around the world can hardly contain their excitement. The lineup of teams promises an incredible display of skill, strategy, and sportsmanship.

With India, Pakistan, Bangladesh, Nepal, Afghanistan, and Sri Lanka ready to showcase their prowess, fans are in for a treat.

Key Players to Watch in Asia Cup 2023

Every team boasts a lineup of key players who can turn the tide of a match with their exceptional abilities.

Players like,

  • Rohit Sharma, Virat Kohli, and Jasprit Bumrah from India,
  • Babar Azam from Pakistan,
  • and Shakib Al Hasan from Bangladesh are expected to shine on the field.
  • Afghanistan’s Rashid Khan,
  • Sri Lanka’s Dimuth Karunaratne,
  • and Nepal’s Sandeep Lamichhane are also likely to make a significant impact.

Nail-Biting Clashes Await

With the intriguing groupings, fans can anticipate intense clashes between arch-rivals and underdog battles that keep everyone on the edge of their seats.

The matches between India and Pakistan are always a highlight, filled with historical significance and immense emotions.

The encounters between Afghanistan and Sri Lanka, known for their unpredictability, promise to deliver thrilling moments.

In Conclusion

The Asia Cup 2023 promises an exhilarating cricketing extravaganza, bringing together some of the finest teams in the continent. With squads full of talent and potential, each match is set to be a captivating spectacle. So, mark your calendars, set your reminders, and get ready to witness the Asia Cup 2023 – a tournament that’s bound to leave cricket fans talking for years to come.

FAQs

When does the Asia Cup 2023 start?

The Asia Cup 2023 is set to begin on August 30, 2023.

Which teams are participating in the tournament?

Six teams are participating: India, Pakistan, Bangladesh, Nepal, Afghanistan, and Sri Lanka.

When and where will the final match take place?

The final match is scheduled for September 17, 2023, and will be held in Colombo.

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