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Introduction:
The Asia Cup 2023, a prestigious cricket tournament, will take place in Pakistan and Sri Lanka, following the 50-over format. The official schedule is set to be released soon, but key details have been finalized, bringing anticipation and excitement to cricket fans around the world.
Hybrid Model and Fixture Highlights:
The Asian Cricket Council has adopted a hybrid model for this year’s Asia Cup. The tournament will commence in Pakistan, with the first four matches being played there. The remaining matches will be hosted in Sri Lanka. One of the most anticipated matches, India vs Pakistan, will take place in Dambulla, Sri Lanka. Other matches in Pakistan will feature Afghanistan against Bangladesh, Bangladesh against Sri Lanka, and Sri Lanka against Afghanistan. Pakistan’s sole home match is expected to be against Nepal, likely to be held in Lahore.
Meeting Between PCB and BCCI:
The schedule was finalized during a meeting between Zaka Ashraf, chairman of the Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) Management Committee, and Jay Shah, secretary of the Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) and President of the Asian Cricket Council (ACC). The meeting took place during the International Cricket Council’s (ICC) annual session in Durban, South Africa.
Format and Participating Teams:
The Asia Cup 2023 will feature a total of 13 One Day International (ODI) matches. The participating teams are India, Pakistan, Sri Lanka, Bangladesh, Afghanistan, and Nepal. The teams have been divided into two groups. Group A consists of Pakistan, India, and Nepal, while Group B includes Afghanistan, Bangladesh, and Sri Lanka. The tournament will provide an opportunity for intense competition and thrilling cricket encounters among these cricketing nations.
ACC Announces Dates and Venues of 2023 Asia Cup
Conclusion:
The Asia Cup 2023 promises to be an exciting cricket tournament, with Pakistan and Sri Lanka hosting matches in a hybrid model. Cricket enthusiasts can look forward to witnessing thrilling encounters, including the highly anticipated clash between India and Pakistan. As the official schedule is set to be released soon, fans can mark their calendars and prepare for an exhilarating display of cricketing talent from the participating teams.
