Top 7 Highest Run Scorers in Asia Cup History
The Asia Cup has witnessed some of the greatest batting performances in cricketing history. From blistering knocks to consistent dominance, here are the top 7 highest run scorers in Asia Cup history, featuring legends like Sanath Jayasuriya, Sachin Tendulkar, Virat Kohli, and more.
Virat Kohli (India) – 742 Runs
Virat Kohli has scored 742 runs in just 16 matches (2010–2023), averaging an incredible 61.83. His 183 vs Pakistan in 2012 remains the highest individual score in Asia Cup history. (Image: NDTV Sports)
Shoaib Malik (Pakistan) – 786 Runs
Shoaib Malik shone brightly in Asia Cups, accumulating 786 runs in 17 matches (2000–2018) at a stellar average of 65.50. With 3 centuries and 3 fifties, he remains Pakistan’s most prolific Asia Cup batsman. (Image: The Statesman)
Mushfiqur Rahim (Bangladesh) – 830 Runs
Mushfiqur Rahim has been the backbone of Bangladesh cricket, scoring 830 runs in 25 matches (2008–2023) with 2 centuries and 3 fifties. His 144 remains one of the finest knocks in Asia Cup history. (Image: The Quint)
Rohit Sharma (India) – 939 Runs
Current Indian skipper Rohit Sharma has piled up 939 runs in 28 matches (2008–2023) with a highest score of 111*. Known for his consistency, Rohit has 9 fifties and 1 century in Asia Cup cricket. (Image: NDTV Sports)
Sachin Tendulkar (India) – 971 Runs
The legendary Sachin Tendulkar scored 971 runs in 23 matches (1990–2012) at an impressive average of 51. He recorded 7 fifties and 2 hundreds, cementing his legacy in Asia Cup history. (Image: Sportstar-The Hindu)
Kumar Sangakkara (Sri Lanka) – 1075 Runs
Second on the charts, Kumar Sangakkara amassed 1075 runs in 24 innings (2004–2014), averaging nearly 49. His 8 fifties and 4 centuries made him one of the most consistent performers in the tournament. (Image: Next Travel Sri Lanka)
Sanath Jayasuriya (Sri Lanka) – 1220 Runs
Sanath Jayasuriya tops the list with 1220 runs in 25 matches (1990–2008) at a staggering strike rate of 102.52. With 6 fifties and 3 hundreds, he is regarded as the ultimate Asia Cup run machine. (Image: India TV News)
