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The countdown has begun for the Asia Cup 2025, set to take place in the United Arab Emirates from September 9 to 28. Featuring eight top Asian teams in the T20I format, the tournament promises high-voltage encounters and thrilling performances. As excitement builds, it’s the perfect time to look back at some of the most memorable batting displays in the competition’s history.
From fighting knocks that kept teams alive to record-breaking centuries that stunned opponents, the Asia Cup has witnessed batting brilliance across formats. As the new edition approaches, here’s a look back at the top five highest individual scores in Men’s T20 Asia Cup history.
Top 5 highest individual scores in Asia Cup (T20 edition)
5) Sabbir Rahman – 80 vs Sri Lanka (2016)
Bangladesh’s Sabbir Rahman announced himself on the big stage with a gritty 80 against Sri Lanka in the 2016 edition. Facing 65 balls, Sabbir mixed caution with aggression, striking at 148.14 and keeping Bangladesh in the contest. His innings reflected his ability to absorb pressure and counterattack effectively against a strong Lankan bowling unit.
4) Rohit Sharma – 83 vs Bangladesh (2016)
India’s vice-captain Rohit Sharma produced a dazzling knock of 83 runs off 55 deliveries against Bangladesh in the same tournament. With a strike rate of 150.90, Rohit’s innings was laced with classical strokes and powerful sixes. His effort provided India with a solid start to their campaign and highlighted why he is regarded as one of the finest T20 batters in the world.
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3) Rahmanullah Gurbaz – 84 vs Sri Lanka (2022)
Afghanistan’s young wicketkeeper-batter Rahmanullah Gurbaz stole the spotlight in the 2022 edition with an explosive 84 against Sri Lanka. Scoring at a blistering strike rate of 186.66, Gurbaz dismantled the bowling attack with fearless hitting. His innings, full of sixes and boundaries, gave Afghanistan a commanding start and underlined his reputation as one of the most dangerous top-order hitters in modern T20 cricket.
2) Babar Hayat – 122 vs Oman (2016)
Hong Kong’s Babar Hayat etched his name in the history books with a breathtaking 122 against Oman during the 2016 edition. Off just 60 balls, he struck at an astonishing rate of 203.33, punishing every bowler who came his way. This knock remains one of the finest by an Associate Nation cricketer in the Asia Cup, showcasing that talent knows no boundaries.
1) Virat Kohli – 122* vs Afghanistan (2022)
At the very top sits Virat Kohli’s masterclass – an unbeaten 122 off 61 deliveries against Afghanistan in the 2022 Asia Cup. Batting with a strike rate of exactly 200, Kohli combined elegance with power, rediscovering his best form after a long lean patch. This was also his maiden T20I century, making the knock all the more special. Kohli’s innings remains the highest individual score in Men’s T20 Asia Cup history and a defining moment in his career.
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