The ACC has made a revolutionary choice to co-host the upcoming tournament using a hybrid model, with both Pakistan and Sri Lanka as joint hosts. This decision was the outcome of extensive discussions and negotiations among the participating teams’ boards, seeking to find a compromise after a dispute between the BCCI and the PCB regarding Pakistan’s hosting rights.
The BCCI firmly declared their refusal to play any matches in Pakistan, while the PCB was determined to ensure that at least some part of the event took place in their home country. The tournament, serving as a preparation for the 2023 ODI World Cup, will include prominent cricketing nations such as India, Sri Lanka, Afghanistan, Nepal, Pakistan, and Bangladesh.
The teams have been divided into two groups for the initial stage of the competition. Group A consists of India, Pakistan, and Nepal, while Group B comprises Sri Lanka, Bangladesh, and Afghanistan. Matches will be played in the 50-overs format, providing teams with an ideal chance to hone their skills and strategies ahead of the World Cup, scheduled for October and November in India.
Following the group stage, the top two teams from each group will progress to the Super Four stage. Here, they will engage in intense matches, striving to secure a spot in the highly anticipated final, set to take place on Sunday, September 17. The Super Four stage promises thrilling contests as teams compete for a place in the ultimate showdown.
The adoption of this innovative hybrid model for the ACC tournament underscores the organization’s dedication to fostering cooperation and unity among Asian cricket-playing nations. By taking into account the concerns and preferences of different boards, the ACC has ensured a just and unbiased approach to the tournament. Cricket enthusiasts around the globe eagerly await the tournament’s commencement, as it guarantees an exhilarating showcase of talent, sportsmanship, and camaraderie among Asian cricket nations.
Afghanistan 2023 Asia Cup Schedule
| No. | Matches | Date | Venue |
| 1. | BAN vs AFG | September 3 | Lahore, Pakistan |
| 2. | SL vs AFG | September 5 | Lahore, Pakista |
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