Bengaluru, July 19 (Agency) The iconic clash between India and Pakistan in 2023 Asia Cup is set for September 2 in Kandy. The tournament is co-hosted by Pakistan and Sri Lanka, which will be played from August 30 to September 17. “I am happy to announce the schedule for the highly anticipated Men’s ODI #AsiaCup2023, a symbol of unity and togetherness binding diverse nations together! Let’s join hands in the celebration of cricketing excellence and cherish the bonds that connect us all. @ACCMedia1,” BCCI Honorary Secretary Jay Shah tweeted. Pakistan will take on Nepal in the opening match of the 2023 Asia Cup in Multan.
The tournament, which will be played in fifty-overs format, has six teams divided into two groups of three teams each. Pakistan, India and Nepal are in Group A while Bangladesh, Afghanistan and Sri Lanka are in Group B. The tournament will follow a hybrid model with Pakistan hosting four matches across two venues and Sri Lanka hosting the remaining games. The six group-stage matches will be followed by the Super 4s, beginning September 6. The final will be played by the teams that occupy the top two spots at the end of the Super 4s on September 17 in Colombo.