10 Best Bowling Figures in Asia Cup ODI History (2026 Updated)

- The article highlights the top bowling performances in Asia Cup ODI history, featuring standout spells such as Ajantha Mendis’s 6/13 and Mohammed Siraj’s 6/21.
- Kuldeep Yadav is noted for a critical 5/25 performance in 8 overs during the 2023 tournament, which helped establish India's dominance in the competition.
- Kuldeep Yadav has officially become the all-time leading wicket-taker in Asia Cup history across both ODI and T20I formats.
- During the 2025 edition, Kuldeep reached a total of 36 wickets, surpassing the previous record of 33 wickets held by Lasith Malinga.
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