The Asia Cup, a renowned cricket tournament, gathers teams from India, Pakistan, Sri Lanka, Bangladesh, and beyond. Here, players showcase their cricketing prowess, leaving an indelible mark on fans and experts.
Amidst the tournament's accolades, a special distinction shines: the Asia Cup Player of the Series. This prestigious honor crowns the standout contributor, a force driving their team's triumph. It's a testament to their exceptional skill and pivotal role in shaping collective success.
Winning the Player of the Series award in the Asia Cup cricket tournament is the dream of almost every Asian cricketer. So far, 15 editions of the Asia Cup have taken place since 1984. India has been the most successful team, with seven championship wins.
Players who have received the Asia Cup Player of the Series award so far are listed below with Wanindu Hasaranga from Sri Lanka winning the 2022 edition. It has many wondering who could pick up the award in Asia Cup 2023, especially with the tournament set to kick off from August 30 until September 17.
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Asia Cup Player of The Series Winner from 1984-2022
| Year | Player of the Series | Team |
| 1984 | Surinder Khanna | India |
| 1986 | Arjuna Ranatunga | Sri Lanka |
| 1988 | Navjot Sidhu | India |
| 1990/91 | Not Awarded | Not Awarded |
| 1995 | Navjot Sidhu | India |
| 1997 | Arjuna Ranatunga | Sri Lanka |
| 2000 | Yousuf Youhana | Pakistan |
| 2004 | Sanath Jayasuriya | Sri Lanka |
| 2008 | Ajantha Mendis | Sri Lanka |
| 2010 | Shahid Afridi | Pakistan |
| 2012 | Shakib Al Hasan | Bangladesh |
| 2014 | Lahiru Thirimanne | Sri Lanka |
| 2016 | Sabbir Rehman | Bangladesh |
| 2018 | Shikhar Dhawan | India |
| 2022 | Wanindu Hasaranga | Sri Lanka |
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