The Asia Cup 2023 was played in the One Day International (ODI) format, which means each match consisted of 50 overs per side. This was the first time since 2018 that the Asia Cup was held as a 50-over tournament, rather than T20

. The tournament featured 13 matches in total, including group stage matches, Super Four matches, and the final, all played with the 50-over format

. In summary:

• Format: 50 overs per side (ODI)
• Total matches: 13
• Dates: 30 August to 17 September 2023
• Hosted in Pakistan and Sri Lanka

This 50-over format aligns with the upcoming ODI World Cup, making the Asia Cup 2023 a key preparatory event for the teams involved