The Asia Cup 2025 is reaching its climax, with the final set for Sunday, September 28, at the Dubai International Cricket Stadium.
Fans are already buzzing about the possibility of an India vs. Pakistan final, as well as who will take home the Man of the Series award, a prize that highlights the tournament’s most consistent and impactful performers.
Past winners like Kuldeep Yadav, who starred in India’s 2023 title-winning campaign, set the benchmark for excellence. This year, players such as Abhishek Sharma, Mustafizur Rahman, Pathum Nissanka, and Shaheen Shah Afridi have impressed, making the race for the accolade highly competitive.
Who was the Man of the Series in the Asia Cup 2023?
Kuldeep Yadav was named the Man of the Series in the 2023 Asia Cup, playing a key role in India’s title-winning campaign. In five matches, he took 9 wickets from 28.3 overs at an average of 11.44 and an economy of 3.61. His standout performance came against Pakistan in Colombo, where he claimed 5/25.
Man of the Series Asia Cup 2023 prize money
Kuldeep Yadav (IND) won the Man of the Series award in the Asia Cup 2023, receiving prize money of $15,000, which is approximately ₹12,38,550 INR.
Asia cup player of the Series winners list
Year | Player of the Tournament | Country |
2025 | - | - |
2023 | Kuldeep Yadav | India |
2022 | Wanindu Hasaranga | Sri Lanka |
2018 | Shikhar Dhawan | India |
2016 | Sabbir Rahman | Bangladesh |
2014 | Lahiru Thirimanne | Sri Lanka |
2012 | Shakib Al Hasan | Bangladesh |
2010 | Shahid Afridi | Pakistan |
2008 | Ajantha Mendis | Sri Lanka |
2004 | Sanath Jayasuriya | Sri Lanka |
2000 | Mohammad Yousuf | Pakistan |
1997 | Arjuna Ranatunga | Sri Lanka |
1995 | Navjot Sidhu | India |
1990-91 | - | - |
1988 | Navjot Sidhu | India |
1986 | Arjuna Ranatunga | Sri Lanka |
1984 | - | - |
Who will be the man of the Series in Asia Cup 2025
The race for the Asia Cup 2025 T20I Man of the Series is wide open, with several players having made significant contributions with the bat, ball, or both. Let’s have a look at the favourite players to win this year including tournament's top scoring batsmen and top wicket taking bowlers.
Player | Team | Matches | Runs | Wickets |
Abhishek Sharma | IND | 4 | 173 | - |
Kuldeep Yadav | IND | 4 | 1 | 9 |
Mustafizur Rahman | BAN | 4 | 0 | 7 |
Pathum Nissanka | SL | 4 | 146 | - |
Shaheen Shah Afridi | PAK | 4 | 64 | 3 |