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MI stars at Asia Cup - Blast from the past

By Mumbai Indians

The Asia Cup has always been about drama, intensity and unforgettable moments. And guess what? Some of our very own Mumbai Indians legends <and future legends> have owned the big stage with performances that made fans go “TOO GOOD YAAR!” 💥

So, without any further ado, let’s relive some crazy Asia Cup heroics before the 2025 edition kicks off.

Hardik Pandya 🆚 Pakistan (2022)

Talk about aura farming! Hardik’s 3/25 and 33* (17) against Pakistan in 2022 wasn’t just another spell or a knock; it was attitude personified, resulting in the POTM award.

Coming in when things looked dicey, he absorbed the pressure and counter-punched in vintage Pandya style to seal the run chase. Big games, big stage, Hardik Pandya delivers.

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Sachin Tendulkar 🆚 Bangladesh (2012)

How can one talk about the Asia Cup without the Master Blaster? In 2012, Sachin’s 114 against Bangladesh wasn’t just a milestone knock – it was his 100th international century. A feat for the ages, celebrated by fans across the globe. That innings summed up Sachin – grit, grace and godlike consistency.

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Rohit Sharma 🆚 Pakistan (2018)

Rohit Sharma was at his free-flowing best en route to his 111* against Pakistan in Dubai… Stuff of dreams, isn’t it!

Calm, composed and clinical – Rohit bossed the chase like only he can, peppering boundaries and finishing the job with ease.

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Suryakumar Yadav 🆚 Hong Kong (2022)

SKY didn’t just bat, he painted the UAE skies with strokes from another galaxy. His 68 (26) against Hong Kong was a highlight reel in itself – suplas, no-look sixes – you name it!

It was a statement innings that meant India had found its new T20 artist. And let’s be real, only SKY could make a 360° canvas out of an Asia Cup night.

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Jasprit Bumrah 🆚 Sri Lanka (2016)

The 2016 edition saw a young Bumrah stepping into the spotlight and boy, he announced himself in style! His spell of 2/27, including 10 dots, was an exhibition in smart bowling.

Those laser-guided yorkers left batters stranded, reminding everyone why MI fans proudly call him Boom Boom Bumrah. A taste of what was to come in the years ahead!

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Lasith Malinga 🆚 Pakistan (2010)

Malinga, in his prime, was the ultimate nightmare for batters. In the 2010 Asia Cup curtain raiser, his spell of 5/34 against Pakistan was vintage Slinga – toe-crushers, sharp bouncers & wickets tumbling like dominoes. Pure chaos, pure brilliance.

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As we head into the Asia Cup 2025, expect new chapters, new heroes and plenty of fireworks. Because when MI boys step onto the big stage, it’s simply magical! Itihas gavaah hai…