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Asian Test Championship
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The countries which took part - Pakistan, Sri Lanka, India and Bangladesh
AdministratorAsian Cricket Council
FormatTest cricket
First edition1998–99
Latest edition2001–02
Tournament formatRound-robin tournament
Number of teams4[1]
Most successful Pakistan (1 title)
 Sri Lanka (1 title)

The Asian Test Championship was a Test cricket tournament contested by the Test-playing nations of Asia: India, Pakistan, Sri Lanka and Bangladesh. It was held only twice, in 1998–99 and in 2001–02. It was originally planned to be held every two years, alternately with the Asia Cup.[2] The third Championship was delayed for four years due to conflicting tours of the participating members.[citation needed] In 2006, the Asian Cricket Council cancelled the Asian Test Championship, as well as the Asian and African Cup, due to the tightly packed International cricket tour schedule.

The tournament winners were Pakistan in 1998–99 and Sri Lanka in 2001–02. Both tournaments contained three teams.

The Asian Test Championship is only the second example of a Test cricket tournament involving more than two teams, the first being the 1912 Triangular Tournament, which was held between Australia, England and South Africa. This tournament was considered to be the predecessor to the ICC World Test Championship that the International Cricket Council (ICC) was planning for the 9 member nations.[3]

1998–99 Asian Test Championship

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Main article: 1998–99 Asian Test Championship

Ranking:

  1.  Pakistan
  2.  Sri Lanka
  3.  India

2001–02 Asian Test Championship

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Main article: 2001–02 Asian Test Championship

Ranking:

  1.  Sri Lanka
  2.  Pakistan
  3.  Bangladesh

Bangladesh, Pakistan, Sri Lanka competed in the second Asian Test Championship between August 2001 and March 2002. India pulled out of the tournament due to political tensions with Pakistan. Pakistan and Sri Lanka both played Bangladesh in the two round robin matches. A win was worth 16 points, a tie 8 points and no points were awarded for a draw or loss. In addition to this, bonus points were awarded to teams for bowling and batting performances. Pakistan and Sri Lanka qualified for the final after convincingly beating Bangladesh in Multan Cricket Stadium in Pakistan and Colombo in Sri Lanka.

The final was held at Gaddafi Stadium in Lahore, Pakistan. Sri Lanka defeated Pakistan by 8 wickets to win the second Asian Test championship.[4]

Results

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Cycle Number of teams Final
Venue Winners Result Runners-up Player of the final Winning captain
1998–1999 3 National Stadium, Dhaka  Pakistan
594 		Pakistan won by an innings and 175 runs  Sri Lanka
231 & 188 		Pakistan Ijaz Ahmed Pakistan Wasim Akram
2001–2002 Gaddafi Stadium, Lahore  Sri Lanka
528 & 33/2 		Sri Lanka won by 8 Wickets  Pakistan
234 & 325 		Sri Lanka Kumar Sangakkara Sri Lanka Sanath Jayasuriya

Tournament summary

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Team Appearances Best result
Total First Latest
 Sri Lanka 2 1998–99 2001–02 Champions (2001–02)
 Pakistan 2 1998–99 2001–02 Champions (1998–99)
 India 1 1998–99 1998–99 Group stage (1998–99)
 Bangladesh 1 2001–02 2001–02 Group stage (2001–02)

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The Asian Test Championship was a tournament organized by the (ACC) contested by Asia's full-member Test nations, initially , , and , with joining for the second edition. The inaugural 1998–99 event followed a round-robin format among the three teams, culminating in a final where defeated by an innings and 175 runs to win the title. The 2001–02 edition expanded to include , with and advancing to the final after victories over ; claimed the championship by beating by eight wickets. Intended to promote regionally, the tournament highlighted intense rivalries but has not been held since 2002, despite occasional calls for its revival amid declining interest in the format outside major bilateral series.

History

Inception and Objectives

The Asian Test Championship was initiated by the to organize a dedicated multi-nation Test series among Asian teams, with the inaugural edition contested from 16 February to 16 March 1999. The event involved the three established Test-playing nations of the region—India, Pakistan, and —as Bangladesh lacked full Test membership at the time, preventing its participation. This structure marked only the second Test tournament globally to feature more than two teams, following historical precedents like the 1912 Triangular Tournament. The core objectives centered on promoting in , where shorter formats dominated popularity, by creating a structured to intensify regional rivalries and elevate the red-ball game's competitive standards. Planners intended it as a biennial competition, scheduled to alternate with the , thereby providing regular opportunities to identify and reward the continent's top Test side through a points-based league culminating in a final. This format aimed to build on the ACC's broader mandate to develop cricket infrastructure and foster sustained interest in the format across member nations.

Early Editions and Expansion Plans

The inaugural Asian Test Championship occurred from February to March 1999, involving the full member nations of the Asian Cricket Council at the time: India, Pakistan, and Sri Lanka. The format featured two league matches among the three teams, with the top two advancing to a final. Pakistan secured victory in the opening league encounter against India by 46 runs at Eden Gardens, Kolkata, between 16 and 20 February 1999, after posting 238 and 286 to India's 190 and 288. Sri Lanka defeated India in the second league match by an innings and 147 runs at Sinhalese Sports Club, Colombo, from 23 to 27 February 1999, scoring 355 to India's 537 declared and 251. Pakistan then triumphed in the final against Sri Lanka by an innings and 175 runs at Bangabandhu National Stadium, Dhaka, from 12 to 15 March 1999, compiling 594 (with centuries from Inzamam-ul-Haq and Yousuf Youhana) against Sri Lanka's 231 and 188. The second edition ran from August 2001 to March 2002, comprising , , and , as opted not to participate amid bilateral scheduling priorities. Following the same structure, won the first league match against by 9 wickets at Ibn-e-Qasim Bagh Stadium, , from 29 to 2 September 2001, dismissing for 107 and 204 while chasing a modest target. overcame by an and 278 runs at from 6 to 10 September 2001, declaring at 608 for 5 (led by Sanath Jayasuriya's 236) against 's 139 and 191. In the final at , , from 6 to 10 March 2002, chased down 's 319 and 240 for victory by 8 wickets, with scoring 270 not out. Conceived by the as a biennial to alternate with the and foster regional rivalry, the tournament initially targeted participation from Test-playing Asian nations, with each edition spanning approximately 25 days in a league-plus-final setup. Expansion considerations included integrating emerging full members like , achieved in the 2001–02 event shortly after their ICC elevation in 2000, though logistical challenges such as fixture congestion and bilateral tensions limited broader inclusion of associate nations or further growth beyond the core trio. No additional editions materialized despite the periodic intent, as priorities shifted toward global formats like the ICC Test Championship introduced in 2019.

Discontinuation and Underlying Causes

The 2001–02 Asian Test Championship proceeded without India following the Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI)'s withdrawal in August 2001, prompted by escalating political tensions and security concerns related to touring Pakistan amid bilateral strains. The BCCI cited governmental directives against cricketing engagements with Pakistan, particularly after India's refusal of a proposed Test and ODI series there earlier in the year, rendering participation in a multi-nation event involving Pakistan untenable. This left only Pakistan, Sri Lanka, and Bangladesh competing in a round-robin format across Colombo, Dhaka, and Lahore, with Pakistan securing a 168-run victory over Sri Lanka in the final held in Dhaka from October 6 to 10, 2002. India's absence, as the dominant Asian Test side at the time, significantly diminished the tournament's competitive balance and commercial appeal, evoking widespread disappointment among stakeholders who viewed it as a sabotage of regional Test cricket's growth. No further editions materialized after 2002, despite initial plans for biennial cycles alternating with the . In 2006, the (ACC) formally cancelled the Asian Test Championship, alongside the proposed Afro-Asian Cup, attributing the decision to the increasingly congested calendar, which prioritized bilateral series, ICC events, and emerging limited-overs formats over additional regional Test competitions. The packed schedules of full-member nations, exacerbated by the expansion of one-day internationals and the logistical burdens of —such as extended durations and high costs—rendered organizing a dedicated Asian event logistically and financially unsustainable without compromising player welfare or bilateral commitments. Underlying causal factors included the tournament's heavy reliance on India's participation for legitimacy and viewership, undermined by recurrent India-Pakistan geopolitical frictions that had already disrupted prior engagements, such as India's aborted 2001 tour of Pakistan. The 1998–99 edition's controversies, including riots following a controversial run-out in the India-Pakistan match and near-cancellation over security and rights issues, foreshadowed such vulnerabilities. Broader shifts in Asian cricket priorities toward revenue-generating white-ball formats, coupled with the ICC's later World Test Championship (inaugurated in 2019) providing a global alternative for Test competition, further eroded the rationale for a subcontinental equivalent, as regional rivalries were increasingly channeled through bilateral fixtures rather than structured tournaments. These elements collectively rendered revival improbable, with the ACC focusing instead on Asia Cups in shorter formats.

Tournament Format

Participating Teams and Eligibility

The Asian Test Championship was restricted to full members of the (ICC) possessing match status and geographically located in , comprising , , and—following its elevation to full Test-playing nation in November 2000—. This eligibility criterion aligned with the tournament's objective to crown a regional champion among Asia's established sides, excluding associate members or non-Test nations despite their involvement in other (ACC) events. Participation required commitment to a round-robin format, though geopolitical tensions, scheduling conflicts, and security concerns occasionally led to withdrawals, as evidenced by India's absence in the second edition despite eligibility. In the inaugural 1998–99 edition, the competing teams were , and Sri Lanka, reflecting the absence of other Asian Test nations at the time. Each side played the others once in a single round-robin, with matches hosted across their home territories: Pakistan versus in , versus Sri Lanka in , and Pakistan versus Sri Lanka in (a neutral venue selected for logistical reasons). The 2001–02 edition expanded eligibility to include Bangladesh upon its ICC-granted Test status, but India opted out, citing security risks associated with touring Pakistan amid escalating bilateral tensions post the 1999 conflict and the rise in cross-border militancy. Consequently, the tournament proceeded with , , and , featuring versus in , versus in , and a final between and in after topped the preliminary standings. This adjustment preserved the round-robin intent for the reduced field, with points awarded on match outcomes to determine progression.
EditionParticipating TeamsNotes
1998–99, Full trio of pre-Bangladesh Asian Test nations; round-robin format.
2001–02, , India eligible but withdrew; Bangladesh debuted post-Test status.

Structure and Scheduling

The Asian Test Championship adopted a multi-stage format comprising a preliminary round-robin league phase, in which participating teams competed in single matches against each other, followed by a one-off final between the top two sides based on league standings. Wins in the league stage awarded 12 points in the inaugural edition, with ties earning 6 points and draws or losses yielding none, though bonus points for batting milestones or achievements were not consistently applied across editions. The second edition adjusted scoring to 16 or 12 points for outright wins depending on margin, alongside 8 points for ties, while maintaining zero for draws or losses, and incorporating bonus points for first-innings leads or superior run rates. Scheduling emphasized neutral or rotating venues across host nations to accommodate bilateral tensions, with matches typically allocated five days under standard rules, though some concluded early due to decisive results. In the 1998–99 tournament, the league phase spanned February 16 to March 8, 1999: hosted at from February 16–20, hosted at Sinhalese Sports Club, , from February 24–28, and hosted at , , from March 4–8, culminating in the final at from March 12–16. This compressed timeline facilitated quick resolution but highlighted logistical challenges in coordinating across borders. The 2001–02 edition deviated with a protracted amid geopolitical strains, including India's non-participation due to security concerns over touring . League fixtures occurred in August–September 2001: hosted at from August 29–31 (concluding in three days via innings victory), and hosted at from September 6–8 (likewise shortened). The final, versus , was delayed until March 6–10, 2002, at , , reflecting scheduling disruptions from external factors rather than format rigidity. Overall, the tournament's biennial intent clashed with irregular calendars, as editions alternated with limited-overs Asia Cups but prioritized Test integrity over frequency.

Scoring and Qualification for Finals

The Asian Test Championship utilized a points-based league stage to determine the finalists, with the top two teams advancing to a one-off match final. In the 1998–99 edition, the three participating teams—, and —engaged in a full round-robin where each played the others once, accumulating points from match outcomes and first-innings bonuses. A victory awarded 12 points, a tie 6 points, and draws or losses 0 points, supplemented by bonus points for batting (up to 4 points for scoring 300 or more runs in the first innings) and (scaled from 1 point for 3–4 wickets to 4 points for 9–10 wickets taken in the first innings). This system incentivized decisive results over stalemates common in . Pakistan topped the table with 25 points (from one win, one draw, 5 batting bonuses, and 8 bonuses), followed by with 11 points (two draws plus bonuses), qualifying both for the final ahead of (4 points from bonuses only). The 2001–02 edition adjusted the league structure to two matches involving against and separately, reflecting Bangladesh's developmental status and avoiding a mismatched round-robin. The scoring mirrored the prior tournament's base points (12 for a win, 6 for a tie, 0 otherwise) with comparable first-innings bonuses, though totals suggested potentially enhanced bonus allocations or slight rule tweaks to reach higher aggregates. and each earned 24 points from defeating (including maximum or near-maximum bonuses), securing their final spots while scored 0. This format prioritized a high-stakes – final, bypassing a direct league clash between the frontrunners. Overall, the qualification emphasized performance metrics that rewarded aggression, but the system's reliance on bonuses drew scrutiny for enabling tactical play, such as influencing outcomes to select favorable finals opponents or maximize points without full victories. In practice, it effectively isolated elite matchups, with defeating in the 1998–99 final and prevailing by 8 wickets in 2001–02.

Individual Editions

1998–99 Asian Test Championship

The was the first edition of the tournament, organized by the to determine the premier team among Asian nations. It featured , and in a round-robin league stage, with each team playing two matches, followed by a final between the top two teams. Points were awarded for wins and draws, with topping the table on 25 points from one win and one draw, second with 11 points from two draws, and third with 10 points from one loss and one draw. In the opening league match, Pakistan defeated by 46 runs at , , from 16 to 20 February 1999. Pakistan scored 185 and 316 ( 188 not out), while replied with 223 and 232. The second match between and at Sinhalese Sports Club, , from 24 to 28 February 1999, ended in a , with declaring at 518 for 7 and later 306 for 5, against 's 485. Pakistan and drew their league encounter at , , from 4 to 8 March 1999, where Pakistan made 398 and 314 for 8 declared, and 328 and 165 for 2 chasing 385. The final, held at Bangabandhu National Stadium, , from 12 to 15 March 1999, saw crush by an innings and 175 runs. were bowled out for 231 and 188, while amassed 594 in their only innings. thus became the inaugural Asian Test Champions, securing US$250,000 in prize money. Leading performers included with 15 wickets at an average of 18.40 for , and topping run-scorers with 297 runs at 59.40.

2001–02 Asian Test Championship

The 2001–02 Asian Test Championship was the second edition of the tournament, contested between , , and after withdrew due to escalating political tensions with that prevented cross-border cricketing engagements. The format involved each of the two leading teams—Pakistan and —playing a single league match against , with the winners advancing to a final; both secured victories by an , setting up a decisive contest between them. emerged as champions, defeating by eight wickets in the final, highlighting their prowess led by , who claimed 18 wickets across the tournament. The opening league match took place from 29 to 31 August 2001 at Ibn-e-Qasim Bagh Stadium in , , where dominated . Batting first, scored 134 in their first innings, bowled out cheaply by 's pace attack including (4/58). responded with 546/3 declared, powered by centuries from (184) and Yousuf Youhana (112), before dismissing for 148 in their second innings, securing an innings victory by 264 runs. Sri Lanka hosted the second league match from 6 to 8 September 2001 at Sinhalese Sports Club in against . managed only 90 in their first , with Muralitharan taking 5/22. Sri Lanka amassed 555/5 declared, featuring a double century from (287) and supporting knocks from (91) and (104*). Forced to , added 328 in their second , but fell short by an innings and 137 runs as Sri Lanka's bowlers, including (4/102), wrapped up the win.
MatchDatesVenueResult
v 29–31 August 2001, won by an innings and 264 runs
v 6–8 September 2001, won by an innings and 137 runs
Final: v 6–10 March 2002, won by 8 wickets
The final unfolded from 6 to 10 March 2002 at in , where batted first and scored 234, with Muralitharan (5/71) dismantling their middle order. built a commanding lead, posting 528 in reply, anchored by Sangakkara's 270 and contributions from Jayasuriya (60) and Tillakaratne (65). 's second innings yielded 325—featuring half-centuries from (70), (62), and (77)—setting a target of 32, which they chased down for the loss of two wickets in 7.4 overs, with Jayasuriya (17*) and Sangakkara (9*) finishing unbeaten. Sangakkara was named for his 298 tournament runs, underscoring 's batting depth and spin dominance in securing the title.

Results and Records

Overall Tournament Outcomes

The Asian Test Championship produced distinct outcomes across its two editions, with claiming the inaugural title in 1998–99 after defeating by an innings and 175 runs in the final at Bangabandhu National Stadium, , from March 12 to 15, 1999. , in turn, secured the 2001–02 championship by chasing down 's target of 264 to win by 8 wickets in the final at , , from March 6 to 10, 2002. These results highlighted the competitive edge between and , who met in both finals and alternated as champions, while other participants like and were eliminated in preliminary stages.
EditionWinnerRunner-upFinal MarginFinal Venue
1998–99Innings and 175 runsBangabandhu National Stadium, Dhaka
2001–028 wickets
The absence of repeat victories underscores the tournament's limited scope and the varying strengths among Asian Test teams during this period, with no single side dominating both events. Overall, the championships affirmed and as the preeminent Asian Test powers in these editions, based on their performance in the decisive finals following round-robin qualifiers.

Team Performance Statistics

In the two editions of the Asian Test Championship, and demonstrated the strongest performances among participating teams, each securing one title. won the 1998–99 edition by defeating in the final by an innings and 175 runs at on March 15, 1999. claimed the 2001–02 title, beating in the final by 8 wickets at on March 10, 2002. participated only in the inaugural event, exiting after the league stage, while featured solely in the second edition and suffered defeats in both its matches. The tournament structure involved a round-robin league phase followed by a final between the top two teams. In 1998–99, with three teams (, ), each played two league matches; Pakistan topped the standings with 25 points from 1 win and 1 draw, advancing to beat in the decider. The 2001–02 edition, also with three teams (, , ), saw the top sides each defeat in the league before 's final victory. Aggregate team records across both editions reflect these outcomes, with holding the edge in wins despite 's later success:
TeamMatches PlayedWinsLossesDrawsTitles
53111
52121
20110
20200
Pakistan's league win over by 46 runs at on February 16–20, 1999, and draw with contributed to its strong showing in the first edition. 's undefeated league record in 2001–02, including an by 137 runs over at on September 6–8, 2001, underscored its dominance. No team achieved a draw in the 2001–02 league phase, highlighting more decisive results compared to the draw-heavy 1998–99 standings.

Individual Player Achievements

In the 1998–99 Asian Test Championship, Sri Lanka's topped the run charts with 297 runs in five at an of 59.40. India's followed closely with 292 runs in four at an of 73.00, while Pakistan's scored 291 runs in five at an of 72.75. Pakistan's dominated bowling, claiming 15 wickets in six at an of 18.40, ahead of India's (13 wickets at 10.15) and Pakistan's (12 wickets at 29.75). The 2001–02 edition saw Sri Lanka's Kumar Sangakkara lead run-scoring with 298 runs. Sri Lanka's Muttiah Muralitharan excelled with the ball, taking 18 wickets across the tournament. Notable batting performances included Marvan Atapattu's fifth Test double-century during the event, contributing to Sri Lanka's strong showing. Across both editions, standout individual feats included Wasim Akram's all-round impact in 1998–99, where his pace and swing were pivotal in Pakistan's victory, and Muralitharan's spin mastery in 2001–02, which helped Sri Lanka secure the title by exploiting turning pitches. No player dominated cumulatively over the two tournaments due to the limited scope, but these performances highlighted the emergence of key Asian talents in Test cricket.

Legacy and Future Prospects

Impact on Asian Cricket Development

The Asian Test Championship provided an early structured multi-team competition for Test-playing Asian nations, serving as a conceptual precursor to the ICC World Test Championship by testing a points-based league format involving more than two teams. This arrangement encouraged intra-regional matches beyond bilateral series, potentially sharpening competitive edges among , , and later through concentrated high-stakes encounters. For emerging teams like , which hosted the 1998–99 final at Bangabandhu National Stadium in on March 12–15, 1999—where defeated by an innings and 175 runs—the event marked an initial foray into accommodating elite infrastructure and logistics. 's full participation in the 2001–02 edition, facing defeats by an innings against both and between August 2001 and March 2002, offered practical exposure to full Test schedules shortly after gaining ICC Test status in 2000, aiding foundational experience in the format despite the lopsided results. However, the tournament's brevity—limited to two editions—and failure to embed deeply in subcontinental fan preferences constrained its broader developmental influence, as evidenced by the Asian Cricket Council's decision to cancel future iterations in 2006 amid scheduling pressures. While it highlighted logistical viability for regional Test events, including neutral venues like for finals, sustained growth in Asian Test cricket has relied more on bilateral tours and global ICC structures than this short-lived initiative.

Reasons for Lack of Revival

The third edition of the Asian Test Championship, originally planned following the 2001–02 event, was delayed by four years owing to conflicting international tours among participating nations and ultimately cancelled by the in 2006 due to the tightly packed global schedule. This decision reflected broader challenges in accommodating additional multi-team Test series amid bilateral commitments and emerging formats. Subsequent plans to revive the tournament, such as discussions in 2004 for a 2005 resumption, failed to materialize for similar logistical reasons. Geopolitical tensions, particularly between and , have persistently hindered revival efforts; 's withdrawal from the 2001–02 edition stemmed from heightened political conflicts, including the December 2001 attack on the Indian Parliament, which escalated bilateral strains and made participation untenable. Without —the dominant financial and competitive force—the tournament's viability diminished, as its absence led to substantial revenue losses for the from reduced television rights and sponsorship interest. Ongoing restrictions on - bilateral , limited to multilateral events under neutral venues for limited-overs formats, further complicate Test scheduling, which requires home-and-away fixtures and extended travel. The proliferation of the ICC World Test Championship, launched in 2019 as a league-based global competition involving all full-member nations, has overshadowed regional initiatives by fulfilling demand for structured contention without the added coordination burdens of continent-specific events. Declining spectator and broadcast interest in across , , and —where limited-overs formats dominate domestically—exacerbates financial disincentives, as boards prioritize revenue-generating white-ball series over low-yield Tests. Coordination lapses among members, evident in stalled proposals, compound these issues, with no unified push for revival amid packed Future Tours Programmes.

Contemporary Discussions and Proposals

In recent years, the has not pursued formal proposals to revive the Asian Test Championship, with its resources directed toward limited-overs events such as the and development tournaments for associate nations. This absence of initiative reflects the constrained international schedule, where Test matches are allocated primarily through bilateral series and the ICC World Test Championship (WTC), a cycle encompassing all full-member teams since 2019. Asian full members—, , , and —compete regularly in the WTC, which features points-based qualification leading to a final, as seen in the 2023–2025 edition concluding with defeating on June 11, 2025. Geopolitical factors, notably India-Pakistan tensions, have stymied bilateral series since 2007, limiting opportunities for regional multilateral formats. A September 2025 analysis suggested leveraging India's government policy—permitting participation in ICC multilateral events—to facilitate Indo-Pak Tests, potentially paving the way for broader Asian fixtures, though no ACC endorsement followed. The last notable mention of revival came in 2008 from then-ACC president , who floated the idea amid efforts to bolster , but it did not progress. Broader reforms, including ICC discussions on a two-tier system for the 2027–2029 WTC cycle, prioritize global restructuring over regional tournaments, with voicing opposition to relegation risks. Informal enthusiast debates, such as those in 2024 proposing inclusion of in a round-robin format, highlight lingering interest but lack institutional traction. The ACC's focus remains on fostering associate growth through 50-over and T20 events, underscoring 's marginalization in Asian priorities.

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