The cricket rivalry between India and Pakistan is one of the most intense and storied in sports history. Since their first encounter in 1952, the two national teams have faced each other across various formats, creating numerous memorable moments.

Overall Head-to-Head Record:

• Test Matches: Played 59 times; Pakistan leads with 12 wins, India has 9, and 38 matches ended in a draw.
• One Day Internationals (ODIs): Out of 136 matches, Pakistan has won 73, while India has secured 58 victories; 5 matches had no result.
• Twenty20 Internationals (T20Is): In 13 encounters, India leads with 9 wins to Pakistan’s 3, and 1 match ended without a result.

ICC Tournament Clashes:

• Cricket World Cup: India has a perfect record against Pakistan, winning all 8 encounters since 1992.
• T20 World Cup: India leads with 6 wins out of 8 matches; Pakistan recorded their first win in this format during the 2021 T20 World Cup.
• Champions Trophy: Both teams have 3 wins each in their 6 meetings. Notably, Pakistan defeated India in the 2017 Champions Trophy final by 180 runs.

Recent Encounter:

On February 23, 2025, during the ICC Champions Trophy, India defeated Pakistan by six wickets in Dubai. Pakistan posted a total of 241 runs, with contributions from Saud Shakeel and Mohammad Rizwan. India’s chase was anchored by Virat Kohli’s unbeaten 100, marking his 51st ODI century, leading to a comfortable victory. citeturn0news18

This victory places India at the top of Group A, nearly securing a spot in the semi-finals, while Pakistan faces potential elimination from the tournament. citeturn0news19

The India-Pakistan cricket rivalry continues to captivate fans worldwide, offering thrilling matches and unforgettable moments.

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