The India–Pakistan cricket rivalry remains one of the sport’s most intense, with every meeting delivering pressure and unforgettable moments. In 2025, two major chapters stood out: India’s Champions Trophy win in Pakistan, driven by Virat Kohli’s unbeaten century, and their Asia Cup title in Dubai, with Tilak Varma’s 69 in the final* and Abhishek Sharma’s explosive 74 in the Super Four stage.
These performances underline India’s recent dominance. With their next clash scheduled for 15 February 2026 at the R Premadasa Stadium in Colombo during the T20 World Cup, anticipation is already rising. This article breaks down their head-to-head record and the key moments shaping this iconic rivalry.
Recent Clash: India Beat Pakistan in Dubai (Asia Cup 2025 Final)
In the Asia Cup 2025 final in Dubai, India defeated Pakistan by 5 wickets in a thrilling last-over chase. Pakistan batted first and posted 146 runs, with Sahibzada Farhan top-scoring with 57 off 38 balls.
India’s innings started shakily at 20/3, but Tilak Varma’s unbeaten 69 off 53 balls anchored the chase. He built crucial partnerships with Sanju Samson (24 off 21) and Shivam Dube (33 off 22) to steer India to victory at 150/5 in 19.4 overs. Tilak was named Player of the Match, while Abhishek Sharma claimed the Player of the Series award for his all-round performances.
Earlier in the group stage, India had also beaten Pakistan by 7 wickets. Kuldeep Yadav’s spin (4/30) restricted Pakistan to 127/9, before Suryakumar Yadav (47)* and Abhishek Sharma (31 off 13) powered India to a comfortable chase in just 15.5 overs.
India vs Pakistan Head To Head (1952 – 2026)
The rivalry between India and Pakistan stretches back to 1952 when the two nations first faced each other in a Test match. Since then, they’ve battled across all three formats of international cricket, producing many classic encounters and unforgettable moments along the way.
Here’s a look at the overall head-to-head record between India and Pakistan across formats:
| Format | Matches Played | India Wins | Pakistan Wins | Tied / No Result / Draw |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Test | 59 | 9 | 12 | 38 |
| ODI | 136 | 58 | 73 | 5 |
| T20I | 16 | 12 | 3 | 1 |
| Total | 211 | 79 | 88 | 44 |
As we can see, Pakistan holds a slight edge overall, particularly in Tests and ODIs. However, India has dominated the more recent T20I encounters between the two sides.
India vs Pakistan in Test Cricket
Test cricket is where the India-Pakistan rivalry first took shape, with the two nations playing their inaugural Test series against each other in 1952. Over the decades, they’ve produced some epic battles in the game’s longest format.
Here’s a breakdown of their Test head-to-head record:
| Matches | Innings | India Won | Pakistan Won | Drawn |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 59 | 118 | 9 | 12 | 38 |
While Pakistan holds the edge in Test wins, the most striking aspect is the high number of drawn matches – a reflection of the tense, attritional nature of many India-Pakistan Test encounters.
Test Records
Some key Test records in India-Pakistan matches:
Highest Team Total:
India: 675/5 declared (Multan, 2004)
Pakistan: 699/5 declared (Lahore, 1989)
Lowest Team Total:
India: 106 (Lucknow, 1952)
Pakistan: 116 (Bangalore, 1987)
Most Runs:
India: Sunil Gavaskar (2,089 runs)
Pakistan: Javed Miandad (2,228 runs)
Highest Individual Score:
India: Virender Sehwag (309, Multan 2004)
Pakistan: Javed Miandad (280*, Hyderabad 1983)
Most Wickets:
India: Kapil Dev (99 wickets)
Pakistan: Imran Khan (94 wickets)
Best Bowling Figures:
India: Anil Kumble (10/74, Delhi 1999)
Pakistan: Imran Khan (8/60, Karachi 1982)
India vs Pakistan In ODI Cricket
One-day cricket has produced some of the most thrilling and memorable encounters between India and Pakistan. The shorter format has seen fortunes swing dramatically and produced several nail-biting finishes.
Here’s how the two teams stack up in ODIs:
| Matches | India Won | Pakistan Won | Tied/NR |
|---|---|---|---|
| 136 | 58 | 73 | 5 |
Pakistan holds a clear advantage in ODIs, though India has been closing the gap in recent years.
ODI Records
Some notable ODI records from India-Pakistan clashes:
Highest Team Total:
India: 356/9 (Visakhapatnam, 2005)
Pakistan: 344/8 (Karachi, 2004)
Lowest Team Total:
India: 79 (Sialkot, 1978)
Pakistan: 87 (Sharjah, 1985)
Most Runs:
India: Sachin Tendulkar (2,526 runs)
Pakistan: Inzamam-ul-Haq (2,403 runs)
Highest Individual Score:
India: Virat Kohli (183, Dhaka 2012)
Pakistan: Saeed Anwar (194, Chennai 1997)
Most Wickets:
India: Anil Kumble (54 wickets)
Pakistan: Wasim Akram (60 wickets)
Best Bowling Figures:
India: Anil Kumble (6/12, Sharjah 1993)
Pakistan: Aaqib Javed (7/37, Sharjah 1991)
India vs Pakistan In T20Is
T20 cricket has added a new dimension to the India-Pakistan rivalry, with high-octane encounters in world tournaments producing instant classics.
Here’s how they match up in the shortest format:
| Matches | India Won | Pakistan Won | Tied/NR |
|---|---|---|---|
| 16 | 12 | 3 | 1 |
India has dominated T20I encounters so far, winning 11 out of 15 matches.
T20I Records
Key T20I records from India-Pakistan matches:
Highest Team Total:
India: 192/5 (Ahmedabad, 2012)
Pakistan: 182/5 (Dubai, 2022)
Lowest Team Total:
India: 119 (Colombo, 2012)
Pakistan: 83 (Dhaka, 2016)
Most Runs:
India: Virat Kohli (492 runs)
Pakistan: Mohammad Rizwan (228 runs)
Highest Individual Score:
India: Virat Kohli (82*, Melbourne 2022)
Pakistan: Mohammad Rizwan (79*, Dubai 2021)
Most Wickets:
India: Hardik Pandya (13 wickets)
Pakistan: Umar Gul (11 wickets)
Best Bowling Figures:
India: Hardik Pandya (3/8, Mirpur 2016)
Pakistan: Mohammad Asif (4/18, Durban 2007)
India vs Pakistan In ICC matches
Due to political tensions, India and Pakistan rarely play bilateral series these days, with their encounters mostly restricted to multi-nation tournaments like ICC events and the Asia Cup. This has only heightened the stakes and drama whenever they meet.
The last bilateral series between the two teams took place in 2012-13, when Pakistan toured India for a short limited-overs series. Since then, they have only faced each other in ICC tournaments and the Asia Cup. Their most recent clash came in the ICC Champions Trophy 2025, where India secured a dominant six-wicket victory, extending their unbeaten ODI streak against Pakistan to 6-0 since the 2017 Champions Trophy final.
| Tournament | Matches | India Won | Pakistan Won | Tied/NR |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| ODI World Cup | 8 | 8 | 0 | 0 |
| T20 World Cup | 8 | 6 | 1 | 1 |
| Champions Trophy | 6 | 3 | 3 | 0 |
India’s dominance in World Cup encounters, particularly in the 50-over format, is striking. They’ve won all 8 of their ODI World Cup matches against Pakistan. In T20 World Cups, India holds a 6-1 advantage, with one match tied (which India won in a bowl-out).
India vs Pakistan in ACC matches
India and Pakistan have faced each other 19 times in ACC tournaments, including the Asia Cup and the Asian Test Championship. Here is their head-to-head record in these competitions:
| Tournament | Matches Played | India Won | Pakistan Won | No Result |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Asia Cup (ODI) | 15 | 8 | 5 | 2 |
| Asia Cup (T20) | 6 | 5 | 1 | 0 |
| Asian Test Championship | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0 |
| Total | 22 | 13 | 7 | 2 |
When Will India and Pakistan Clash Again?
India and Pakistan will next face each other on 15 February 2026 in the ICC Men’s T20 World Cup. The match is scheduled at the R Premadasa Stadium in Colombo, where both teams will meet in a crucial Group A fixture. With the rivalry returning to a major ICC event, this game is expected to draw massive global attention.
The timing of the clash also makes it significant — an early group-stage match that can influence momentum and shape the route to the Super Eight stage for both sides. Fans have been eagerly waiting for another IND vs PAK encounter, and the 2026 T20 World Cup finally brings the next chapter of this iconic rivalry.
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Conclusion: India’s Dominance Over Pakistan Rolls On!
India vs Pakistan remains cricket’s most thrilling rivalry, steeped in history and emotion. While Pakistan still holds a narrow lead in overall Tests and ODIs, India has been the superior side in recent years, especially in major tournaments.
With back-to-back titles in the 2025 Champions Trophy and the Asia Cup, India have reinforced their edge in high-stakes matches. Since bilateral series between the two teams are rare, every ICC or ACC meeting carries extra weight, and this rivalry continues to captivate fans worldwide with unforgettable contests.
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