Whenever India and Pakistan compete, the fans of both nations experience immense excitement. This time, the teams are set to clash in the Asia Cup 2025, where a high-voltage match is scheduled for September 14. India and Pakistan are grouped together in this tournament.
Who Dominates T20?
The T20 encounters between India and Pakistan have always been thrilling, tilting in favor of the 'Men in Blue.' Out of the 13 T20 International matches played, India secured victory in 10, including a memorable super over triumph during the 2007 T20 World Cup. Pakistan has managed only 3 wins, underscoring India's dominance in T20 cricket.
Asia Cup T20 Battles
From 2016 to 2022, India faced Pakistan in three T20 International matches during the Asia Cup, winning two and losing one. Thus, India's dominance over Pakistan in the Asia Cup T20 format continues.
Results of India-Pakistan Matches in the Asia Cup T20 Format
First Match - 27 February 2016: India won by 5 wickets Second Match - 28 August 2022: India won by 5 wickets Third Match - 4 September 2022: Pakistan won by 5 wickets
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ODI Format Showdown
In the One Day International (ODI) format of the Asia Cup, the confrontations between India and Pakistan have always been electrifying. Out of the 15 matches played, India has emerged victorious 8 times, while Pakistan has won 7 times. This indicates that India holds a slight edge over Pakistan in such tournaments, although each match remains intensely competitive.
Memorable Last Encounter: Kohli, Rahul, Kuldeep Shine
The last face-off in the Asia Cup between India and Pakistan occurred on September 10, 2023, at the R. Premadasa Stadium in Colombo. India scored a daunting 356 runs for 2 wickets in 50 overs, with Virat Kohli (122*) and KL Rahul (111*) playing stellar innings. Pakistan's team could only muster 128 runs, resulting in a massive 228-run defeat, with Kuldeep Yadav taking five crucial wickets to dismantle Pakistan's lineup.
For the Asia Cup 2025, Suryakumar Yadav has been entrusted with leading the Indian team, while Shubman Gill has been appointed as vice-captain. The squad comprises both young and experienced players, with Jasprit Bumrah making a comeback. This tournament will serve as a preparatory platform for the Indian team to finalize its strategy for the T20 World Cup 2026...
