The cricket rivalry between India and Pakistan is one of the most intense in the sport’s history. Matches between these two nations transcend the game, often reflecting broader geopolitical tensions and national pride. Below is an updated and accurate timeline of their encounters, along with details of upcoming fixtures.
Past Encounters
| Date | Event | Venue | Result | Format |
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| 1952-10-16 | 1st Test Match | New Delhi, India | India won by an innings and 70 runs | Test |
| 1978-10-01 | 1st ODI | Quetta, Pakistan | India won by 4 runs | ODI |
| 1985-03-10 | World Championship of Cricket Final | Melbourne, Australia | India won by 8 wickets (India 177/2 in 47.1 overs; Pakistan 176/9 in 50 overs) | ODI |
| 1986-04-18 | Austral-Asia Cup Final | Sharjah, UAE | Pakistan won by 1 wicket (Pakistan 248/9 in 50 overs; India 245/7 in 50 overs) | ODI |
| 2007-09-24 | ICC World Twenty20 Final | Johannesburg, South Africa | India won by 5 runs (India 157/5 in 20 overs; Pakistan 152 all out in 19.3 overs) | T20I |
| 2017-06-18 | ICC Champions Trophy Final | The Oval, London | Pakistan won by 180 runs (Pakistan 338/4 in 50 overs; India 158 all out in 30.3 overs) | ODI |
| 2025-02-23 | ICC Champions Trophy | Dubai, UAE | India won by 6 wickets (Pakistan 240 all out in 49.4 overs; India 241/4 in 43.3 overs) | ODI |
Upcoming Fixtures
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2025 Asia Cup
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Date: September 14, 2025
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Venue: Dubai International Cricket Stadium, Dubai
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Format: T20I
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Details: This highly anticipated match marks the first encounter between India and Pakistan since the recent geopolitical tensions. Both teams are expected to bring their best to the field.
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2026 ICC T20 World Cup
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Date: October 2026
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Venue: Australia
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Format: T20I
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Details: The 2026 T20 World Cup will feature India and Pakistan facing off in what is expected to be another thrilling encounter between the two cricketing giants.
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2027 ICC Cricket World Cup
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Date: 2027
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Venue: To be announced
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Format: ODI
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Details: The 2027 World Cup will see these two nations clash once again, with both teams aiming to assert their dominance on the global stage.
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Head-to-Head Overview
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ODIs: Out of 136 matches, Pakistan leads with 73 wins, while India has 58 victories.
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T20Is: India has won 9 out of 13 encounters.
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Tests: The teams have played 59 Test matches, with Pakistan winning 12 and India 9.
ICC Tournament Titles
| Tournament | India | Pakistan |
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| ICC Cricket World Cup | 2 | 1 |
| ICC T20 World Cup | 2 | 1 |
| ICC Champions Trophy | 3 | 1 |
Read more: India vs UAE: 2025 Asia Cup Match
Key Highlights
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India’s Dominance in World Cups: India has a perfect record against Pakistan in World Cup encounters, winning all 8 matches.
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Pakistan’s Victory in 2017 Champions Trophy: Pakistan’s 180-run win in the final remains one of the most significant upsets in the rivalry.
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Memorable Moments: From Javed Miandad’s last-ball six in 1986 to India’s dramatic win in the 2007 T20 World Cup final, these matches have produced unforgettable moments.
