India and Pakistan, two close neighbours with a long and bitter history, share borders, cultures and an avid passion for cricket despite any rivalries that might otherwise exist between them. On Saturday evening, this rivalry will reach new heights when India host Pakistan for an event expected to draw up to half a billion viewers during a World Cup game which may draw more than 5 billion people globally.
This match has been filled with historical tension. Both teams feature talented players, but India holds an advantage due to its head-to-head record. In this article, we will discuss the high lights of Pakistan national cricket team vs India national cricket team standings.
1. India vs Pakistan ODI Series
India and Pakistan have not met regularly since 2012; instead they’ve usually only come face-to-face during multi-nation tournaments like the Asia Cup. When they do collide though, their encounters always make for spectacular watching; here are some of their most thrilling ODI encounters between 2012-2017:
On October 1, 1978, these two nations first faced each other in one-day cricket for the first time, although limited-overs cricket was still at its infancy stage. Soon thereafter however, limited-overs cricket soon become synonymous with fierce rivalry between Pakistan and Australia as Pakistan emerged victorious by six runs after Saeed Anwar set a world record score of 194 runs off 146 deliveries for Pakistan – an epic match which remains remembered fondly today.
Tensions were high after this match, as Pakistan fans burned Wasim Akram as an act of protest against Indian spinner Vinod Kambli’s 5-for 56 haul against Sachin Tendulkar was unforgettable and memorable for India and Pakistan ODI fans alike. Vinod Kambli also took note in this encounter for his brilliant catch that will remain remembered fondly from India-Pakistan ODI series.
One of the standout ODIs of 2007 Champions Trophy in Kolkata featured India versus Pakistan as the deciding match, when Rohit Sharma led India until they succumbed late and were bowled out for 272. Even Virender Sehwag’s excellent century wasn’t enough to save India, as Pakistan cruised home and won their inaugural title of this tournament.
MS Dhoni marked his international debut during this match. The young right-hander donned his trademark dyed locks, arriving at the crease with an air of rock star charisma. Once at bat, however, Dhoni unleashed an extraordinary masterclass against their opposition as he scored an unbeaten 183 from just 148 balls to lead India home with over two overs to spare.
2. India vs Pakistan Test Series
India and Pakistan continue playing cricket despite political differences between them, maintaining one of the greatest rivalries in world cricket with fiercely competitive teams representing both nations. Matches often serve to express political views or promote nationalism; others serve to highlight social problems or raise funds.
India-Pakistan Test series are an annual feature on the international calendar, beginning with their inaugural match held in 1952 a year after India and Pakistan separated as independent nations. Both nations have gone head to head in 15 Test series; India winning eight of them while Pakistan winning 7. Additionally, 12 T20I matches between them have also taken place with both teams winning four games each.
Pakistan has made steady strides forward over the last decade in Test play. They finished fifth in both ICC Test Championship and Asian Test Championship (replaced by Asian Test Championship in 2002), won various major tournaments such as 1992 World Cup and 2009 T20 World Cup; defeated Bangladesh and Sri Lanka in Test matches and won both ODI and T20I series during a tour to Zimbabwe where they triumphantly emerged victorious; this win resulted in being upgraded by ICC to five-star team status.
Pakistan is an incredible cricket team led by Sarfraz Ahmed that boasts some of the greatest fast bowlers worldwide and is currently third in ICC Test Rankings. Their formidable side can cause upsets against even top teams worldwide!
3. India vs Pakistan T20 Series
India and Pakistan rivalry is one of the most exciting in world cricket. These archrivals meet each other regularly in One Day Internationals (ODI) and Twenty20 Internationals (T20Is), dating all the way back to 1952 when they first faced each other during a Test series; since then they’ve met numerous times for both ODIs and T20Is; their history of fierce rivalry has seen some tense moments, but never-the-less the match remains exciting and full of fireworks!
Last time these teams squared off in a T20 international, Babar Azam’s Pakistan side won by six runs against India. Now, Indian fans hope to avenge this loss and qualify for the Super Eight round.
Rohit Sharma will face Babar Azam’s Pakistan team at the Nassau County International Cricket Stadium in New York on Sunday at 8 pm IST for an exhibition match, live broadcasted via Star Sports channels as well as streamed via Disney+ Hotstar app.
Both teams will be eager to win this match and remain alive in the tournament, but India holds an edge with respect to head-to-head records against their arch-rivals, having recently come off an easy win against Ireland and suffering an upset loss against USA.
Pakistan have shown consistent development since their World Cup exit, including reaching the final of Champions Trophy 2017 where they beat India and becoming top-ranked Test team in 2016. Their results can often vary dramatically, providing fans with plenty of excitement as results often fluctuate wildly between one match to the next.
4. India vs Pakistan T20I Series
India-Pakistan cricket rivalry is one of the fiercest rivalries in world cricket. First ignited by Javed Miandad’s last-ball six against Chetan Sharma at Austral-Asia Cup 1986, this rivalry has gone on to produce three ICC World Twenty20 championships, four Champions Trophy trophies and multiple Test and ODI series between them since 1986. India have played twelve T20 matches against Pakistan so far with India winning eight times; on Sunday at Nassau County International Cricket Stadium Group A match will resume!
Rohit Sharma and Ireland will come into this game fresh off an impressive win against Ireland while Babar Azam’s side look to overcome a shock loss to co-hosts USA. Both teams must adjust quickly as it will likely be played on an uneven pitch with fast speeds and uneven bounce, forcing their opponents to adapt swiftly or face defeat.
A draw will end the pool stage with both teams finishing on four points each, while victory for India would see them advance to the Super 8s and advance further in the competition. As only two teams from each group advance to the semi-finals, any one of them could make it through.
On June 9th at 10:30 a.m. ET, but due to inclement weather the match won’t start until 11:20 am. A full T20 match typically lasts about three hours and 20 minutes; should either team be tied at the conclusion of 40 overs play, an extra super over will be played before further super overs are conducted until a winner emerges.
5. India vs Pakistan T20I Match
India and Pakistan will meet head to head in an explosive Group A match of the 2024 T20 World Cup at Nassau County International Cricket Stadium in New York on June 9. Both nations are former T20 World Cup champions – with India winning in 2007 while Pakistan were victorious two years later in 2010.
India are coming into this match on the heels of an 8-wicket win against Ireland while Pakistan have suffered an embarrassment at the hands of hosts USA in their opener, leaving Babar Azam-led side eager to make amends against India when playing for second spot on Sunday.
India-Pakistan matches always create immense excitement among fans and players alike, not just spectators but also players themselves. This was evident during their previous clashes; their last T20I encounter took place at the 2021 edition, where India triumphed by 10 wickets after an intense, high-scoring encounter.
India have won four out of the five T20I matches between India and Pakistan over the last month while Pakistan have lost three. India have been on an upward trend recently, reaching the semi-finals of both tournaments (T20 World Cup 2022 and Asia Cup 2019 – though ultimately lost to England).
India and Pakistan face-off is sure to captivate fans at Nassau County International Cricket Stadium and will undoubtedly generate plenty of anticipation and buzz among spectators. Both teams boast strong sides that look poised to dominate with power-hitting skills; Babar Azam for Pakistan while Rohit Sharma will look to continue his stellar form with bat and ball.
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