The India vs Pakistan cricket rivalry is one of the most intense in the history of cricket; this match draws massive global audiences. The first-ever ODI match between India and Pakistan was played on October 1, 1978, at Pakistan’s Ayub National Cricket Stadium in Quetta. India, led by Bishen Singh Bedi, won the close contest by four runs after scoring 170/7 and restricting Pakistan to 166/8. Mohinder Amarnath scored a half-century and became the first Player of the Match in an India–Pakistan ODI. Pakistan, however, went on to win the inaugural three-match series 2–1.
In the 2025 Asia Cup final in Dubai, India defeated Pakistan by five wickets to claim their ninth title. Pakistan scored 146 in 19.1 overs, with Sahibzada Farhan top-scoring with 57, while Kuldeep Yadav took 4 for 30. India chased down the target in 19.4 overs, with the help of Tilak Varma’s unbeaten 69 off 53 balls.
In the ICC Women’s World Cup in Colombo, India defeated Pakistan by 88 runs. India scored 247, with Harleen Deol contributing 46 and Richa Ghosh adding a quick 35*. Pakistan were bowled out for 159, with Sidra Amin scoring 81. Kranti Goud took 3 for 20 for India.
During the match, there was a controversial moment when Pakistan’s Muneeba Ali was given a run-out after a third umpire reversal. The confusion over the decision caused protests from Pakistan’s players, but the call stood. Despite the controversy, India maintained their unbeaten start to the tournament.
India vs Pakistan: India’s men’s team dominance over Pakistan in the ODI WORLD CUP
In the India vs Pakistan rivalry, Team India has dominated Team Pakistan in ODI World Cup history. The two teams have faced each other eight times, and India has won all eight matches. Pakistan has never beaten India in the tournament. India’s highest total in a World Cup match against Pakistan is 336, while Pakistan’s best score is 273. The lowest total by Pakistan is 173, and India’s lowest is 192.
In 1992, India defeated Pakistan by 43 runs, followed by another win in 1996 by 39 runs. The 1999 match saw India win by 47 runs, and in 2003, they chased successfully to win by six wickets. India continued their streak with a 29-run victory in 2011, a 76-run win in 2015, and an 89-run win (DLS method) in 2019. Their latest triumph came in 2023, when India won by seven wickets after bowling out Pakistan for 191.
| Year | Result | Margin | India Score | Pakistan Score |
| 1992 | India won | 43 runs | 216/7 | 173 |
| 1996 | India won | 39 runs | 287/8 | 248 |
| 1999 | India won | 47 runs | 227/6 | 180 |
| 2003 | India won | 6 wickets | 276/4 | 273/7 |
| 2011 | India won | 29 runs | 260/9 | 231 |
| 2015 | India won | 76 runs | 300/7 | 224 |
| 2019 | India won | 89 runs (DLS) | 336/5 | 212/6 (40 overs) |
| 2023 | India won | 7 wickets | 192/3 (30.3 overs) | 191/10 (42.5 overs) |
India’s women’s team’s dominance over Pakistan in the ODI WORLD CUP
India’s women’s cricket team has completely dominated the Pakistani women’s team in the ICC Women’s ODI World Cup and bilateral ODI matches. Across all ODI meetings, India has secured 12 wins out of 12 matches against Pakistan.
In their most recent World Cup clash on October 5, 2025, India defeated Pakistan by 88 runs in Colombo. Earlier, India won by 107 runs at Mount Maunganui in 2022 and by 95 runs at Derby in 2017. Other notable wins include a 207-run victory in Dambulla (2008) and a 193-run win in Karachi (2005).
| Year | Winner | Margin | Ground |
| Oct 5, 2025 | India Women | 88 runs | Colombo (RPS) |
| Mar 6, 2022 | India Women | 107 runs | Mount Maunganui |
| Jul 2, 2017 | India Women | 95 runs | Derby |
| Feb 19, 2017 | India Women | 7 wickets | Colombo (PSS) |
| Feb 7, 2013 | India Women | 6 wickets | Cuttack |
| Mar 7, 2009 | India Women | 10 wickets | Bowral |
| May 9, 2008 | India Women | 207 runs | Dambulla |
| May 5, 2008 | India Women | 182 runs | Kurunegala |
| Dec 19, 2006 | India Women | 103 runs | Jaipur |
| Dec 13, 2006 | India Women | 80 runs | Jaipur |
| Jan 2, 2006 | India Women | 10 wickets | Karachi |
| Dec 30, 2005 | India Women | 193 runs | Karachi |
FAQs
Q. Which Indian player is best against Pakistan?
A. When playing Pakistan, Virat Kohli is regarded as the best Indian player. He has surpassed Rohit Sharma to score the most runs against them in ICC ODI competitions.
Q. What made India decline to play in Pakistan?
A. India has declined to play in Pakistan due to security concerns following terrorist attacks in Indian-controlled areas such as Pahalgam and earlier in Mumbai.
Q. Are players from Pakistan permitted in India?
A. The Indian team hasn’t visited Pakistan since the Mumbai attacks, and Pakistani players haven’t been permitted to play in the Indian Premier League (IPL) since 2008.
Q. Did India decline to accept the trophy?
A. India refused to accept the Asia Cup trophy because it was being presented by Mohsin Naqvi, the ACC president and Pakistan’s interior minister.
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