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Pakistan and India are widely regarded as the greatest and the most intense cricket rivals in the history of sports. Far from the boundaries of the cricket field, an IND vs PAK match reflects clash of cultures, politics, and national pride. With millions of fans globally, these encounters are less about statistics and more about legacy.
However, beyond the traditional ‘Pak-India criket rivalry’, the numbers tell a compelling story. This article presents a comprehensive breakdown of the Pakistan vs India overall record, including ODI, T20, and World Cup stats, recent match outcomes, and a detailed analysis of which team currently has the upper hand.
Pakistan vs India Overall Record
While discussing the Indo-Pak overall cricket record, it is important to separate bilateral series (which have been suspended since 2012 due to political tensions) from multi-national tournaments. Currently, the two neighbouring cricket-giants only play in ICC tournaments and the Asia Cup.
Across all formats (Tests, ODIs, T20Is), India holds a significant advantage in terms of wins, primarily due to their dominance in the 2010s and 2020s.
- Total Matches (All Formats): 202
- India Wins: 77
- Pakistan Wins: 58
- No Result/Tied: 7
Note: This includes the abandoned 2009 Asia Cup match and the tied Test matches of the 1960s.
Pakistan vs India ODI Record
The One Day International (ODI) format is the traditional battleground for these two cricket-loving nations. From the iconic 1983 tour to the high-pressure ICC World Cup clashes, ODIs have defined the narrative for decades.
| Statistic | Details |
|---|---|
| Total ODIs Played | 135 |
| India Wins | 57 |
| Pakistan Wins | 73 |
| No Result / Tied | 5 |
Analysis: Despite recent trends favoring India in global tournaments, Pakistan still holds the upper hand in the ODI record. This is largely due to their dominance in bilateral series held in the 1980s, 1990s, and early 2000s. Pakistani pacers historically performed well against India’s batting lineup in Sharjah and Pakistan during that era.
Pakistan vs India T20 Record
Short-form cricket has provided the most frequent clashes in the last decade. Since the advent of T20 cricket, the intensity has only risen, with high-scoring thrillers becoming the norm.
| Statistic | Details |
|---|---|
| Total T20Is Played | 13 |
| India Wins | 9 |
| Pakistan Wins | 4 |
| No Result | 0 |
Analysis: India has dominated the T20 record. Notably, Pakistan’s only T20I victories came in the 2021 T20 World Cup (by 10 wickets) and the 2022 Asia Cup (Super Four). However, India responded emphatically in the 2022 T20 World Cup and the 2023 Asia Cup, retaining their dominance in the game.
Pakistan vs India World Cup Record (ODI)
The ICC Cricket World Cup is the premium event of the sport, and in this arena, the rivalry is uniquely one-sided. For 31 years, Pakistan has been unable to defeat India in a World Cup match.
| Tournament | Matches | India Wins | Pakistan Wins |
|---|---|---|---|
| ODI World Cup | 8 | 8 | 0 |
| T20 World Cup | 7 | 5 | 2 |
| Champions Trophy | 3 | 2 | 1 |
- The 1992-2023 Streak: India has never lost to Pakistan in an ODI World Cup match. The streak began in Sydney (1992) and continued through to Manchester (2019). The closest Pakistan came was in 1999 (lost by 47 runs) and 2003 (lost by 6 wickets).
- The Champions Trophy Final (2017): The only major ICC final between the two saw Pakistan demolish India by 180 runs at The Oval, London. This remains Pakistan’s biggest victory over India in ICC history and their only major ICC tournament win against the arch-opponent.
- T20 World Cup: Pakistan broke their World Cup jinx in 2021, beating India by 10 wickets in Dubai. However, India avenged this loss in the 2022 T20 World Cup in Melbourne in a last-ball thriller.
Recent Matches (2023 – 2026)
To understand the current scenario, we will have to look at the recent matches played in multi-nation events. The two sides have faced each other five times during last three years.
| Date | Tournament | Result |
|---|---|---|
| Sep 2, 2023 | Asia Cup (Group Stage) | Match Abandoned (Rain) |
| Sep 10, 2023 | Asia Cup (Super Four) | India won by 228 runs (Biggest margin in rivalry history) |
| Oct 14, 2023 | ODI World Cup | India won by 7 wickets (Ahmedabad) |
| Feb 23, 2025 | Champions Trophy | India won by 6 wickets (Dubai) |
| Mar 2, 2026 | Asia Cup (T20) | India won by 4 wickets (Colombo) |
Since the 2021 T20 World Cup, India has won the last four consecutive encounters across formats. The 2023 Asia Cup Super Four match was historically significant, with India posting 356/2 and bowling Pakistan out for 128, marking India’s largest victory against the green shirts.
Who is Stronger in 2026?
Determining the stronger side requires moving beyond nostalgia and looking at the current structural dynamics of both teams.
India’s Strengths
Depth and Bench Strength: India currently possesses the strongest batting lineup in world cricket. With a mix of aggressive openers and a middle order capable of playing spin and pace equally well, they have solved the “middle-order crisis” that has been their weak point in the past.
Bowling Versatility: India’s pace attack, led by Jasprit Bumrah and supported by a stable of bowlers who can bowl 140+ kph, is now on par with Pakistan’s historic pace advantage. Additionally, India’s spin twins (Jadeja and Kuldeep) provide control in the middle overs that Pakistan often lacks.
Pressure Handling: Statistically, India has shown a superior ability to handle the psychological pressure of high-stake matches, particularly in the UAE and on home ground.
Pakistan’s Strengths
Unpredictability: Pakistan’s strength has always been their “X-factor.” On their day, their pace attack (Shaheen Afridi, Naseem Shah, and Haris Rauf) can dismantle any top order in the world.
Pace Bowling: While India has closed the gap, Pakistan still produces raw pace and swing that can be unplayable under overcast conditions. If the pitch offers assistance, Pakistan remains a lethal side.
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The Verdict
As of 2026, India is the stronger side.
The reasons are statistical and tactical:
- Recent Record: India has won 4 of the last 5 encounters (with one rain-out), including a 228-run demolition and a comfortable win in the 2025 Champions Trophy.
- Batting Stability: Pakistan’s batting has been inconsistent. While their bowling keeps them in the game, their inability to post competitive totals against India’s top-order lineup has been their undoing in recent ICC events.
- ICC Tournament Dominance: India has never lost to Pakistan in an ODI World Cup, and their overall win percentage in ICC events (World Cups, Champions Trophy, T20 World Cups) remains significantly higher than Pakistan’s in the post-2010 era.
While Pakistan still remains a surprising team capable of beating anyone on a given day, the data and recent performances suggest that India currently holds the psychological and strategic edge in the modern era of this historic rivalry.
