Explore Pakistan vs India cricket stats including head-to-head records, player performances, match data, and full rivalry analysis.The rivalry between the Pakistan national cricket team and the India national cricket team is one of the most intense and widely followed in world cricket. Every match between these two teams is more than just a game—it carries history, pressure, and massive global attention.This article provides a detailed breakdown of their head-to-head stats, player performances, and format-wise comparisons.
Overall Head-to-Head Record
All Formats Combined
| Format |
Matches |
India Wins |
Pakistan Wins |
No Result |
| Tests |
59 |
9 |
12 |
38 |
| ODIs |
134 |
56 |
73 |
5 |
| T20Is |
13 |
9 |
3 |
1 |
| Total |
206+ |
74+ |
88+ |
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Pakistan leads overall due to ODI dominance, while India leads in T20Is.
Test Match Stats
Test Head-to-Head
| Category |
India |
Pakistan |
| Matches Won |
9 |
12 |
| Highest Score |
675 |
699 |
| Best Bowling |
10 wickets match |
10 wickets match |
Test matches between these teams have historically been competitive but less frequent in recent years.
ODI Stats Comparison
ODI Head-to-Head Table
| Team |
Wins |
Losses |
Win % |
| India |
56 |
73 |
~42% |
| Pakistan |
73 |
56 |
~54% |
Pakistan historically dominated ODIs, especially in the 1980s and 1990s.
T20I Stats Comparison
T20 Head-to-Head Table
| Team |
Wins |
Losses |
Win % |
| India |
9 |
3 |
~75% |
| Pakistan |
3 |
9 |
~25% |
India has a strong advantage in the shortest format.
World Cup Stats
ODI World Cup Record
| Team |
Wins |
Losses |
| India |
8 |
0 |
| Pakistan |
0 |
8 |
India has historically dominated Pakistan in ODI World Cups.
T20 World Cup Record
| Team |
Wins |
Losses |
| India |
Majority |
Few |
| Pakistan |
Few |
Majority |
Top Batting Performers
India Key Batters
Virat Kohli
- One of the highest run-scorers in India vs Pakistan matches
Rohit Sharma
Pakistan Key Batters
Babar Azam
Inzamam-ul-Haq
Top Bowling Performers
India Bowlers
- Jasprit Bumrah
- Anil Kumble
Pakistan Bowlers
Batting Comparison
| Aspect |
India |
Pakistan |
| Top Order |
Strong |
Strong |
| Middle Order |
Stable |
Inconsistent |
| Finishing |
Powerful |
Improving |
Bowling Comparison
| Type |
India |
Pakistan |
| Pace |
Strong |
World-class |
| Spin |
Excellent |
Moderate |
| Death Overs |
Strong |
Effective |
Recent Match Trends
- India dominates ICC tournaments
- Pakistan performs well in bilateral series
- Matches are closely contested
Highest Scores in Rivalry
| Team |
Score |
| India |
356 |
| Pakistan |
349 |
Lowest Scores
| Team |
Score |
| India |
79 |
| Pakistan |
87 |
Key Moments in Rivalry
- World Cup clashes
- Asia Cup matches
- Last-over thrillers
Strengths of Both Teams
India Strengths
- Strong batting depth
- Consistency
- Big-match temperament
Pakistan Strengths
- Fast bowling attack
- Unpredictability
- Match-winning ability
Weaknesses
India Weaknesses
- Pressure situations occasionally
Pakistan Weaknesses
Home vs Neutral Performance
| Condition |
India |
Pakistan |
| Home |
Strong |
Strong |
| Neutral |
Dominant |
Competitive |
Why This Rivalry Is Special
- Political history
- Massive fan following
- High-pressure matches
Future Outlook
- Matches expected to remain competitive
- Young players emerging
- Rivalry growing stronger
Key Takeaways
- Pakistan leads overall stats
- India dominates ICC tournaments
- T20 format favors India
Final Thoughts
The rivalry between the Pakistan national cricket team and the India national cricket team is unmatched in cricket.
While Pakistan holds the edge in overall historical records, India has dominated in major ICC events and modern formats. The balance of power continues to shift, making every encounter unpredictable and exciting.
This rivalry is not just about statistics—it is about passion, history, and the spirit of cricket.
