Fakhar Zaman has been one of Pakistan’s most explosive batters in recent years, especially in big matches against India. Known for his fearless approach, Fakhar’s memorable century in the 2017 ICC Champions Trophy final made him an instant hero for Pakistan fans. Let’s take a detailed look at his ODI and T20I performances against India, along with his records at Dubai International Cricket Stadium.
Fakhar Zaman vs India – ODI Records
Fakhar Zaman has played five ODIs against India, amassing 234 runs at an average of 46.80. His most iconic knock came in the 2017 Champions Trophy final, where he scored a match-winning century.
ODI Batting Stats vs India
| Date | Ground | Runs | Balls | SR | How Dismissed |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 18 Jun 2017 | Kennington Oval | 114 | 106 | 107.55 | c R A Jadeja b H H Pandya |
| 19 Sep 2018 | Dubai | 0 | 9 | 0.00 | c Y S Chahal b B Kumar |
| 23 Sep 2018 | Dubai | 31 | 44 | 70.45 | lbw b Kuldeep Yadav |
| 16 Jun 2019 | Old Trafford | 62 | 75 | 82.67 | c Y S Chahal b Kuldeep Yadav |
| 10 Sep 2023 | R Premadasa Stadium | 27 | 50 | 54.00 | b Kuldeep Yadav |
Summary: 5 innings – 234 runs, Avg: 46.80, SR: 82.39, HS: 114.
Fakhar Zaman vs India – T20I Records
In T20Is, Fakhar has been less dominant but still capable of quick cameos.
T20I Batting Stats vs India
| Date | Ground | Runs | Balls | SR | How Dismissed |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 28 Aug 2022 | Dubai | 10 | 6 | 166.67 | c K D Karthik b Avesh Khan |
| 04 Sep 2022 | Dubai | 15 | 18 | 83.33 | c V Kohli b Y S Chahal |
| 09 Jun 2024 | Nassau County | 13 | 8 | 162.50 | c R R Pant b H H Pandya |
| 24 Oct 2021 | Dubai | – | – | – | Did not bat |
Summary: 3 innings – 38 runs, Avg: 12.67, SR: 118.75.
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Fakhar Zaman at Dubai International Cricket Stadium – ODI Records
Dubai has been a crucial venue for Fakhar Zaman, where he has played multiple high-pressure Asia Cup games.
| Opponent | Runs | Balls | SR | How Dismissed |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sri Lanka | 43 | 45 | 95.56 | b M K P A Dananjaya |
| Hong Kong | 24 | 27 | 88.89 | c S S McKechnie b Ehsan Khan |
| India | 0 | 9 | 0.00 | c Y S Chahal b B Kumar |
| India | 31 | 44 | 70.45 | lbw b Kuldeep Yadav |
| New Zealand | 65 | 77 | 84.42 | c M J Henry b C de Grandhomme |
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Fakhar Zaman at Dubai International Cricket Stadium – T20I Records
| Opponent | Runs | Balls | SR | How Dismissed |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Australia | 11 | 12 | 91.67 | c A T Carey b N M Coulter-Nile |
| New Zealand | 24 | 15 | 160.00 | c K S Williamson b A F Milne |
| New Zealand | 11 | 16 | 68.75 | c M S Chapman b L H Ferguson |
| Afghanistan | 30 | 25 | 120.00 | lbw b Mohammad Nabi |
| Australia | 55* | 32 | 171.88 | not out |
| India | 10 | 6 | 166.67 | c K D Karthik b Avesh Khan |
| India | 15 | 18 | 83.33 | c V Kohli b Y S Chahal |
| Sri Lanka | 13 | 18 | 72.22 | c Wanindu Hasaranga b C Karunaratne |
| Sri Lanka | 0 | 1 | 0.00 | b P Madushan |
| Oman | 23* | 16 | 143.75 | not out |
Fakhar Zaman’s 114 in the 2017 Champions Trophy final remains one of the most iconic innings in Pakistan cricket history, helping Pakistan secure a massive win. While his consistency has dipped in later matches, he remains a dangerous batter capable of changing the game in a few overs.
At Dubai, he has shown mixed performances — with scores of 0 and 31 against India in ODIs but also important contributions against other teams. His T20I record at this venue is decent, with an average above 20 and a strike rate over 130.
Read more: India vs Pakistan Head to Head Records in T20
Conclusion
Fakhar Zaman is one of the most impactful players for Pakistan in high-pressure matches. With his aggressive batting style, he remains a key figure whenever India and Pakistan meet — especially in ICC and Asia Cup events. His records suggest that if he gets going early, India’s bowlers could face a challenging task.
