The rivalry between India and Pakistan is one of the most celebrated in world cricket. Whenever these two teams meet, it becomes more than just a cricket match — it turns into an emotion for millions of fans worldwide. In the T20 format, the India vs Pakistan clashes have produced some of the most thrilling contests, iconic individual performances, and memorable finishes.
In this article, we look at the complete India vs Pakistan T20 head-to-head stats, key moments, top performers, and a quick recap of their 2025 Asia Cup meetings.
India vs Pakistan T20 Head to Head Records
| Parameter | India | Pakistan |
|---|---|---|
| Matches Played | 16 | 16 |
| Wins | 13 | 3 |
| Highest Total | 192/5 (Ahmedabad, 2012) | 182/5 (Dubai, 2022) |
| Lowest Total | 119 (New York, 2024) | 83 (Mirpur, 2016) |
| Most Recent Result | India won by 5 wickets (Dubai, 2025 T20 Asia Cup Final) | – |
| Leading Run-Scorer | Virat Kohli – 492 runs | Mohammad Rizwan – 228 runs |
| Best Bowling | Hardik Pandya 14 Wickets | Umar Gul 11 Wickets |
Overall IND vs PAK Head-to-Head in T20I & Results
India have dominated Pakistan in the shortest format, winning 13 of the 16 encounters between the two teams. Pakistan’s three wins came in Bengaluru (2012), Dubai (2021), and Dubai (2022 Super Four Asia Cup match).
| Year | Venue | Winner | Margin |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2007 | Durban (T20 WC) | India (Bowl-Out) | Tie (Bowl-Out win) |
| 2007 | Johannesburg (Final) | India | 5 runs |
| 2012 | Bengaluru | Pakistan | 5 wickets |
| 2012 | Ahmedabad | India | 11 runs |
| 2012 | Colombo (RPS) | India | 8 wickets |
| 2014 | Mirpur | India | 7 wickets |
| 2016 | Mirpur (Asia Cup) | India | 5 wickets |
| 2016 | Kolkata (T20 WC) | India | 6 wickets |
| 2021 | Dubai (T20 WC) | Pakistan | 10 wickets |
| 2022 | Dubai (Asia Cup – Group) | India | 5 wickets |
| 2022 | Dubai (Asia Cup – Super Four) | Pakistan | 5 wickets |
| 2022 | Melbourne (T20 WC) | India | 4 wickets |
| 2024 | New York (T20 WC) | India | 6 runs |
| 2025 | Dubai (Asia Cup – Group) | India | 7 wickets |
| 2025 | Dubai (Asia Cup – Super Four) | India | 6 wickets |
| 2025 | Dubai (Asia Cup – Final) | India | 5 wickets |
India vs Pakistan Head to Head in Asia Cup T20
The Asia Cup has featured these teams six times in the T20 format since 2016. India now hold a 5–1 lead.
| Year | Venue | Winner | Margin |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2016 | Mirpur | India | 5 wickets |
| 2022 | Dubai (Group Stage) | India | 5 wickets |
| 2022 | Dubai (Super Four) | Pakistan | 5 wickets |
| 2025 | Dubai (Group Stage) | India | 7 wickets |
| 2025 | Dubai (Super Four) | India | 6 wickets |
| 2025 | Dubai (Final) | India | 5 wickets |
Read more: India Squad for Asia Cup 2025
Key Players Individual Records
Most Runs in IND vs PAK T20Is
| Player | Team | Runs | Matches | Best |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Virat Kohli | India | 492 | 10 | 82* (Melbourne, 2022) |
| Mohammad Rizwan | Pakistan | 197 | 6 | 79* (Dubai, 2021) |
| Rohit Sharma | India | 182 | 12 | 55 (Ahmedabad, 2012) |
Best Bowling Figures in IND vs PAK T20Is
| Bowler | Team | Figures | Venue |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mohammad Asif | Pakistan | 4/18 | Durban, 2007 |
| Bhuvneshwar Kumar | India | 4/26 | Dubai, 2022 |
| Hardik Pandya | India | 3/25 | Melbourne, 2022 |
| Kuldeep Yadav | India | 3/18 | Dubai, 2025 |
Most Iconic Moments
- 2007 T20 WC Bowl-Out – India won in a historic bowl-out, setting the tone for their eventual title win.
- Virat Kohli’s 82* (2022) – Regarded as one of the greatest T20I innings, Kohli’s knock against Pakistan at MCG remains unforgettable.
- Pakistan’s 10-Wicket Win (2021) – Their first-ever World Cup victory over India came in style, chasing 152 without losing a wicket.
- Nail-Biter in New York (2024) – India defended just 119 runs on a seamer-friendly pitch, thanks to Jasprit Bumrah’s brilliance.
- India’s 2025 Asia Cup Final in Dubai – Wins by 5 wickets and 5 wickets (Final) powered by Tilak Varma’s 69* and Kuldeep’s 3/18 vs PAK in T20Is.
IND vs PAK Recent Matches Form (Last 5 Years)
In the last five years (2020–2025), India and Pakistan have played seven T20Is with India leading 5–2, showing that while India hold the edge, the rivalry remains fiercely competitive.
Asia Cup 2025 – Quick Recap
India defeated Pakistan thrice in Dubai — by 7 wickets (Group), 6 wickets (Super Four), and 5 wickets (Final) — to clinch the T20 Asia Cup 2025 title under Suryakumar Yadav, who finished with a perfect captaincy record in the tournament.
Read more: – India vs Pakistan 2025 Schedule, Date, Squad
India vs Pakistan in T20 cricket continues to deliver drama, excitement, and unforgettable moments. While India has a clear lead in the overall head-to-head record, Pakistan’s best chance has come in Dubai on big nights — and that’s exactly why every meeting keeps fans on the edge of their seats.
