Mohammad Nawaz has been an integral part of Pakistan’s white-ball setup, known for his all-round abilities as a left-arm spinner and a lower-order hitter. His performances against India have seen highs and lows, but he has produced some memorable moments, especially in the Asia Cup 2022. Here’s a detailed look at his ODI and T20I stats vs India, his Dubai International Cricket Stadium records, and his overall impact.
Mohammad Nawaz vs India – ODI Stats
In ODIs, Nawaz has faced India in crucial matches, including Asia Cup and World Cup encounters. His batting opportunities have been limited, but he has chipped in with key runs lower down the order.
| Match Date | Ground | Position | Runs (B/F) | Strike Rate | How Dismissed |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 23 Sep 2018 | Dubai Intl. Stadium | 8 | 15* (16) | 93.75 | Not Out |
| 14 Oct 2023 | Narendra Modi Stadium | 8 | 4 (14) | 28.57 | c Bumrah b Pandya |
ODI Batting Average vs India: 19.00
Impact: Nawaz has shown resilience, with his 15* in 2018 helping Pakistan stabilize late in the innings.
ODI Bowling vs India
Although he hasn’t taken a wicket yet against India in ODIs, he has bowled economically in Dubai and other venues.
| Match Date | Ground | Overs | Wickets | Economy Rate |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 23 Sep 2018 | Dubai Intl. Stadium | 7.0 | 0/35 | 5.00 |
| 02 Sep 2023 | Pallekele | 8.0 | 0/55 | 6.00 |
| 14 Oct 2023 | Narendra Modi Stadium | 8.3 | 0/47 | 5.53 |
ODI Bowling Impact: Nawaz’s ability to contain runs has been valuable, even without wickets, especially on flat UAE surfaces.
Mohammad Nawaz vs India – T20I Stats
It’s in T20Is where Nawaz has made headlines against India, especially for his match-winning knock in Asia Cup 2022 Super 4 clash. He also featured in the 2025 Asia Cup encounters at Dubai.
| Match Date | Ground | Position | Runs (B/F) | Strike Rate | How Dismissed |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 28 Aug 2022 | Dubai Intl. Stadium | 8 | 1 (3) | 33.33 | c Karthik b Arshdeep |
| 04 Sep 2022 | Dubai Intl. Stadium | 4 | 42 (20) | 210.00 | c Hooda b Bhuvneshwar |
| 23 Oct 2022 | Melbourne | 7 | 9 (6) | 150.00 | c Karthik b Pandya |
| 14 Sep 2025 | Dubai Intl. Stadium | 7 | 0 (1) | 0.00 | lbw b Kuldeep Yadav |
| 21 Sep 2025 | Dubai Intl. Stadium | 5 | 21 (19) | 110.53 | Run Out |
T20I Batting Average vs India: 14.40
Highlight: His blazing 42 off 20 balls in Dubai turned the Asia Cup 2022 game in Pakistan’s favor, one of his career-defining knocks.
T20I Bowling vs India
Nawaz’s left-arm spin has produced some crucial breakthroughs against India, including Rohit Sharma and Virat Kohli’s dismissals in the same match in 2022. He has bowled additional spells in Asia Cup 2025, though without wickets.
| Match Date | Ground | Overs | Wickets (Key Scalps) | Figures |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 28 Aug 2022 | Dubai Intl. Stadium | 3.4 | 3 (Rohit, Kohli, Jadeja) | 3/33 |
| 04 Sep 2022 | Dubai Intl. Stadium | 4.0 | 1 (Suryakumar Yadav) | 1/25 |
| 23 Oct 2022 | Melbourne | 4.0 | 2 (Pandya, Karthik) | 2/42 |
| 14 Sep 2025 | Dubai Intl. Stadium | 3.0 | 0 | 0/27 |
| 21 Sep 2025 | Dubai Intl. Stadium | – | – | DNB |
T20I Bowling Average vs India: ~15.50
Impact: Nawaz’s spell of 3/33 in Asia Cup 2022 was a game-changer, dismissing India’s top order. In 2025, though less successful with the ball, he contributed with the bat and fielding.
Read Also:- India vs Pakistan Asia Cup 2025: Schedule, Match Date
Mohammad Nawaz Dubai International Stadium Records – Batting & Bowling
Mohammad Nawaz has a rich history at Dubai, contributing with both bat and ball across multiple Asia Cups.
Batting Records at Dubai (ODI + T20I)
| Format | Innings | Runs | Highest Score | Strike Rate |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| ODI | 1 | 15* | 15* | 93.75 |
| T20I | 6 | 119 | 42 | 140.00 |
Bowling Records at Dubai (ODI + T20I)
| Format | Matches | Wickets | Best Figures | Economy |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| ODI | 1 | 0 | – | 5.00 |
| T20I | 6 | 8 | 3/33 | 6.46 |
Stadium Impact: Dubai has been Nawaz’s favorite hunting ground, where he has produced his best all-round performances against India and other teams.
Read more: Most Wickets in Asia Cup History (ODI & T20I)
Overall Impact vs India
Mohammad Nawaz’s all-round skill set gives Pakistan flexibility in high-pressure India clashes. His 42-run cameo in T20I and 3-wicket haul in the same match made him the hero of Asia Cup 2022 Super 4, proving his ability to deliver under pressure. In Asia Cup 2025, though his batting and bowling returns were modest, his experience and utility remained crucial for Pakistan’s balance.
Mohammad Nawaz remains a crucial player for Pakistan whenever they face India, especially in T20Is. His left-arm spin is effective on UAE pitches, and his batting at No. 4 in Asia Cup 2022 proved he can be a match-winner. All eyes will be on him again when India and Pakistan meet next at Dubai.
