Shaheen Shah Afridi, Pakistan’s spearhead, has been one of the most influential bowlers in India–Pakistan encounters over the last few years. Known for his lethal new-ball swing and ability to strike early, Shaheen has delivered some iconic spells against India in ODIs and T20Is. Here’s a complete breakdown of Shaheen Afridi’s record vs India, his Dubai International Cricket Stadium stats, and his overall impact in high-pressure games.
Latest update (Sept 25, 2025 – Asia Cup Super Four, Dubai): Shaheen took 3/17 vs Bangladesh with the ball and earlier struck a brisk 19 (13). Against India in the same stage, he was wicketless (0/40 in 3.5 overs) but smashed a rapid 33* (16), showing his growing value as a lower-order hitter.
Shaheen Afridi vs India – ODI Bowling Overview
Shaheen has played multiple ODIs against India and has often troubled the top order with early breakthroughs.
| Match Date | Venue | Overs | Wickets | Runs | Economy | Best Figures |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 23 Sep 2018 | Dubai International Stadium | 6.0 | 0 | 42 | 7.00 | – |
| 02 Sep 2023 | Pallekele | 10.0 | 4 | 35 | 4.81 | 4/35 |
| 10 Sep 2023 | Colombo (RPS) | 10.0 | 1 | 79 | 7.90 | 1/79 |
| 14 Oct 2023 | Ahmedabad | 6.0 | 2 | 36 | 6.00 | 2/36 |
| 23 Feb 2025 | Dubai | 8.0 | 2 | 74 | 7.51 | 2/74 |
Highlights:
- Crucial top-order strikes often swing momentum early in India–Pakistan ODIs.
- Though expensive in Dubai 2025 (2/74), his wickets included Rohit and Pandya — still game-impacting scalps.
Shaheen Afridi vs India – T20I Bowling Overview
| Match Date | Venue | Overs | Wickets | Runs | Economy | Best Figures |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 24 Oct 2021 | Dubai | 4.0 | 3 | 31 | 7.75 | 3/31 |
| 23 Oct 2022 | Melbourne | 4.0 | 0 | 34 | 8.50 | – |
| 09 Jun 2024 | New York | 4.0 | 1 | 29 | 7.25 | 1/29 |
| 14 Sep 2025 | Dubai | 2.0 | 0 | 23 | 11.50 | – |
| 21 Sep 2025 | Dubai | 3.5 | 0 | 40 | 10.43 | – |
Key Takeaways:
- 3/31 in 2021 T20 World Cup remains a landmark spell, dismissing Rohit, Rahul, and Kohli.
- In Asia Cup 2025, India managed to play him out without damage, underlining the strategy to blunt his early overs.
Read more: Fakhar Zaman vs India: Stats (T20, ODI)
Shaheen Afridi at Dubai International Stadium
Dubai has seen Shaheen produce both magic spells and expensive outings. His ability with the new ball remains his biggest weapon here.
ODI Stats at Dubai
| Opponent | Overs | Wickets | Runs | Economy |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| India (2018) | 6.0 | 0 | 42 | 7.00 |
| India (2025) | 8.0 | 2 | 74 | 7.51 |
| Bangladesh (2025) | 4.0 | 3 | 17 | 4.25 |
T20I Stats at Dubai
| Opponent | Overs | Wickets | Runs | Economy |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| India (2021) | 4.0 | 3 | 31 | 7.75 |
| India (2025) | 2.0 | 0 | 23 | 11.50 |
| India (2025, Super Four) | 3.5 | 0 | 40 | 10.43 |
| UAE (2025) | 3.0 | 2 | 16 | 5.33 |
| Bangladesh (2025) | 4.0 | 3 | 17 | 4.25 |
Batting Record vs India
Shaheen’s batting has recently added surprise value. His counter-attacking 33* off 16 balls at Dubai (2025) stood out in an otherwise tough chase.
| Format | Runs | Best | Not Outs | Strike Rate |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| ODI | 9 | 7* | 2 | 52.94 |
| T20I | 78 | 33* (Dubai 2025) | 2 | 200+ |
Overall Impact vs India
Shaheen Afridi remains India’s biggest headache at the top. His 2021 T20 World Cup 3/31 and 2023 Asia Cup 4/35 will be remembered as defining spells. In 2025, India’s strategy of surviving his opening overs proved decisive, but his batting cameo (33*) highlighted his growing all-round role. Going forward, Afridi’s new-ball threat combined with lower-order hitting ensures he will stay central to Pakistan’s plans in this fiery rivalry.
Read more: India vs Pakistan Head to Head T20I Records
