Cricket is more than just a sport in South Asia — it is an emotion. And when the India National Cricket Team faces the Pakistan National Cricket Team, the entire cricketing world watches. The rivalry between these two nations is one of the most intense, historic, and emotionally charged rivalries in sports history.
In this detailed blog, we will explore:
India vs Pakistan overall standings
Head-to-head records in Tests, ODIs, and T20Is
ICC tournament standings
Asia Cup records
World Cup statistics
Memorable matches
Key players who shaped the rivalry
Recent performance trends
Let’s dive deep into the numbers and history behind this legendary cricket battle.
The cricket rivalry between India and Pakistan began in 1952 when Pakistan toured India for a Test series. Since then, the teams have faced each other in multiple formats, ICC tournaments, and Asia Cups.
Due to political tensions, bilateral series are rare. Most encounters now happen in ICC events or the Asia Cup — which makes every match even more intense.
Below is the combined record across Tests, ODIs, and T20 Internationals:
Total Matches Played: 200+
India Wins: 90+
Pakistan Wins: 85+
Draw/No Result/Tie: Remaining matches
Pakistan historically dominated in early decades, especially in Tests and ODIs. However, in the last 15–20 years, India has taken significant control, especially in ICC tournaments.
Total Tests Played: 59
Pakistan Wins: 12
India Wins: 9
Draws: 38
Pakistan holds a slight edge in Test cricket. Most matches between the two nations in Tests ended in draws, especially during the 1960s–1980s when pitches were more batting-friendly.
Legendary performers in Test cricket:
India: Sunil Gavaskar, Sachin Tendulkar, Rahul Dravid
Pakistan: Wasim Akram, Waqar Younis, Inzamam-ul-Haq
However, no Test matches have been played between the two nations since 2007 due to suspended bilateral relations.
Total ODIs Played: 130+
Pakistan Wins: 70+
India Wins: 55+
No Result/Tie: Few matches
Pakistan dominated ODIs in the 1980s and 1990s. However, since 2010, India has improved its ODI performance significantly.
Notable ODI events:
1992 World Cup
2003 World Cup
2017 Champions Trophy Final (Pakistan victory)
The 2017 ICC Champions Trophy final remains one of Pakistan’s biggest wins against India in ODI history.
Total Matches Played: 12+
India Wins: 9+
Pakistan Wins: 3+
India clearly dominates Pakistan in T20 Internationals.
2007 T20 World Cup Final – India victory
2021 T20 World Cup – Pakistan’s first World Cup win over India
2022 T20 World Cup – Virat Kohli’s iconic innings at Melbourne
T20 matches between the two are often high-scoring thrillers.
Matches Played: 8
India Wins: 8
Pakistan Wins: 0
India has a perfect record against Pakistan in ODI World Cups.
Matches Played: 7+
India Wins: 6
Pakistan Wins: 1
Pakistan’s first T20 World Cup win against India came in 2021.
India’s dominance in ICC events has shifted the balance of the rivalry in modern cricket.
Matches Played: 15+
India Wins: 9+
Pakistan Wins: 5+
India has had the upper hand in Asia Cup competitions.
The Asia Cup often becomes a mini India-Pakistan tournament because of the hype and fan attention.
Sachin Tendulkar
Virat Kohli
Rohit Sharma
MS Dhoni
Wasim Akram
Waqar Younis
Shoaib Akhtar
Babar Azam
These players have delivered iconic performances that shaped the standings and momentum of this rivalry.
In recent ICC tournaments and Asia Cups:
India has shown stronger consistency
Pakistan has had occasional big wins
T20 format remains highly competitive
India’s batting depth and Pakistan’s fast bowling attack continue to be key factors in modern clashes.
While statistics tell one story, the emotional intensity tells another.
Over 1 billion viewers globally
Massive social media engagement
Stadiums sold out within minutes
National pride at stake
Each India vs Pakistan match is not just about points or standings — it is about history, pride, and legacy.
| Format | Total Matches | India Wins | Pakistan Wins | Draw/NR |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Test | 59 | 9 | 12 | 38 |
| ODI | 130+ | 55+ | 70+ | Few |
| T20I | 12+ | 9+ | 3+ | – |
| ODI World Cup | 8 | 8 | 0 | 0 |
| T20 World Cup | 7+ | 6+ | 1+ | – |
| Asia Cup | 15+ | 9+ | 5+ | – |
The India National Cricket Team vs Pakistan National Cricket Team standings reflect decades of competitive cricket, shifting dominance, and unforgettable moments.
Pakistan historically led in early years.
India dominates in ICC World Cups.
T20 format favors India.
Asia Cup slightly favors India.
Despite political tensions and limited bilateral series, the rivalry remains alive and stronger than ever.
Whenever these two teams meet, statistics fade, and passion takes over.