The much-anticipated Asia Cup 2025 match between Pakistan and India has already lived up to the hype. India defeated Pakistan by seven wickets in a group stage encounter held in Dubai, successfully chasing down a modest target of 127-9 with more than four overs to spare. Key performances came from India’s spinners, while captain Suryakumar Yadav anchored the chase with an unbeaten 47.
The match wasn’t just about cricket. There was political tension too, since this was the first meeting between the two sides after heightened tensions following the events in Pahalgam earlier in 2025.
📚 History — Pakistan vs India in Asia Cup & ODIs
Here’s a look back at some of the key stats & moments in the long rivalry:
Matches Category Number / Detail
Asia Cup head-to-head total matches India and Pakistan have met 18-19 times in Asia Cup tournaments.
Outcomes India have won ~10 matches, Pakistan ~6, and about 2-3 ended without result/abandoned.
ODI Asia Cup format They’ve met ~15 times; India have won 8, Pakistan 5, 2 no results.
T20 Asia Cup format Played ~3 times; India won twice, Pakistan once.
🔍 Some Memorable Matches & Moments
2010 Asia Cup: India beat Pakistan by 3 wickets in Dambulla.
2012 Asia Cup: India won in Mirpur by 6 wickets.
2014 Asia Cup: Pakistan edged India by 1 wicket, with Shahid Afridi shining.
2018 Asia Cup: India had two big wins in Dubai vs Pakistan (by 8 wickets & 9 wickets).
2022 Asia Cup: Pakistan won a Super Four match vs India, thanks to strong middle-order batting and a good chase.
Recent (2023): India crushed Pakistan by 228 runs in Colombo.
⚙️ Why This Rivalry Matters
Every India vs Pakistan match carries more than just cricket — it brings history, pride, emotion, and massive fan expectations.
Statistically, India have had a slight edge in Asia Cups, especially in ODIs, but Pakistan have pulled off some very dramatic wins (like in 2014) which keeps the rivalry spicy.
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