The rivalry between the India and Pakistan national cricket teams is one of the most intense and historic in world sports
. The two sides are scheduled to meet in the Asia Cup Final on Sunday, September 28, 2025, at the Dubai International Cricket Stadium. The match is set to begin at 8:00 PM IST (7:30 PM PKT), with the toss at 7:30 PM IST. This will mark the first time in the 41-year history of the Asia Cup that India and Pakistan will meet in the final.
Here's a summary of their head-to-head records across different formats:
| Format | Total Matches Played | India Won | Pakistan Won | Ties/No Result | Most Wins |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Tests | 59 | 9 | 12 | 38 | Pakistan |
| ODIs | 136 | 58 | 73 | 5 | Pakistan |
| T20Is | 15 | 12 | 3 | 1 | India |
- Recent form in the 2025 Asia Cup: India has defeated Pakistan twice in the tournament so far, first by seven wickets in the group stage and then by six wickets in the Super Four stage.
- ICC Tournament Finals: India and Pakistan have met in five multi-nation tournament finals (featuring 5+ teams) since 1985. Pakistan has won three, while India has won two. The most recent final was the 2017 ICC Champions Trophy, which Pakistan won by 180 runs.
- Controversies in the Asia Cup 2025: The current Asia Cup has been marred by controversies surrounding player conduct. India lodged a formal complaint against Pakistan's Haris Rauf and Sahibzada Farhan for "gun salute" and "falling plane" celebrations. Rauf was fined 30% of his match fee for his behavior, while Farhan received a warning. India's captain Suryakumar Yadav was also fined 30% of his match fees for comments made after the first group-stage match against Pakistan.
- Cultural Significance: The matches between India and Pakistan transcend sport, often reflecting the geopolitical and emotional stakes between the two nations. Cricket diplomacy has historically been used as a tool to improve relations, although these efforts have had mixed results
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