On 14 September 2025, the cricketing world once again witnessed the ultimate rivalry as India took on Pakistan in the Asia Cup at the Dubai International Cricket Stadium. India, led by Suryakumar Yadav, entered the contest after a strong start against UAE, while Pakistan, captained by Salman Ali Agha, had dominated Oman in their opening fixture. The match was more than just a group clash—it carried the weight of history, national pride, and years of fierce battles in the Asia Cup.
With both sides fielding full-strength squads, the 14th September showdown added a new chapter to their long rivalry. This match gave fans a reason to revisit the stats, records, and milestones from previous India-Pakistan encounters in the Asia Cup.
India vs Pakistan in Asia Cup – Overall Head-to-Head
| Format | Matches | India Wins | Pakistan Wins | No Result / Abandoned |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| ODI (Asia Cup) | 15 | 8 | 5 | 2 |
| T20I (Asia Cup) | 3 | 2 | 1 | 0 |
| Total | 19 | 10 | 6 | 3 |
India holds the overall edge, having won 10 matches compared to Pakistan’s 6.
Top Run Scorers – India vs Pakistan (T20I / Asia Cup Matches)
| Rank | Player | Country | Runs | Matches | Highest Score | 50s |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Virat Kohli | India | 492 | 11–12 | 82* | 5 |
| 2 | Mohammad Rizwan | Pakistan | 228 | 5 | 79* | 2 |
| 3 | Shoaib Malik | Pakistan | 164 | 8 | – | – |
| 4 | Mohammad Hafeez | Pakistan | 156 | 7 | – | – |
| 5 | Yuvraj Singh | India | 155 | 8 | – | – |
| 6 | Gautam Gambhir | India | 139 | 5 | – | – |
Top Wicket-Takers – India vs Pakistan (T20I / Asia Cup Matches)
| Rank | Bowler | Country | Wickets | Matches | Best Bowling |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Hardik Pandya | India | 13 | 6 | 3/8 |
| 2 | Umar Gul | Pakistan | 11 | 6 | 4/37 |
| 3 | Bhuvneshwar Kumar | India | 11 | 7 | 4/26 |
| 4 | Naseem Shah | Pakistan | 7 | 4 | – |
Highest Individual Performances
| Category | Player / Team | Record |
|---|---|---|
| Highest IND Team Total vs PAK | India – 192/5 (2012) | |
| Highest PAK Team Total vs IND | Pakistan – 182/5 (2022, Asia Cup) | |
| Highest Individual Score (India) | Virat Kohli – 82* (2022) | |
| Highest Individual Score (Pakistan) | Mohammad Rizwan – 79* (2021) | |
| Best Bowling Figures (India) | Bhuvneshwar Kumar – 4/26 | |
| Best Bowling Figures (Pakistan) | Umar Gul – 4/37 |
Key Highlights
- India dominates the overall head-to-head with a better win ratio.
- Virat Kohli is the highest run-scorer in India vs Pakistan T20I/Asia Cup clashes, with nearly 500 runs.
- Hardik Pandya leads the wicket charts, showing his all-round impact in these encounters.
- Pakistan’s most memorable Asia Cup T20I win came in 2022, chasing down India’s total in Dubai.
- Despite numerous meetings, India and Pakistan have never faced each other in an Asia Cup final.
FAQs – India vs Pakistan in Asia Cup
1. How many times have India and Pakistan met in Asia Cup history?
They have played 19 times—15 ODIs and 3 T20Is—before the 14 September 2025 clash.
2. Who has won more matches in the Asia Cup?
India leads with 10 wins compared to Pakistan’s 6, while 3 matches ended with no result.
3. Who is the highest run scorer in India vs Pakistan Asia Cup matches?
Virat Kohli tops the list with 492 runs across T20I encounters against Pakistan.
4. Who has taken the most wickets in India vs Pakistan Asia Cup matches?
Hardik Pandya leads with 13 wickets, closely followed by Umar Gul and Bhuvneshwar Kumar with 11 each.
5. What is the highest team total between India and Pakistan in Asia Cup T20Is?
India’s 192/5 in 2012 remains the highest overall team total, while Pakistan’s best is 182/5 in 2022.
6. Have India and Pakistan ever met in an Asia Cup final?
No, they have never played against each other in the final of the Asia Cup.