India vs Pakistan: Fierce battle on cards in Champions Trophy 2025
Dubai: Cricket fans are eagerly waiting for the high-octane India vs Pakistan clash in Champions Trophy 2025 on February 23, Sunday, at Dubai International Stadium.
The India-Pakistan rivalry is considered one of the fiercest on the cricket field, and whenever these two teams clash, fans glue to television screens, taking the craze for the game to a whole new level.
India got off to a great start in their first match of the Champions Trophy 2025, drubbing Bangladesh by six wickets. Meanwhile, hosts Pakistan suffered a 60-run defeat at the hands of New Zealand in Karachi. The pressure will be on Pakistan as another defeat will most likely end their campaign. However, the team that will give its best and keeps nerves calm in high-pressure situations will certainly conquer the most-awaited clash.
In the past, whenever these two teams have played against each other, thrilling contests have been witnessed, making this a prestige battle for both teams. Fans always want their team to win, even if they don’t win a ICC global tournament.
Head-to-Head in Champions Trophy
Indians fans haven’t forgotten a 180-run drubbing against Pakistan in the last Champions Trophy final played in 2017. Both teams first played against each other in this ICC tournament in 2004, when Pakistan won by three wickets.
Pakistan have won three out of five matches against India in the Champions Trophy. In 2004, 2009, and 2017, Pakistan emerged victorious, while India managed to turn the tables in 2013 and in a group-table match in 2017.
In the 50-over ODI World Cup, Pakistan are yet to register a win against India. India lead the head-to-head with 8-0.
India vs Pakistan: Overall ODI record
In ODIs, Pakistan hold a slight edge over their rivals India, having won 73 out of 135 matches. The Indian team has registered 57 wins, while five matches ended without results.
Over the last seven years, India have an impressive record against their arch-rivals. India haven’t lost a single game in six ODI encounters. The Rohit Sharma-led side will look to continue its unbeaten streak and advance to the semi-finals of this year’s Champions Trophy.
