India vs Pakistan t20 History

India and Pakistan have a storied history in the ICC T20 World Cup, with their encounters being highly anticipated by fans across the globe. Here's a detailed look at their head-to-head matches in the T20 World Cup:

T20 World Cup Encounters

1. 2007 ICC T20 World Cup (South Africa)

   • Group Stage Match:
     • Date: September 14, 2007
     • Venue: Kingsmead, Durban
     • Result: Match tied (India won in bowl-out)
     • Summary: In a thrilling encounter, both teams scored 141 runs. The match ended in a tie, and India won the bowl-out 3-0.
   • Final:
     • Date: September 24, 2007
     • Venue: Wanderers Stadium, Johannesburg
     • Result: India won by 5 runs
     • Summary: In the inaugural T20 World Cup final, India set a target of 157. Pakistan came close but were all out for 152, handing India a 5-run victory.

2. 2012 ICC T20 World Cup (Sri Lanka)

   • Group Stage Match:
     • Date: September 30, 2012
     • Venue: R Premadasa Stadium, Colombo
     • Result: India won by 8 wickets
     • Summary: Pakistan scored 128/10 in 19.4 overs. India chased down the target with ease, scoring 129/2 in 17 overs, led by Virat Kohli's unbeaten 78.

3. 2014 ICC T20 World Cup (Bangladesh)

   • Group Stage Match:
     • Date: March 21, 2014
     • Venue: Shere Bangla National Stadium, Dhaka
     • Result: India won by 7 wickets
     • Summary: Pakistan posted 130/7 in 20 overs. India chased down the target, scoring 131/3 in 18.3 overs, with Virat Kohli contributing a crucial 36.

4. 2016 ICC T20 World Cup (India)

   • Group Stage Match:
     • Date: March 19, 2016
     • Venue: Eden Gardens, Kolkata
     • Result: India won by 6 wickets
     • Summary: Pakistan managed 118/5 in 18 overs (reduced due to rain). India chased the target, scoring 119/4 in 15.5 overs, thanks to Virat Kohli's 55 not out.

5. 2021 ICC T20 World Cup (UAE)

   • Group Stage Match:
     • Date: October 24, 2021
     • Venue: Dubai International Stadium, Dubai
     • Result: Pakistan won by 10 wickets
     • Summary: India scored 151/7 in 20 overs. Pakistan chased down the target without losing a wicket, scoring 152/0 in 17.5 overs, with Babar Azam and Mohammad Rizwan both scoring unbeaten fifties.

Summary of Encounters

• Total Matches: 5
• India Wins: 4
• Pakistan Wins: 1

Key Highlights

• India maintained an unbeaten record against Pakistan in T20 World Cup matches until 2021.
• The 2007 T20 World Cup final is one of the most iconic matches in T20 cricket history.
• Pakistan's victory in 2021 was significant as it marked their first win over India in a T20 World Cup match and was achieved in a dominant fashion.

The India vs. Pakistan rivalry in the T20 World Cup showcases thrilling cricketing action and high-stakes drama, making these matches unforgettable for fans.