Asia Cup 2023: India vs. Pakistan – All Head-to-Head Stats That You Need to Know 

The stage is set, and cricketing fervour is at its peak as India and Pakistan gear up for an epic clash in the Asia Cup 2023 on Saturday at the Pallekele International Cricket Stadium in Kandy. This encounter promises to be a spectacle of skill, passion, and intense rivalry that transcends boundaries and captivates cricket fans worldwide.

As the teams prepare to take the field, let’s delve into the intriguing head-to-head statistics between these cricketing giants in One Day Internationals (ODIs). While India may hold the upper hand in Asia Cup ODIs, the overall record since 1978 tips the scale in favour of Pakistan. 

Overall ODI Record: 

• Matches played: 132
• India won: 55
• Pakistan won: 73
• No Result: 4
• Last meeting: India won by 89 runs (Manchester; June 2019)

Asia Cup ODI Record:

• Matches played: 13
• India won: 7
• Pakistan won: 5
• Last meeting: India won by 9 wickets (Dubai; September 2018)

These numbers underline the fierce competition that characterizes the India-Pakistan cricketing rivalry. While India has had the upper hand in Asia Cup encounters, Pakistan’s overall dominance in ODIs adds an extra layer of anticipation to this matchup. 

Now, let’s shift our focus to the individual performances that have left an indelible mark on this historic rivalry. When it comes to the highest wicket-takers in Asia Cup ODIs between India and Pakistan, the names that stand out include: 

Highest Wicket Takers (India): 

• Anil Kumble – 7 wickets in 4 matches
• Arshad Ayub – 5 wickets in 1 match
• Bhuvneshwar Kumar – 5 wickets in 3 matches

Highest Wicket Takers (Pakistan): 

• Saeed Ajmal – 8 wickets in 4 matches
• Abdul Razzaq – 6 wickets in 3 matches
• Aaqib Javed – 5 wickets in 2 matches

Turning our attention to the batsmen who have left an indelible mark, we find some iconic names:

Highest Run Scorers (India): 

• Rohit Sharma – 367 runs in 7 matches
• Virat Kohli – 206 runs in 3 matches
• Virender Sehwag – 179 runs in 4 matches

Highest Run Scorers (Pakistan): 

• Shoaib Malik – 428 runs in 5 matches
• Younis Khan – 238 runs in 4 matches
• Mohammed Hafeez – 180 runs in 2 matches

As the Asia Cup 2023 clash unfolds, these statistics serve as a reminder of the rich history and fierce competition that defines cricket’s greatest rivalry. Beyond the numbers, it’s the passion, determination, and sportsmanship of the players that make this contest a spectacle to behold. Cricket fans from both nations and around the world are eagerly awaiting what promises to be a historic showdown that transcends the boundaries of sport.

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