As India and Pakistan gear up for a blockbuster showdown in the Champions Trophy 2025, all eyes will be on their historic rivalry and current form. The much-anticipated clash will take place in Dubai on Sunday, with India looking to extend their winning momentum, while Pakistan seeks a crucial comeback.
Head-to-Head Record: Pakistan Hold the Edge
In the overall ODI head-to-head, Pakistan lead with 73 wins to India’s 57, while five matches ended with no result. However, India have dominated recent encounters, winning their last six ODIs against Pakistan since 2018.
In Champions Trophy history, Pakistan also hold a slight advantage with a 3-2 record. Their most recent encounter in the tournament came in the 2017 final, where Pakistan stunned India with a commanding 180-run victory.
India Eye Second Consecutive Win; Pakistan Seek Redemption
India began their Champions Trophy 2025 campaign with a convincing win over Bangladesh, chasing down 229 runswith Shubman Gill’s unbeaten 101 and a five-wicket haul from Mohammed Shami.
Pakistan, on the other hand, suffered a heavy 60-run defeat to New Zealand in their opening match. While chasing 321, they managed only 260 in 47.2 overs, with Babar Azam’s 64 off 90 balls coming under scrutiny for its sluggish pace. Meanwhile, New Zealand’s Tom Latham (118) and Will Young (107)* powered their team to a strong total.
Match Preview: Momentum vs Desperation
With India in strong form and Pakistan desperate for a turnaround, the stakes are high for both teams. Rohit Sharma and his men will aim to make it two wins in a row, while Pakistan will be eager to revive their campaign and climb up from the bottom of Group A.
Despite Pakistan’s superior head-to-head record, India’s recent dominance in ODIs could tilt the balance in their favor. A high-intensity battle awaits as the two cricketing giants clash once again in Dubai.
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