Across the history of the ICC Men’s T20 World Cup, India and Pakistan have faced each other 8 times. India has dominated this high-voltage rivalry, holding a commanding 7 – 1 record over Pakistan in World Cup matches.
| Matches Played | India Wins | Pakistan Wins | Tied / Bowl-Out |
|---|---|---|---|
| 8 | 7 | 1 | 0 |
Breakdown of Key Encounters (T20 World Cup)
- 2007 (Group Stage):Match tied, India won bowl-out in Durban.
- 2007 Final: India beat Pakistan by 5 runs to win the inaugural T20 World Cup.
- 2012: India won by 8 wickets.
- 2014: India won by 7 wickets.
- 2016: India won by 6 wickets.
- 2021: Pakistan’s only win in T20 World Cup history by 10 wickets in Dubai.
- 2022: India won by 4 wickets at the MCG.
- 2024: India won by 6 runs in the USA.
- 2026: Exited for 15th Feb 2026
Why This IND vs PAK | 7–1 Record Is Historic
- India dominates the biggest rivalry in cricket.
- Most wins came in high-pressure matches.
- The record spans 17+ years (2007 – 2024).
- India has beaten Pakistan in both group stage and knockout matches.