September 14, 2025

India and Pakistan cricket matches in the Asia Cup are always full of drama, passion, and unforgettable moments! These two giants of cricket have met 18 times in the Asia Cup, with India winning 10 games, Pakistan taking 6, and 2 matches ending with no result. In the T20 format of the tournament, India has 2 wins and Pakistan 1 from three clashes. Let's relive some of the spicy, heart-stopping matches between these fierce rivals! 2010: Harbhajan Singh's Heroics The 2010 Asia Cup took place in Sri Lanka's Dambulla. Pakistan, led by Shahid Afridi, needed to win against India to stay alive. Pakistan started strong with a 71-run opening partnership and set a competitive 267 runs. Indian bowlers like Praveen Kumar and Ravindra Jadeja fought hard to keep Pakistan in check. Chasing the target, India looked confident with Gautam Gambhir and captain MS Dhoni scoring half-centuries. But trouble came at 219/6—49 runs were needed from 29 balls! The tension was sky-high as Suresh Raina and Harbhajan Singh stood at the crease. Drama spiced up when Shoaib Akhtar and Afridi exchanged heated words. But the calm Indian pair chipped away at the target. In the last over, Mohammad Amir gave a fierce start. Raina got run out trying to get back on strike, leaving Harbhajan alone. With nerves of steel, Harbhajan smashed a huge six over midwicket! He then let out a roaring celebration towards Akhtar while the Indian dressing room went wild. India sealed the match and booked their place in the final, almost sending Pakistan out! 2014: Afridi Seals It With Two Sixes and a Kiss The Asia Cup in Bangladesh served us another thriller. Both teams had one loss and needed a win to reach the final. India posted a tough total of 245, thanks to late batting hits from Ambati Rayudu and Ravindra Jadeja. Pakistan started well with Mohammad Hafeez but soon collapsed under pressure from Indian spinners R Ashwin and Amit Mishra. With 43 runs needed off 30 balls, Shahid Afridi was the last recognized batter alongside Gul. Afridi unleashed his fury! Hitting boundaries regularly, Afridi took the game into the final over with a nail-biting finish. With 9 runs needed off 4 balls, Afridi stepped back and sent a short ball soaring over the ropes! Not done yet, he smashed another six with the next ball. His powerful shots brought a stunning Pakistan win! Afridi was so happy, he even kissed his bat! 2016: Kohli vs Amir in Low-Scoring Thriller For the first time, the Asia Cup was played in T20 format in 2016. Pakistan struggled and were all out for just 83 runs. Hardik Pandya led the bowlers, taking 3 wickets, and even young Jasprit Bumrah chipped in. Chasing a small target, India seemed set to win, but danger lurked. Pakistan's Mohammad Amir bowled fiercely, sending a toe-crushing yorker to dismiss a key Indian batter. He took down Ajinkya Rahane and Suresh Raina soon after, putting India in deep trouble. But captain Virat Kohli and Yuvraj Singh stood firm. Kohli’s shining knock of 49 runs, combined with smart finishing by MS Dhoni and Yuvraj, helped India sail home with an over to spare. India won by five wickets in a thrilling, nail-biting contest that kept fans on the edge of their seats! These matches prove why India vs Pakistan cricket is the most electrifying rivalry in Asia Cup history. Every game is loaded with passion, fireworks, and unforgettable moments. Who will write the next chapter when these giants clash again? Stay tuned!

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