India and Pakistan will clash in the 2025 ICC Champions Trophy on February 23 at the Dubai International Cricket Stadium. This highly anticipated match marks the sixth meeting between the two rivals in the tournament’s history.
- Pakistan leads the Champions Trophy head-to-head 3-2 against India.
- The first encounter was in 2004, where Pakistan won by 3 wickets.
- India’s biggest win came in 2017, securing victory by 124 runs.
- Pakistan’s largest victory was in the 2017 final, winning by 180 runs.
India vs Pakistan Champions Trophy Matches
2004 – Pakistan Wins by 3 Wickets
- Venue: Edgbaston, Birmingham
- India’s Score: 200 runs
- Pakistan’s Chase: 201/7 in 49 overs
- Star Performer: Mohammed Yousuf (81 off 114 balls)
- Key Bowlers: Shoaib Akhtar & Naved-ul-Hasan (4 wickets each)
2009 – Pakistan Wins by 54 Runs
- Venue: SuperSport Park, Centurion
- Pakistan’s Score: 302/9
- India’s Chase: 248 all out in 44.5 overs
- Match-Winner: Shoaib Malik (128 off 126 balls)
2013 – India Wins by 8 Wickets
- Venue: Edgbaston, Birmingham
- Pakistan’s Score: 165 all out in 39.4 overs
- Revised Target for India: 102 in 22 overs
- India’s Chase: 102/2 in 19.2 overs
2017 Group Stage – India Wins by 124 Runs
- Venue: Edgbaston, Birmingham
- India’s Score: 319/3 in 48 overs
- Pakistan’s Chase: 164/9 in 33.4 overs
- Revised Target: 289 runs (DLS Method)
2017 Final – Pakistan Wins by 180 Runs
- Venue: The Oval, London
- Pakistan’s Score: 338/4
- India’s Chase: 158 all out in 30.3 overs
- Star Performer: Fakhar Zaman (114 runs)
- Best Bowler: Mohammad Amir (3 wickets)
India vs Pakistan: Overall Champions Trophy
| Year | Venue | Result |
| 2004 | Edgbaston, Birmingham | Pakistan win by 3 wickets |
| 2009 | SuperSport Park, Centurion | Pakistan won by 54 runs |
| 2013 | Edgbaston, Birmingham | India won by 8 wickets |
| 2017 | Edgbaston, Birmingham | India won by 124 runs |
| 2017 | The Oval, London | Pakistan won by 180 runs |
What to Expect in the 2025 Clash?
- India’s Strengths: A solid batting lineup with experienced players like Rohit Sharma and Virat Kohli.
- Pakistan’s Strengths: A strong pace attack led by Shaheen Afridi.
- Match Conditions: The Dubai pitch is known for assisting both spinners and fast bowlers.
India and Pakistan have delivered some iconic moments in the Champions Trophy. With Pakistan leading the head-to-head, India will look to level the record in the 2025 edition. Cricket fans can expect an intense battle between the two cricketing giants on February 23.
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