India vs Pakistan: A Rivalry Defined by Close Encounters in T20 World Cups
India and Pakistan, two cricketing powerhouses, have engaged in a captivating rivalry in the T20 World Cup, with each encounter marked by intense competition and thrilling finishes. Their first meeting in the inaugural Women’s T20 World Cup in 2009 set the tone for a series of memorable clashes.
India has dominated the head-to-head record, winning 12 of the 15 matches played so far. However, Pakistan has shown resilience, triumphing in three games, including a narrow two-run victory in the 2016 edition.
In the T20 World Cup, India has maintained its dominance, winning five of the seven matches against Pakistan. The upcoming encounter on Sunday in the 2024 Women’s T20 World Cup promises to be another nail-biting affair.
Key Moments in India vs Pakistan T20 World Cup Encounters:
* 2009: India’s Priyanka Roy claimed a five-wicket haul to restrict Pakistan to 75, leading India to a five-wicket victory.
* 2010: Poonam Raut’s unbeaten 54 guided India to a nine-wicket win, chasing down Pakistan’s 104/6.
* 2012: Pakistan’s Nida Dar’s three wickets helped restrict India to 97/8, securing a one-run victory for Pakistan.
* 2014: India’s Soniya Dabir took three wickets to restrict Pakistan to 100/9, securing a six-run victory.
* 2016: Rain played a crucial role, with Pakistan declared the winner by two runs (DLS) after being ahead of the par score.
* 2018: Mithali Raj’s 56 off 47 led India to a seven-wicket victory, chasing down Pakistan’s 133/7.
* 2023: Jemimah Rodrigues’ whirlwind 53 not out helped India chase down Pakistan’s 149/4, securing a seven-wicket victory.
Upcoming Clash:
India and Pakistan will face off on Sunday in the 2024 Women’s T20 World Cup. India, coming off a heavy defeat to New Zealand, will be eager to bounce back, while Pakistan will be confident after their victory over Sri Lanka. The match promises to be a high-stakes encounter, with both teams determined to secure a crucial victory.
