The highly anticipated showdown between India vs Pakistan of the ICC Cricket World Cup 2023 is right around the corner, scheduled for October 14 in the Narendra Modi Stadium, Ahmedabad. Both teams are riding high on confidence, having clinched victory in their first two matches.
The India-Pakistan cricket rivalry is certainly one of the most thrilling and emotionally charged showdowns in the sport. The excitement in the air as we approach this showdown is almost tangible, with fans from both sides excitedly looking forward to the event.
In the seven times that India and Pakistan have faced off in the history of the ICC Cricket World Cup, India has won each match. When India defeated Australia by 43 runs in Sydney during the 1992 World Cup, this cricketing rivalry was born. With his amazing score of 54, Sachin Tendulkar, who played a significant role, was recognized as the match’s deserving Man of the Match.
In the quarterfinals of the 1996 World Cup, the narrative was repeated. India won again, this time by a margin of 39 runs. Venkatesh Prasad and Navjot Singh Sidhu gave outstanding performances. In Manchester during the 1999 World Cup, India defeated Pakistan by a score of 47 runs, in large part because of Venkatesh Prasad’s five-wicket haul.
Due in major part to Sachin Tendulkar’s outstanding effort, India was able to successfully chase down a target of 273 and win by six wickets in the 2003 World Cup. He claimed the Man of the Match honor once more. Sadly, the two countries didn’t play each other in the 2007 World Cup, but in the semi-finals of the 2011 World Cup in Mohali, their paths did meet. Sachin Tendulkar won his third Man of the Match award against Pakistan in World Cup games as India triumphed by 29 runs.
India won the 2015 World Cup with a score of 76 runs, with Virat Kohli shining with a century. India once again won in their final World Cup match of the year, this time by 89 runs. Rohit Sharma was the game’s standout performer. He scored 140 runs against India’s bitter rivals to secure the victory. Undoubtedly, one of the most thrilling and emotionally charged matchups in sports is the India-Pakistan cricket rivalry.
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Most runs for India in IND vs PAK ICC World Cup matches
A few Indian batsmen have definitely stood out with their exceptional performances in the tense matches between India and Pakistan at the ICC Cricket World Cup. Legendary cricketer Sachin Tendulkar, who represented India in five World Cup matches against Pakistan from 1992 to 2011, is leading the charge. Tendulkar has scored an astonishing 313 runs in these encounters, keeping an astounding average of 78.25, with his maximum score coming in at 98.
India’s modern-day great cricketer, Virat Kohli, took part in three World Cup matches against Pakistan from 2011 to 2019. Kohli was able to score 193 runs in total, a stunning average of 64.33. Notably, he scored a high of 107 to reach a century during the 2015 competition.
Rohit Sharma displayed his brilliance by scoring 155 runs in his two World Cup matches against Pakistan in 2015 and 2019, including a spectacular century with a top score of 140 in 2019. His average is extremely amazing at 77.50.
Most runs for Pakistan in IND vs PAK ICC World Cup matches
We have seen some outstanding performances from Pakistani batters in the high-stakes matches between Pakistan and India in the ICC Cricket World Cup over the years. Saeed Anwar stands out among them. Between 1996 and 2003, he played against India in three World Cup games, scoring a total of 185 runs at an impressive average of 61.66.
Between 2011 and 2015, the persistent middle-order batsman Misbah-ul-Haq played in two World Cup matches against India. His highest score against India was 76, and he contributed 132 runs at an excellent average of 66.00.
In his two World Cup matches against India between 1992 and 1996, Aamer Sohail amassed 117 runs at a stunning average of 58.50, with a top score of 62.
The explosive opener Fakhar Zaman played against India in one World Cup match in 2019, scoring 62 runs.
Most wickets for India Against Pakistan in the ICC Cricket World Cup
Several Indian bowlers have etched their names in cricket legend with spectacular performances in the high-stakes matches between India and Pakistan throughout the history of the ICC Cricket World Cup. Venkatesh Prasad stands out among these veterans, leaving his imprint in two famous matches between 1996 and 1999. With his outstanding bowling, Prasad managed to take 8 wickets for just 72 runs, including an amazing 5/27 stretch in the 1999 game. Every cricket fan will always remember his heated on-field argument with Pakistan’s Amir Sohail, who had just hit him for a boundary. The very following delivery saw Prasad remove Amir in an astonishing change of events. His five-wicket performance against Pakistan in the 1999 World Cup match in Manchester is still remembered fondly.
Javagal Srinath, another legendary Indian bowler, participated in four World Cup tournaments from 1992 to 2003. His best effort was a 3/37, and he took seven wickets for 176 runs.
The renowned leg spinner Anil Kumble contributed five wickets for 142 runs in three World Cup games between 1996 and 2003, with his greatest performance being 3/48.
With four wickets for 104 runs, Zaheer Khan, who appeared in two World Cup games between 2003 and 2011, had a big influence. He achieved his best statistics of 2/46.
Mohammed Shami made an impact during one World Cup match in 2015, collecting 4 wickets for just 35 runs, which was one of his finest World Cup performances. His best stats were 4/35. Cricket fans will always treasure the moments these Indian bowlers have produced.
Most wickets for Pakistan Against India in the ICC Cricket World Cup
We have seen some incredible performances by Pakistani bowlers during those intense World Cup matches between Pakistan and India. Take Wahab Riaz as an illustration. From 2011 to 2019, he appeared on the World Cup stage in three games against India. He displayed his talent in both matchups by taking seven key wickets, posting a stellar best performance of 5/46, and keeping a 23.71 average.
Mushtaq Ahmed left his imprint as well, proudly representing Pakistan in two World Cups between 1992 and 1996. In just two matches, he was able to take five wickets, with his best bowling effort being a 3/59 average and five wickets taken.
Let’s now discuss Sohail Khan. He was nothing less than brilliant in 2015 during his first World Cup appearance. He had his greatest performance with figures of 5/55 in just 10 overs, keeping an amazing average of 11.0, and taking five crucial wickets.
Waqar Younis, who represented Pakistan in three World Cups between 1996 and 2003, took four wickets at an average of 34.50 in two games.
Aaqib Javed also contributed significantly during his two World Cup games between 1992 and 1996, grabbing three wickets and maintaining a strike rate of 31.66. With their spectacular performances against India in the World Cup, these bowlers have in fact permanently inscribed their names in the annals of cricket history.
The much-anticipated 8th encounter of the ICC Cricket World Cup is right around the corner, featuring a high-stakes match between India and Pakistan.
Both teams are currently in outstanding form, finding that delicate equilibrium between young talent and seasoned experience. What’s more, many of their star players have regained their prime form, adding an extra layer of excitement to this upcoming clash.
