Whenever India and Pakistan meet in cricket, it’s more than just a game. It’s emotions, pressure, pride, and unforgettable drama. Now, with the Asia Cup 2025 Final in Dubai, history will witness something new – India and Pakistan facing each other in an Asia Cup final for the very first time.
But this is not the first time the two giants have locked horns in a title clash. Over the years, they have played 12 tournament finals across formats. And surprisingly, Pakistan has had the upper hand.
Let’s break it down.
IND vs PAK in Tournament Finals – Complete Record
Here is a detailed look at all the finals India and Pakistan have played against each other:
| Year | Tournament | Venue | Winner | Result |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1985 | Benson & Hedges World Championship | Melbourne | India | Won by 8 wickets |
| 1986 | Austral-Asia Cup | Sharjah | Pakistan | Won by 1 wicket |
| 1991 | Wills Trophy Final | Sharjah | Pakistan | Won by 72 runs |
| 1994 | Austral-Asia Cup | Sharjah | Pakistan | Won by 39 runs |
| 1998 | Silver Jubilee Cup (Final 1) | Dhaka | India | Won by 8 wickets |
| 1998 | Silver Jubilee Cup (Final 2) | Dhaka | Pakistan | Won by 6 wickets |
| 1998 | Silver Jubilee Cup (Final 3) | Dhaka | India | Won by 3 wickets |
| 1999 | Pepsi Cup | Bengaluru | Pakistan | Won by 123 runs |
| 1999 | Coca-Cola Cup | Sharjah | Pakistan | Won by 8 wickets |
| 2007 | ICC T20 World Cup Final | Johannesburg | India | Won by 5 runs |
| 2008 | Kitply Cup | Dhaka | Pakistan | Won by 25 runs |
| 2017 | ICC Champions Trophy Final | London | Pakistan | Won by 158 runs |
Overall IND vs PAK Final Stats
- Total Finals Played: 12
- India Won: 4
- Pakistan Won: 8
So, while India has dominated Pakistan in T20Is overall and in recent Asia Cup matches, Pakistan has been superior in finals. That’s a reality Indian fans cannot ignore.
Key Highlights from Past Finals
- 1985 Benson & Hedges Cup (Melbourne): Sunil Gavaskar team crushed Pakistan in a one-sided final, thanks to Ravi Shastri and Kris Srikkanth.
- 1986 Austral-Asia Cup (Sharjah): The most iconic – Javed Miandad last-ball six off Chetan Sharma still haunts Indian fans.
- 1999 Pepsi Cup (Bengaluru): Pakistan completely outplayed India with a huge 123-run win.
- 2007 T20 World Cup (Johannesburg): MS Dhoni’s young Indian team scripted history by beating Pakistan in the very first T20 World Cup final.
- 2017 Champions Trophy (London): Pakistan stunned India by 180 runs, Fakhar Zaman’s century being the highlight.
Looking at history, India clearly struggles against Pakistan in finals. Out of 12, Pakistan has taken the trophy home 8 times – a big mental edge.
But here’s the other side: this Indian team looks different. They are unbeaten in Asia Cup 2025, have already defeated Pakistan twice in this tournament, and players like Virat Kohli, Suryakumar Yadav, and Abhishek Sharma are in top form.
Yes, Pakistan has a history of rising in big matches, but if India keeps their nerves in check, they can finally rewrite history in Dubai.
