It is a perfect time to revisit their top five T20 encounters as arch rivals India and Pakistan prepare to meet in the Twenty20 World Cup in New York.
Group stage, Twenty20 World Cup
The first T20 match between India and Pakistan in Durban in 2007 ended in a thrilling tie, which was decided by a ball out. Virender Sehwag, Robin Uthappa, and Harbhajan Singh hit the stumps while Pakistan bowlers missed the target and India took the top spot.
Final, Twenty20 World Cup
Pakistan needed 13 runs in the last over in the final in Johannesburg. Sreesanth caught Misbah-ul-Haq’s scoop shot at short fine leg to give India a memorable victory and their first Twenty20 World Cup title.
Group Stage, Twenty20 World Cup
Shaheen Afridi’s spell demolished India’s top order, which included a first-ball duck for Rohit Sharma. Despite Virat Kohli scoring a half-century, Pakistan easily chased down the target and registered their first win in the World Cup against India.
Super 4, Asia Cup
Pakistan turned the tables against India after their group stage defeat. Mohammad Nawaz’s all-round performance helped Pakistan chase down India’s target of 181 and secure a thrilling five-wicket win with one ball to spare.
Group Stage, Twenty20 World Cup
In a dramatic match, Pakistan set a target of 159-8 and put India under pressure 31-4. Virat Kohli scored an unbeaten 82 off 53 balls and a crucial partnership with Hardik Pandya helped India to a thrilling four-wicket win in the final over.
