India vs Pakistan in Asia Cup: A history of the intense rivalry
In 11 games they have played against each other until now, both have won five each with one remaining inconclusive.
2016: Pakistan skittled out for 83 in 1st T20 Asia Cup; India win by 5 wickets
In the first-ever T20 Asia Cup played since inception, Indian skipper MS Dhoni won the toss and put Pakistan into bat. Hardik Pandya’s 3 for 8 and Ravindra Jadeja’s 2 for 11 never allowed the Pakistanis a respite and Shahid Afridi’s side were bundled out for only 83 in 17.3 overs. Wicket-keeper Sarfraz Ahmed was the highest scorer for them with a 24-ball 25. India also had a disastrous start as both their openers – Rohit Sharma and Ajinkya Rahane – were dismissed for nought and Suresh Raina fell as the third wicket on 8.
Pakistani left-arm pacer Mohammad Amir ran riot but although Pakistan’s opening bowlers picked 5 wickets in a short period (the other being Mohammad Sami), they could not maintain the pressure and India eventually drove home in 15.3 overs with 5 wickets in hand. Virat Kohli scored 49 under pressure to win the man of the match award.
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