India has regularly favoured Pakistan in the history of the One-Day International World Cup, winning each of their seven meetings. The most prestigious competition in cricket has an added element of excitement thanks to this legendary rivalry. The first meeting took place in Sydney during the 1992 World Cup, and India won by a score of 43 runs. In the following World Cups in 1996, 1999, 2003, 2011, 2015, and 2019, India continued to dominate Pakistan. Some notable games include the high-scoring encounter from the 1996 World Cup in Bangalore and the tightly contested quarterfinal from the 2011 tournament in Mohali. These triumphs have come to symbolize India’s historical dominance in World Cup contests and the greater story of the India-Pakistan cricket rivalry.
The head-to-head comparison not only highlights India’s performance but also adds an extra layer of anticipation and excitement whenever the two teams lock horns in a World Cup encounter.
As fans across the globe eagerly anticipate these high-stakes clashes, the historical context and competitive spirit contribute to the allure of this enduring cricket rivalry.
| Date | Winner | Margin | Venue |
| 16-Jun-19 | India | 89 runs | Manchester |
| 15-Feb-15 | India | 76 runs | Adelaide |
| 30-Mar-11 | India | 29 runs | Mohali |
| 1-Mar-03 | India | 6 wickets | Centurion |
| 8-Jun-99 | India | 47 runs | Manchester |
| 9-Mar-96 | India | 39 runs | Bengaluru |
| 4-Mar-92 | India | 43 runs | Sydney |
Top Run Scorers in India vs Pakistan ODI World Cup
| Player | Team | Matches | Highest Score | Total Runs | Average |
| Sachin Tendulkar | India | 5 | 98 | 313 | 78.25 |
| V Kohli | India | 3 | 107 | 193 | 64.33 |
| Saeed Anwar | Pakistan | 3 | 101 | 185 | 61.66 |
| Rohit Sharma | India | 2 | 140 | 155 | 77.50 |
| Misbah-ul-Haq | Pakistan | 2 | 76 | 132 | 66.00 |
Sachin Tendulkar proudly possesses the distinguished title of the highest run-scorer in India vs. Pakistan World Cup history, amassing a total of 313 runs. His exceptional performances have engraved his name at the pinnacle of the batting records in this iconic rivalry. Following closely, Virat Kohli secures the second spot with an impressive tally of 193 runs in three matches.
Top Wicket Takers in India vs Pakistan ODI World Cup
| Player | Team | Wickets | Matches | BBI | Economy |
| Venkatesh Prasad | India | 8 | 2 | 5/27 | 3.69 |
| Wahab Riaz | Pakistan | 7 | 3 | 5/46 | 5.53 |
| Javagal Srinath | India | 7 | 4 | 3/37 | 5 |
| Anil Kumble | India | 5 | 3 | 3/48 | 4.73 |
| Mushtaq Ahmed | Pakistan | 5 | 2 | 3/59 | 5.75 |
Venkatesh Prasad‘s outstanding performance has earned him the title of leading wicket-taker in India vs. Pakistan World Cup matches, with a total of eight wickets. Following closely behind is Pakistan’s Wahab Riaz, who secured second place with an outstanding score of 7 wickets. These bowlers have left their imprint on the legendary rivalry, adding to the drama and thrill of the encounters.
Highest Team Total in India vs Pakistan ODI World Cup
During the ICC Cricket World Cup 2019 encounter between the two teams, India achieved the highest team score of 336/5 in an India vs Pakistan World Cup match. This match took place on June 16, 2019, in Manchester. India’s impressive batting display played a pivotal role in securing their victory in this high-scoring clash.
Lowest Team Total in India vs Pakistan ODI World Cup
In the ICC Cricket World Cup 1992 encounter, Pakistan recorded the lowest team score in an India vs Pakistan World Cup match. While chasing a target of 217 runs set by India, Pakistan faced difficulties and managed to score only 173 runs. The match took place on March 4, 1992, in Sydney. Pakistan’s batting struggled against India’s bowling attack, leading to their eventual dismissal for 173 runs.
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