IND vs PAK ODI 2025: India Wins by 6 Wickets | Match Report
Match Overview
IND vs PAK: India cruised into the ICC Champions Trophy semi-finals with a dominant 6-wicket win over Pakistan at the Dubai International Cricket Stadium, thanks to Virat Kohli’s masterful 51st ODI century. Pakistan, after winning the toss and opting to bat first, posted a total of 241 runs. In response, India chased down the target comfortably in just 42.3 overs.
India’s opening pair, Rohit Sharma and Shubman Gill, provided a solid start before Shaheen Afridi bowled Rohit for 20. Virat Kohli then took charge, forging a century stand with Gill, who departed after scoring 46. Kohli continued his dominance alongside Shreyas Iyer, building another century partnership. Kohli remained unbeaten with a well-crafted 100 off 111 balls, while Iyer contributed 56 runs.
Earlier, Pakistan managed 241 runs, courtesy of Saud Shakeel’s fighting 62 off 76 balls and Mohammad Rizwan’s 46 off 77 deliveries. The duo stitched a century stand after Pakistan lost two early wickets at 47. However, Axar Patel dismissed Rizwan, triggering a collapse. Kuldeep Yadav led India’s bowling attack with 3 wickets for 40 runs, while Hardik Pandya picked up 2 crucial wickets. The Indian bowlers kept the pressure on, maintaining an economy rate of under 6.
With this commanding win, India moves one step closer to the ICC Champions Trophy final. Virat Kohli’s century and a clinical bowling performance underline India’s dominance over their arch-rivals.
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Match Summary
- Pakistan: 241 all out (49.4 overs)
- India: 244/4 (42.3 overs)
- Player of the Match: Virat Kohli (100* off 111 balls)
- Result: India won by 6 wickets with 45 balls to spare.
Pakistan’s Innings: Saud Shakeel Anchors the Score
After winning the toss and opting to bat first, Pakistan struggled to gain momentum against India’s disciplined bowling attack.
Top Performers – Pakistan Batting
- Saud Shakeel: 62 (76)
- Mohammad Rizwan: 46 (77)
- Khushdil Shah: 38 (39)
Top Performers – India Bowling
- Kuldeep Yadav: 3/40 (9)
- Hardik Pandya: 2/31 (8)
- Harshit Rana: 1/30 (7.4)
Pakistan’s batting lineup failed to build strong partnerships, losing wickets at crucial intervals. Saud Shakeel and Mohammad Rizwan’s 104-run partnership was the only highlight before India’s bowlers tightened their grip.
India’s Run Chase: Kohli Leads the Charge
India started aggressively but lost Rohit Sharma (20 off 15) early to Shaheen Afridi. However, Shubman Gill (46 off 52) and Virat Kohli (100 off 111)* ensured a steady chase.
Top Performers – India Batting
- Virat Kohli: 100* (111)
- Shreyas Iyer: 56 (67)
- Shubman Gill: 46 (52)
Top Performers – Pakistan Bowling
- Shaheen Afridi: 2/74 (8)
- Abrar Ahmed: 1/28 (10)
- Khushdil Shah: 1/43 (7.3)
Kohli’s century sealed the victory, with India reaching the target in 42.3 overs.
Key Turning Points
- Kuldeep Yadav’s magical spell dismantled Pakistan’s middle order.
- Virat Kohli’s match-winning century ensured a smooth chase.
- Shreyas Iyer and Kohli’s 114-run partnership set the foundation for victory.
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Points Table Standings
| Rank | Team | Matches | Won | Lost | NRR | Points |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | IND | 2 | 2 | 0 | +0.647 | 4 |
| 2 | NZ | 1 | 1 | 0 | +1.200 | 2 |
| 3 | BAN | 1 | 0 | 1 | -0.408 | 0 |
| 4 | PAK | 2 | 0 | 2 | -1.087 | 0 |
IND vs PAK:Both the teams came out with this playing eleven
Indian XI
Rohit Sharma (captain), Shubman Gill, Virat Kohli, Shreyas Iyer, Axar Patel, KL Rahul (wicketkeeper), Hardik Pandya, Ravindra Jadeja, Harshit Rana, Mohammed Shami, Kuldeep Yadav
Pakistan XI
Imam-ul-Haq, Babar Azam, Saud Shakeel, Mohammad Rizwan (wicketkeeper/captain), Salman Agha, Tayyab Tahir, Khushdil Shah, Shaheen Afridi, Naseem Shah, Haris Rauf, Abrar Ahmed
What’s Next?
India will face New Zealand in their next match, while Pakistan must win their upcoming fixture to stay in the tournament.
FAQs
1. Who won the IND vs PAK ODI 2024 match?
India defeated Pakistan by 6 wickets with 45 balls to spare.
2. Who was the Player of the Match in IND vs PAK ODI 2024?
Virat Kohli was named Player of the Match for his unbeaten 100 runs off 111 balls.
3. What was Pakistan’s total score in the match?
Pakistan managed 241 runs before being bowled out in 49.4 overs.
4. How did India perform in the chase?
India chased down 244 runs in 42.3 overs, with Virat Kohli scoring a match-winning century.
5. Which Indian bowler took the most wickets?
Kuldeep Yadav was the top wicket-taker with 3 wickets for 40 runs in 9 overs.
6. What is India’s current standing in the points table?
India tops the table with 4 points and an NRR of +0.647.
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