3 astonishing stats you should know before the India vs Pakistan Asia Cup 2025 match

Do you know that since July 2024, India’s batters have dominated the spin bowling scene among all Full Member nations - they have the highest strike-rate, average and and most balls per six record.

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India vs Pakistan matches have always produced excitement, thrillers, and astonishing stats throughout the years. Before India takes on Pakistan in the Asia Cup 2025, here are the 3 astonishing stats you should know as a cricket fan.

1. Domination from Indian batters

Since July 2024, India’s batters have dominated the spin bowling scene among all Full Member nations.

They boast the best strike rate, highest average, greatest boundary percentage, and most balls per six against spin bowling.

This means Indian batters have been exceptionally effective at taking on spin bowlers, scoring quickly and consistently. This could be a crucial advantage given the spin-friendly pitches often seen in Asia Cup matches.

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2. Not so good signs for Shaheen

On the bowling front for Pakistan, Shaheen Afridi has emerged as a very weak force inside the powerplay since the 2024 T20 World Cup.

His bowling average of over 51 with the ball in this phase showcases his inability to pick wickets early and put pressure on the opposition.

Shaheen, who used to be Pakistan’s biggest threat with the new ball, has gone a bit silent since the T20 World Cup.

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3. Mohammad Nawaz - the threat

All-rounder Mohammad Nawaz has been a match-winner in recent times.

He was named Player of the Series in both of Pakistan's last two T20I series victories.

His consistent performances with both bat and ball have been instrumental in Pakistan's recent successes, making him a player to watch closely in this high-stakes match.

India vs Pakistan: H2H stats in T20Is

In T20I cricket, India and Pakistan have faced each other 13 times so far. India have emerged victorious nine times while Pakistan have won thrice.

One match between them has ended in a tie, which India also went on to win in a historic bowl-out.

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