Pakistan vs India, 5th Match, Group A : India won by 6 wickets!

Kohli & Iyer’s Century Stand Seals the Game

With Rizwan turning to spin, the scoring rate slowed as Abrar Ahmed bowled a beauty to castle Gill. At 100/2, Shreyas Iyer joined Kohli, and together they built a century stand that shattered Pakistan’s hopes. While Kohli kept the scoreboard ticking, Iyer started slow (17 off 34) but ensured there was no pressure. Once the target fell below 100, the duo accelerated, with Iyer making up for his start and reaching a well-deserved half-century.

India Dominates with a Clinical Performance

A solid all-round display from India! The bowlers set the tone early, with Hardik removing Babar Azam in a brilliant 6-over spell. Rizwan and Shakeel put up a century stand but struggled against disciplined bowling, and Kuldeep's three-wicket spell in the final 10 overs halted Pakistan's acceleration.

In reply, Rohit started aggressively but fell to a Shaheen Afridi yorker. Shubman Gill counter-attacked with elegant strokes, taking India to 64/1 in the powerplay. Haris Rauf troubled the batters briefly, but Kohli took charge, punishing loose deliveries and crossing 14,000 ODI runs. From there, it was a masterclass from the chase master, sealing a dominant win for India.

Kohli Seals Victory with a Century!

Khushdil to Kohli, FOUR! Kohli finishes in style, reaching his century and securing the win for India. He dances down the track and smashes it wide of extra cover. The helmet comes off, the bat goes up, and Kohli looks heavenwards—pure vintage!

India Inches Closer, Kohli on 95*! 

After 42 overs, India are 238/4, just 12 runs away from victory! Virat Kohli stands on 95 off 109 balls*, inching towards a brilliant century, while Axar Patel (2 off 3)* holds the other end. Will Kohli get to his ton and finish in style? 

Extras Add to India's Tally! 

Shaheen Afridi fires in a slower ball down leg, but it beats both Axar and the keeper! The ball doesn’t reach the boundary, and India collect a single along with two wides. Kohli was eyeing the strike, but Axar takes the run with a cheeky smile. Just a few more needed now! 

Kohli Nears a Century, India on the Brink! 

India need just 17 runs to seal the victory, and Virat Kohli is 13 runs away from a majestic century! Can he get there and finish in style? The tension builds as India inches closer to the target! 

India Steady at 225/4 After 41 Overs! 

India reach 225/4 after 41 overs. Virat Kohli is holding the fort at 87 off 104 balls, while Axar Patel (1 off 2)* joins him at the crease. With nine overs to go, can India accelerate towards a strong finish? Pakistan needs a breakthrough soon! 

India in Control After 40 Overs! 

After 40 overs, India are 223/4, with Virat Kohli anchoring the innings on 86 off 100 balls

Shaheen Strikes Again! 

Hardik Pandya departs! A short delivery down the leg side at 131.3kph, and Hardik tries to help it fine with a pull. But he only manages a faint glove, and Rizwan moves swiftly to his left to take a comfortable catch. Shaheen Afridi delivers once again for Pakistan! Can India hold their nerve from here? 🏏⚡

Score after 37 overs

IND 201-2

Shreyas Iyer Brings Up His 21st ODI Fifty!

A well-constructed knock from Shreyas Iyer! He started cautiously but shifted gears brilliantly to reach his half-century off 63 balls. A full delivery from Abrar Ahmed, and Iyer drives it down to long-off to bring up the milestone. Can he convert this into a big one? 🏏👏  

For 11th time, Virat Kohli has scored 50+ runs vs Pakistan in International Cricket.

Virat Kohli 50+ scores vs PAK 🇵🇰:

- 2012 Asia Cup (183)

- 2012 T20 WC

- 2015 ODI WC

- 2016 T20 WC

- 2017 CT (Group Stage)

- 2019 ODI WC

- 2021 T20 WC

- 2022 Asia Cup (Super 4s)

- 2022 T20 WC

- 2023 Asia Cup (Super 4s)

- 2025 Champions Trophy

Score after 30 overs

IND 160-2

King Kohli Shines Again! 

FIFTY for Virat Kohli! He might not have been at his best coming into the tournament, but when the big stage calls, he answers. Class is permanent! Naseem Shah pitches it up, and Kohli elegantly lofts it over the covers to bring up his milestone. A standing ovation for the chase master! 

Score after 23 overs

India: 123/2

Score after 22 overs

India: 118/2

Score after 20 overs

India: 109/2

Abrar Strikes! 

Abrar Ahmed breaks the partnership with a beauty! A sharp carrom ball that grips and squares up Shubman Gill, sneaking through to rattle the stumps. Gill was looking solid but falls just short of a fifty. Can Pakistan capitalize on this breakthrough and make things interesting? 🏏⚡ 

Score after 16 overs

India: 93/1

Score after 15 overs

India: 89/1

Score after 12 overs

India: 70/1

Score after 10 overs

India: 64/1

Score after 8 overs 

India: 49/1

Rohit vs Shaheen in ODIs

Five innings

60 balls

53 runs

Three dismissals

Avg 17.66

SR 88.33

 Shaheen Strikes! 💥🔥

Shaheen Afridi with a ripper! A full, fast, inswinging yorker that sneaks between bat and boot, shattering Rohit Sharma's middle stump! The Indian skipper looked in fine touch, but Shaheen had been hunting for this delivery from ball one—and he finally nails it. A moment of brilliance in Dubai as the Shaheen falcon takes off! 🦅🏏  

Score after 1 over 

Team India: 2/0

Rohit Sharma and Shubman Gill are here to open for Team India!

Saud Shakeel: I could have easily taken some more time there, it was not a good time to get out. Earlier, the ball wasn't coming onto the bat that nicely. Little bit of swing as well. As the spinners came, we made some runs there. The pitch was slightly on the slower side. We have to put up a fight there. If we take early wickets, we can put pressure on them. We have to strike early.

India Dominate with the Ball in Dubai! 

A clinical bowling display from India as they restrict Pakistan to a modest total. Babar Azam looked promising early on but couldn’t capitalize on his start. Rizwan and Shakeel stitched together a crucial partnership, but the scoring rate remained sluggish. Once they departed, a mini-collapse followed, with Indian spinners dictating terms. Kuldeep Yadav was the standout performer, bagging three wickets, while Khushdil's late contribution pushed Pakistan past 240. With the pitch offering slow turn, India's chase will be an intriguing one! 

Direct Hit Drama! 

Shami to Haris Rauf, OUT! Haris Rauf Run Out!! A full and quick delivery on middle and leg, Rauf flicks it through mid-wicket and takes on the fielder. But Axar Patel fires in a rocket throw, straight to KL Rahul, who whips off the bails in a flash! Rauf is caught short, and Pakistan loses their ninth wicket. Can they still reach 250? A tense finish awaits!  

Kuldeep Yadav vs Pakistan

1/37

2/41

2/32

5/25

2/35

3/40

15 wkts | Avg 14.00 | SR 21.6

Most catches as fielder for India (ODI)

157 Virat Kohli *

156 Mohd Azharuddin

140 Sachin Tendulkar

124 Rahul Dravid

102 Suresh Raina

Only Mahela Jayawardene (218) and Ricky Ponting (160) has taken more outfield catches across all teams.

Kuldeep Yadav Gets His Third, Naseem Shah Departs  

Kuldeep Yadav to Naseem Shah, out! A soft dismissal as Naseem chips it towards long-on, where Kohli sprints in and takes a good low catch. Pakistan loses their eighth wicket. Kuldeep has been exceptional, keeping it tight while striking regularly. Naseem Shah c Kohli b Kuldeep Yadav 14(16) [4s-1].

Score after 45 overs

PAK 212-7

Kuldeep Yadav Strikes, Shaheen Afridi LBW  

Kuldeep Yadav to Shaheen Afridi, out! A googly traps Shaheen on the pads, and he reviews it immediately. Three reds on the replay confirm the dismissal. Kuldeep gets two in two and is now on a hat-trick! Shaheen Afridi lbw b Kuldeep Yadav 0(1).

Score after 40 overs

PAK 183-5

Score after 39 overs

PAK 177-5

Score after 37 overs

PAK 167-5

 Tayyab Tahir Bowled by Jadeja  

Jadeja to Tayyab Tahir, out! A well-flighted delivery lands on a good length, grips, and turns away. Tahir is beaten in defense, and the stumps are rattled. Pakistan loses their third wicket in quick succession. Tayyab Tahir b Jadeja 4(6).

Saud Shakeel Scores His Fourth ODI Fifty  

Jadeja to Saud Shakeel, 1 run! A quick-length delivery, Shakeel brings his bat down at an angle and inside-edges it through square leg. He reaches his fifty in 63 balls and acknowledges it with a simple raise of the bat.

Mohd Rizwan stepping out vs spin

75 balls

126 runs

Five dismissals

Avg 25.20

Score after 34 overs

Pakistan: PAK 154-4

Score after 31 overs

Pakistan: 137/2

Saud Shakeel Scores His Fourth ODI Fifty  

Jadeja to Saud Shakeel, 1 run! A quick-length delivery, Shakeel brings his bat down at an angle and inside-edges it through square leg. He reaches his fifty in 63 balls and acknowledges it with a simple raise of the bat.

Saud and Rizwan have taken the charge 

Saud Shakeel and Md. Rizwan have now taken the charge of Pakistan's batting. They have built a solid partnership of 69 runs so far.

Score after 25 overs

Pakistan: 99/2

Score after 19 overs

Pakistan: 77/2

Score after 18 overs

Pakistan: 74/2

Score after 15 overs

Pakistan: 63/2

Score after 14 overs

Pakistan: 61/2

Score after 13 overs

Pakistan: 59/2

Score after 11 overs

Pakistan: 55/2

Score after 10 overs

Pakistan: 52/2

Imam-ul-Haq Run Out by Axar Patel  

Kuldeep Yadav to Imam, out! Imam-ul-Haq pushes the ball towards mid-on and sets off for a single. Axar Patel charges in, takes a direct hit, and finds Imam well short despite a dive. A needless risk costs Pakistan as both openers are now dismissed. Imam run out (Axar) 10(26).

Score after 9 overs

PAK 47-1

Hardik Pandya Strikes!

Hardik Pandya dismissed Babar Azam for 23 runs.

Score after 6 overs

Pakistan: 26/0

Score after 5 overs

Pakistan: 25/0

Score after 4 overs

Pakistan: 22/0

Score after 3 overs

Pakistan: 14/0

Score after 2nd over 

Pakistan: 10/0