In cricket, few rivalries have ignited as fiercely as the one between Afghanistan and Pakistan. These neighboring nations share a deep passion for the game, and whenever their teams clash, it’s a spectacle that captivates fans worldwide.
On February 10, 2012, Pakistan and Afghanistan began their cricket rivalry. In the 13 matches they’ve played so far, Pakistan has been the stronger team, winning 11 times, while Afghanistan has claimed victory in 2 of the head-to-head encounters.
Let’s see Afghanistan vs. Pakistan head-to-head encounters from thrilling One Day Internationals (ODIs) to pumping Twenty20 (T20) matches.
Total matches of Afghanistan vs Pakistan head-to-head
Format | Matches | Pakistan won | Afghanistan won | Draw/Tie/NR |
ODI | 7 | 7 | 0 | 0 |
T20I | 6 | 4 | 2 | 0 |
Total | 13 | 11 | 2 | 0 |
Total ODI Matches Between Pak vs. Afg
Date | Venue | Afghanistan Score | Pakistan Score | Result |
Feb 10, 2012 | Sharjah Cricket Stadium | 195/10 (48.3) | 198/3 (37.1) | Pakistan won by 7 wickets |
Feb 27, 2014 | Khan Shaheb Osman Ali Stadium | 176/10 (47.2) | 248/8 (50) | Pakistan won by 72 runs |
Sep 21, 2018 | Sheikh Zayed Stadium | 257/6 (50) | 258/7 (49.3) | Pakistan won by 3 wickets |
Jun 29, 2019 | Headingley Stadium | 227/9 (50) | 230/7 (49.4) | Pakistan won by 3 wickets |
Aug 22, 2023 | Mahinda Rajapaksa | 59/10 (19.2 | 201(47.1) | Pakistan won by 142 runs |
Aug 24, 2023 | Mahinda Rajapaksa | 300/5 (50) | 302/9 (49.5) | Pakistan won by 1 wicket |
Aug 26, 2023 | R. Premadasa Stadium | 209 (48.4) | 268/8 (50) | Pakistan won by 59 runs |
Total T20 Matches Between Pak vs. Afg
Date | Venue | Afghanistan Score | Pakistan Score | Result |
Dec 8, 2013 | Sharjah Cricket Stadium | 137/8 (20) | 138/4 (19.5) | Pakistan won by 6 wickets |
Oct 29, 2021 | Dubai International Cricket Stadium | 147/6 (20) | 148/5 (19) | Pakistan won by 5 wickets |
Sep 7, 2022 | Dubai International Cricket Stadium | 129/6 (20) | 131/9 (19.2) | Pakistan won by 1 wicket |
Mar 24, 2023 | Sharjah Cricket Stadium | 98/4 (17.5) | 92/9 (20) | Afghanistan won by 6 wickets |
Mar 26, 2023 | Sharjah Cricket Stadium | 133/3 (19.5) | 130/6 (20) | Afghanistan won by 7 wickets |
Mar 27, 2023 | Sharjah Cricket Stadium | 116/10 (18.4) | 182/7 (20) | Pakistan won by 66 runs |
Also Know: India vs Pakistan Cricket Rivalry
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs): Pakistan-Afghanistan Cricket
What is the highest ODI score in matches between Pakistan and Afghanistan?
The highest ODI score in matches between Pakistan and Afghanistan is 302/9, achieved by Pakistan on August 24, 2023, at Headingley Stadium.
Who achieved the best bowling figures in a single inning in Pakistan vs.Afghanistan ODIs?
Shahid Afridi holds the record for the best bowling figures in a single inning in Pakistan vs Afghanistan ODIs, taking 5 wickets.
Which player has scored the most runs in T20 matches between Pakistan and Afghanistan?
Mohammad Nabi has scored the most runs in T20 matches between Pakistan and Afghanistan, amassing 102* runs in 6 matches.
Has Afghanistan won any games against Pakistan in ODI or T20 matches?
Afghanistan has achieved two victories against Pakistan in head-to-head encounters, and both of these remarkable wins were in T20 matches.
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