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The historic rivalry between the India Women national cricket team and the Pakistan Women national cricket team delivers unparalleled excitement across the sporting world. Driven by intense regional pride and elite tactical evolution, these historic encounters showcase extraordinary athleticism, spinning masterpieces, and standard-setting performances that consistently redefine the landscape of international women’s cricket.
Squad Comparison for India Women vs Pakistan Women
The complete ICC Women’s T20 World Cup 2026 squads for both the India Women’s National Cricket Team and the Pakistan Women’s National Cricket Team are detailed below.
| Player Role | India Women Squad Players | Pakistan Women Squad Players |
|---|---|---|
| Captains / Leadership | Harmanpreet Kaur (Captain), Smriti Mandhana (Vice-Captain) | Fatima Sana (Captain) |
| Batters | Shafali Verma, Jemimah Rodrigues, Bharti Fulmali | Ayesha Zafar, Eyman Fatima, Iram Javed, Natalia Pervaiz |
| Wicketkeepers | Richa Ghosh, Yastika Bhatia | Muneeba Ali, Gull Feroza |
| All-Rounders | Deepti Sharma, Nandani Sharma | Aliya Riaz, Saira Jabeen |
| Spin Bowlers | Radha Yadav, Shreyanka Patil | Tuba Hassan, Nashra Sandhu, Sadia Iqbal, Rameen Shamim |
| Fast / Medium Bowlers | Renuka Singh Thakur, Arundhati Reddy, Kranti Gaud, Shree Charani | Diana Baig, Tasmia Rubab |
Last 7 Matches Scorecard Timeline: India Women vs Pakistan Women
| Match Date & Venue | Tournament Stage | Innings Breakdown | Top Performers | Ultimate Outcome | Notable Match Moment |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| June 14, 2026 Edgbaston, Birmingham | ICC Women’s T20 World Cup (Group A) | IND-W: 170/6 (20 Ov) PAK-W: 106 All Out (17 Ov) | S. Mandhana 68 (44) D. Sharma 5/10 (4 Ov) | India Women won by 64 runs | Deepti Sharma registers her career-best bowling figures in a World Cup fixture. |
| October 05, 2025 R. Premadasa, Colombo | ICC Women’s Cricket World Cup | IND-W: 247 All Out (50 Ov) PAK-W: 159 All Out (43 Ov) | K. Gaud (POTM) S. Ameen 81 (104) | India Women won by 88 runs | Opening bowling spell by Renuka Singh restricts Pakistan early in a steep 50-over chase. |
| October 06, 2024 Dubai Int. Stadium, Dubai | ICC Women’s T20 World Cup | PAK-W: 105/8 (20 Ov) IND-W: 108/4 (18.5 Ov) | S. Mandhana 23 (35) F. Sana 2/23 (4 Ov) | India Women won by 6 wickets | Indian middle-order shows nerves of steel to successfully anchor a low-scoring, slow chase. |
| July 19, 2024 Rangiri Dambulla, Dambulla | Women’s T20 Asia Cup | PAK-W: 108 All Out (19.2 Ov) IND-W: 112/3 (14.1 Ov) | D. Sharma 3/20 (4 Ov) S. Verma 40 (29) | India Women won by 7 wickets | Indian opening combination blasts a rapid powerplay score to end the match early. |
| February 12, 2023 Newlands, Cape Town | ICC Women’s T20 World Cup | PAK-W: 149/4 (20 Ov) IND-W: 151/3 (19 Ov) | B. Maroof 68* (55) J. Rodrigues 53* (38) | India Women won by 7 wickets | Jemimah Rodrigues and Richa Ghosh execute an aggressive 40-run death-overs partnership. |
| October 07, 2022 Sylhet Int. Stadium, Sylhet | Women’s T20 Asia Cup | PAK-W: 137/5 (20 Ov) IND-W: 124 All Out (19.4 Ov) | N. Dar 56* (37) & 2/23 D. Sharma 3/27 (4 Ov) | Pakistan Women won by 13 runs | Pakistan’s spin attack forces a massive middle-order collapse to secure a historic win. |
| July 31, 2022 Edgbaston, Birmingham | Commonwealth Games | PAK-W: 99 All Out (18 Ov) IND-W: 102/2 (11.4 Ov) | S. Mandhana 63* (42) S. Rana 2/15 (4 Ov) | India Women won by 8 wickets | Smriti Mandhana strikes at a 150+ rate to wrap up the target inside twelve overs. |
Upcoming Series Details
| Date | Match Details | Format | Venue |
|---|---|---|---|
| August 14, 2026 | 1st T20I Women | Twenty20 International | Gaddafi Stadium, Lahore |
| August 16, 2026 | 2nd T20I Women | Twenty20 International | National Stadium, Karachi |
| August 19, 2026 | 3rd T20I Women | Twenty20 International | Multan Cricket Stadium, Multan |
| August 22, 2026 | 1st ODI Women | One Day International | Rawalpindi Cricket Stadium, Rawalpindi |
| August 25, 2026 | 2nd ODI Women | One Day International | Gaddafi Stadium, Lahore |
Head-to-Head Summary
| Format | Matches Played | India Wins | Pakistan Wins | Ties/No Result |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| One Day Internationals | 13 | 13 | 0 | 0 |
| Twenty20 Internationals | 16 | 13 | 3 | 0 |
Most Memorable Match – The Epic Thriller!
| Match | Scorecard Summary | Defining Moment | Match Outcome |
|---|---|---|---|
| Group Match, T20 World Cup 2026 | India Women 170/6 (20 Overs) vs. Pakistan Women 106 All Out (18.2 Overs) | Deepti Sharma claiming a sensational 5-wicket haul for just 10 runs | India Women won by 64 runs in England |
Major Tournament Matches Between Them
| Tournament Edition | Match Stage | Format | Notable Performance | Victor |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 Women’s T20 World Cup | Group Stage | T20I | Smriti Mandhana 61 (38) | India |
| 2024 Women’s Asia Cup | Group Stage | T20I | Deepti Sharma 3 wickets for 20 | India |
| 2023 Women’s T20 World Cup | Group Stage | T20I | Jemimah Rodrigues 53* (38) | India |
| 2022 Women’s Asia Cup | League Stage | T20I | Nida Dar 56* (37) and 2/23 | Pakistan |
Best Key Performance Table
| Format (Recent Era) | Top Batsman (Runs) | Top Bowler (Wickets) | Highest Individual Score | Best Bowling Figures |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| ODIs | Smriti Mandhana (412 runs) | Rajeshwari Gayakwad (11 wickets) | Smriti Mandhana (105) | Ekta Bisht (5/18) |
| T20Is | Harmanpreet Kaur (388 runs) | Deepti Sharma (15 wickets) | Jemimah Rodrigues (53*) | Deepti Sharma (5/10) |
Ultimate Rivalry: India Women vs Pakistan Women Grid Matrix
| Tactical Domain | Indian Dominance Factor | Pakistani Resistance Factor | Impact on Match Outcome |
|---|---|---|---|
| Powerplay Batting | Shafali Verma and Smriti Mandhana blast high-speed aerial boundaries to exploit field restrictions. | Fatima Sana deploys deceptive slower-ball variations early to force mistimed shots. | Sets a psychological tone; early wickets choke Pakistan, while a steady start isolates India. |
| Middle-Overs Spin Trap | Deepti Sharma locks down an end with tight, drifting off-spin to dry up the runs. | Sadia Iqbal and Nashra Sandhu use sharp lateral turn to break anchoring partnerships. | Dictates the final target; whichever team handles the turning ball without throwing away wickets wins. |
| Death Overs Execution | Richa Ghosh executes high-velocity, clean striking over deep mid-wicket and long-on. | Diana Baig delivers accurate low full tosses and wide yorkers to deny swinging room. | Decides the final 25-30 runs of the innings, often acting as the exact margin of victory. |
| Tactical Captaincy | Harmanpreet Kaur uses ultra-aggressive field settings, placing close-in catchers to build pressure. | Fatima Sana favors rapid bowling rotations to prevent batters from settling into a rhythm. | Forces critical errors from the opposition batters during high-pressure transition phases. |
| Fielding and Athleticism | High-intensity boundary-riding saves crucial runs and creates athletic run-out chances. | Agile inner-ring fielders apply immense dot-ball pressure to restrict quick singles. | Directly saves or concedes 15-20 hidden runs, creating the ultimate difference in low-scoring chases. |
Top Individual Match Performances
| Batter (Team) | Score | Opponent | Match Context |
|---|---|---|---|
| Smriti Mandhana (India) | 105 | Pakistan | ICC Women’s Cricket World Cup |
| Sidra Ameen (Pakistan) | 81 | India | ICC Women’s Cricket World Cup |
| Smriti Mandhana (India) | 68 | Pakistan | ICC Women’s T20 World Cup |
| Nida Dar (Pakistan) | 56* | India | Women’s T20 Asia Cup |
| Jemimah Rodrigues (India) | 53* | Pakistan | ICC Women’s T20 World Cup |
Head-to-Head Wicket Breakdown: Spin vs Pace
| Bowling Style | Total Wickets Taken | Economy Rate Range | Primary Strike Weapon |
|---|---|---|---|
| Spin Bowlers | 148 Wickets | 4.80 – 6.20 runs/over | Deepti Sharma (India) / Nashra Sandhu (Pakistan) |
| Pace Bowlers | 64 Wickets | 6.50 – 7.80 runs/over | Renuka Singh Thakur (India) / Fatima Sana (Pakistan) |
Win-Loss Record at Neutral Venues
| Venue Type | Matches Played | India Women Wins | Pakistan Women Wins | No Result |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Neutral Stadiums | 26 | 23 | 3 | 0 |
Final Verdict
India currently dictates the terms of this historic rivalry through a highly versatile spin department and a explosive top-order batting unit. While Pakistan continues to close the competitive deficit using innovative pace leadership, India’s systemic tactical depth and unmatched composure under extreme pressure ensure they remain the dominant force.
