Asia Cup 2022: India vs Pakistan - Interesting statistical trivia

Pakistan clash. The two sub-continental heavyweights will clash tonight for a second time in the ongoing Asia Cup. This time it will be in the crucial Super 4s stage. India and Pakistan are the favourites also to play each other in the final. The rivalry is a storied one and has produced some of the most unforgettable cricket action over the decades. But often, especially in recent times, an India vs Pakistan clash hasn't lived up to the hype that it generates, producing almost one-sided affairs. The league stage match in the Asia Cup this time though was a reminder of just how exciting this contest can be, with India pulling off a 5 wicket win, with 2 balls left.

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The fans will be hoping to witness another nail-biting contest this evening, when the two sides go toe to toe in Dubai. Ahead of the next chapter of the India vs Pakistan rivalry, here's a quick look at some very interesting statistical trivia: # India have won nine and lost five (NR 1) out of 15 Asia Cup matches played against Pakistan. # Since losing by one wicket to Pakistan in the ODI at Mirpur on March 2, 2014, India have won the next four Asia Cup matches against them - by 5 wickets at Mirpur on February 27, 2016 (T20I); by 8 wickets on September 19, 2018, by 9 wickets on September 23, 2018 - both at Dubai in the ODI format and by 5 wickets