Pakistan vs India: The 10-Wicket Win, 2021 T20 World Cup
Pakistan had never beaten India at a World Cup, in 50 overs or 20. In Dubai they did it without losing a wicket.
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Match facts
| Competition | ICC Men’s T20 World Cup |
|---|---|
| Date | 24 October 2021 |
| Venue | Dubai International Stadium |
| Result | Pakistan won by 10 wickets |
The story of the match
Shaheen Shah Afridi trapped Rohit Sharma lbw with the first ball he bowled to him and then bowled KL Rahul with a brilliant inswinger. Virat Kohli fought back with 57, and Rishabh Pant made 39, as India reached 151 for 7.
Babar Azam and Mohammad Rizwan then chased the target with total control. Babar made 68 not out and Rizwan 79 not out, and Pakistan won with 13 balls to spare.
Key moments to watch for
- Shaheen removes Rohit with his first ball to him
- The inswinger to bowl Rahul
- Kohli’s 57
- Babar and Rizwan’s unbroken stand of 152
Why it’s one of the greatest cricket matches ever
It was Pakistan’s first win over India at any World Cup, after years of defeats. The scale of the win, by ten wickets, made it even more memorable for Pakistan fans.
More classic cricket matches
- New Zealand vs South Africa: Grant Elliott’s Six, 2015 World Cup Semi-Final
- England vs India: India’s Lord’s Fightback, 2021
- Ireland vs England: Kevin O’Brien’s 50-Ball Hundred, 2011 World Cup
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