Hockey: India vs Pakistan head-to-head record
India holds the upper hand against their arch-rivals.
The historic rivalry between India and Pakistan extends beyond cricket to the world of hockey, where the two nations have been engaged in fierce battles on the field for decades.
The head-to-head clashes between these arch-rivals have shaped the landscape of international hockey, showcasing the passion, skill, and fervor that transcends the sport itself. Check the India vs Pakistan head-to-head records below.
Hockey clashes between India and Pakistan have consistently delivered nail-biting moments and heart-stopping action. Whether it’s the Olympics, World Cups, or Asian Games, each match showcases the players’ determination to uphold their nation’s honor.
Olympic Clashes
The first official meeting took place during the 1956 Melbourne Olympics. However, before the meeting, India had already won five straight Olympic gold medals while Pakistan was still to win a medal. Randhir Singh Gentle scored the only goal of the match helping India add one more gold to their medals tally.
In the Summer Olympics in 1960, both nations once again met in the final. This time Pakistan defeated India 1-0, courtesy of a goal by Naseer Ahmad Bunda.
Players who have played for both teams
- Ali Dara
- Latif-ur Rehman
- Akhtar Hussain
India vs Pakistan in Asian Champions Trophy
The Asian Champions Trophy features Asia’s top six field hockey teams. India became the inaugural champion of the Asian Champions Trophy after defeating Pakistan 4-2 in a shoot-out in 2011.
Apart from South Korea, India and Pakistan have both won the trophy three times each.
India vs Pakistan Last 5 games
India: 4
Pakistan : 0
Draw :1
India vs Pakistan overall head-to-head
Olympics
Match Played: 7
India: 2
Pakistan: 4
Draw: 1
World Cup
Match Played: 5
India: 3
Pakistan: 2
Draw: 0
Champions Trophy
Match Played: 19
India: 7
Pakistan: 12
Asian Games
Match Played: 15
India: 4
Pakistan: 8
Draw: 3
Commonwealth Games
Match Played: 3
India: 1
Pakistan: 1
Draw: 1
FIH Hockey Pro League
Match played: 3
India: 2
Pakistan: 0
Draw: 1
Asia Cup
Match Played: 9
India: 3
Pakistan: 5
Draw: 1
Asian Champions Trophy
Match Played: 10
India: 6
Pakistan: 2
Draw: 2
Afro-Asian Games
Match Played: 2
India: 2
Pakistan: 0
Test Series
Match Played: 52
India: 16
Pakistan: 25
Draw: 11
Others
Match Played: 53
India: 18
Pakistan: 23
Draw: 12
Total
Match Played: 178
India: 64
Pakistan: 82
Draw: 32
India vs Pakistan top goalscorers
India: Sandeep Singh (20 goals)
Pakistan: Sohail Abbas (54 goals)
India vs Pakistan biggest wins
India: 7-4 (Champions Trophy 2003, Commonwealth Games 2010)
Pakistan: 7-1 (Champions Trophy 1980, Asian Games 1982)
Who leads the overall head-to-head record in hockey between India and Pakistan?
Pakistan lead the overall rivalry with 82 wins compared to India’s 64 victories, while 32 matches have ended in draws (178 matches in total).
Who has the upper hand in recent India vs Pakistan matches?
India have dominated the recent encounters. In the last five matches, India have won four, with one match ending in a draw.
When did India and Pakistan first meet in the Olympics?
Their first Olympic meeting came at the 1956 Melbourne Olympics final, where India won 1-0 thanks to a goal by Randhir Singh Gentle.
How many times have India and Pakistan faced each other at the Olympics?
The two teams have met seven times at the Olympics. Pakistan have won four matches, India have won two, and one ended in a draw.
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