Hockey: India vs Pakistan last five meetings
The Men in Blue have had the upper hand against Pakistan in the recent past.
Ask anyone in India or Pakistan about their great sporting rivalry, and cricket will probably come up first. But hockey has its own story to tell. For decades, the two nations have gone head to head on the turf, and those matches have carried just as much pride and emotion as anything on a cricket pitch.
These games have left a real mark on international hockey. Every meeting brings raw passion, sharp skill, and the feeling that more than a result is on the line. Scroll down to see how the two sides stack up in their last five head-to-head matches.
Whether it’s the Olympics, the World Cup, or the Asian Games, India vs Pakistan hockey rarely disappoints. Expect tense finishes, moments that make your heart skip, and players who give everything to defend their country’s honour.
India vs Pakistan last five meetings
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#1 India 4-3 Pakistan (October 1, 2026) – Asian Games 2026
India edged Pakistan in a thrilling semi-final clash at the Asian Games 2026 in Aichi-Nagoya, Japan. The Men in Blue took a 2-0 lead in the first quarter as captain Harmanpreet Singh found the back of the net twice. Shilanand Lakra then set up Sukhjeet, who scored to put India three goals ahead.
However, the Indian side switched off in defence, conceding six penalty corners. Pakistan captain Abu Mahmood scored before half-time. Hannan Shahid scored in the 45th minute before setting up Waheed Rana four minutes later, levelling the scores at 3-3.
With just 45 seconds remaining on the clock and the prospect of a shootout looking likely, Abhishek’s shot took a deflection off Sufyan Khan and went past Ali Raza to hand India a stunning victory and booking a place in the men’s hockey final.
#2 India 5-3 Pakistan (August 19, 2026) – FIH Men’s Hockey World Cup 2026
The most recent India vs Pakistan hockey meeting came at the FIH Men’s Hockey World Cup 2026 on August 19, where India won 5-3 and knocked Pakistan out of the tournament.
Harmanpreet Singh and Abhishek scored two goals each, while Hardik Singh converted a penalty stroke in the second half. Hannan Shahid netted twice, and Sufyan Khan added a drag-flick goal for Pakistan, who pushed hard in the final quarter and made the finish tense. India held on to secure their place in the second round.
#3 India 7-1 Pakistan (June 26, 2026) – FIH Pro League
India beat Pakistan 7-1 in the FIH Pro League on June 26, 2026, at Lee Valley in London, completing a double over their rivals after a 4-3 win earlier in the week. Pakistan captain Abu Bakar Mahmood scored first, but seven different Indian players replied, including Harmanpreet Singh, Sukhjeet Singh, Hardik Singh (penalty stroke), Jugraj Singh, Abhishek, Raj Kumar Pal and Dilpreet Singh.
#4 India 4-3 Pakistan (June 23, 2026) – FIH Pro League
India edged Pakistan 4-3 in their first-ever FIH Pro League meeting on June 23, 2026, at Lee Valley in London. Ahmad Nadeem gave Pakistan the lead, but Abhishek, Nilakanta Sharma, Sukhjeet Singh and Rajinder Singh put India 4-1 up.
Abu Mahmood pulled one back from a penalty corner, and Moin Shakeel struck with just 14 seconds left, making the finish nervy. India held their nerve to move up to seventh in the standings, and Manpreet Singh was named Player of the Match.
#5 India 2-1 Pakistan (Sep 14, 2024) – Asian Champions Trophy 2024
In their latest clash, India continued their dominance over Pakistan, extending their unbeaten streak to 17 matches with a hard-fought 2-1 victory. The tightly contested game saw India come from behind, driven by two crucial goals from captain Harmanpreet Singh, who once again showcased his leadership and scoring prowess.
Despite Pakistan’s strong resistance and early lead, India managed to turn the tide and secure the win, reinforcing their superiority in recent encounters against their arch-rivals.
Who won the latest match between India and Pakistan?
India defeated Pakistan 4-3 in the Asian Games 2026 men’s hockey semi-finals.
How has India performed against Pakistan in recent years?
India have dominated the rivalry since 2016. They have won 18 of the last 20 matches, with the other two ending in draws. Pakistan’s last win over India came in 2016 at the South Asian Games final.
What was India’s biggest recent win over Pakistan?
India recorded a historic 10-2 victory over Pakistan at the 2022 Asian Games in Hangzhou (played in 2023), marking their largest-ever win in this rivalry.
Who has the better overall head-to-head record?
Pakistan still lead the all-time head-to-head record with 82 wins compared to India’s 71 wins.
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