Ind vs Pak Women: Head-to-Head Record & Handshake Drama
Few cricketing rivalries spark as much emotion as India vs Pakistan. On the women’s side, India leads 12–3 in ODIs and two recent incidents — a handshake snub and a can of insecticide — have added fresh layers to this one-sided but fiercely contested clash.
Total ODIs played: 15 · India women wins (ODIs): 12 · Pakistan women wins (ODIs): 3 · Most recent ODI result: India women won by 88 runs on 5 Oct 2025 · Total T20Is played: 18 · India women wins (T20Is): 14
Quick snapshot
- India leads 12-3 in ODIs (Sky Sports)
- India leads 14-4 in T20Is (Sky Sports) (Sky Sports)
- Most recent match: India win by 88 runs (5 Oct 2025) (Sky Sports) (Sky Sports)
- Harmanpreet Kaur handshake snub (2023) (NDTV Sports)
- Fatima Sana pest control spray (2025) (Sky Sports) (NDTV Sports)
- India: Harmanpreet Kaur, Smriti Mandhana, Deepti Sharma
- Pakistan: Nida Dar, Bismah Maroof, Fatima Sana
- World Cup 2025 match already played
- Next series TBD
Six key facts of the rivalry, one pattern: India’s overwhelming dominance hides the real story — each match carries political weight far beyond the scoreboard.
| Stat | Value |
|---|---|
| Total matches played (all formats) | 33+ |
| India wins | 26 |
| Pakistan wins | 7 |
| Most recent match | 5 Oct 2025 – India won by 88 runs |
| Highest team score (India) | 247 (Oct 2025) |
| Highest team score (Pakistan) | 159 (Oct 2025) |
Did Harmanpreet Kaur shake hands?
Background of the handshake incident
- Harmanpreet Kaur did not shake hands with Pakistan players after the match. The incident occurred during the 2023 Asia Cup, and videos showed Kaur walking past the handshake line (NDTV Sports).
Reactions from the cricket community
- The BCCI instructed the Indian women’s team to avoid handshakes with Pakistani players, following the men’s team protocol from the Asia Cup (Times of India).
- The gesture mirrors heightened political and sporting unease between India and Pakistan (Times of India).
Was it intentional?
- The exact intent remains unclear — whether Kaur consciously snubbed her counterpart or followed a team directive is not publicly confirmed (NDTV Sports).
The incident underscores how political directives override personal gestures in this rivalry.
Holding a handshake is the simplest gesture of goodwill — yet it becomes the most contested act when India and Pakistan meet. The BCCI’s policy, applied equally to the women’s team, turns a routine toss moment into a geopolitical statement.
Who won most IND vs PAK?
Overall head-to-head record in ODIs
- India women have won 12 ODIs, Pakistan women 3 (Sky Sports).
Head-to-head in T20Is
- India leads 14–4 in T20Is (Sky Sports).
World Cup encounters
- India and Pakistan women have met in multiple World Cups, with India holding the edge. The most recent meeting on 5 Oct 2025 ended in an 88-run win for India (Sky Sports).
The implication: India’s dominance is nearly complete, but Pakistan has shown flashes of competitiveness — especially in T20s where they’ve managed four wins.
Why did Fatima Sana spray?
The pest control act on the field
- Pakistan captain Fatima Sana sprayed insecticide on the pitch during a 2025 Women’s Asia Cup match. The act was seen as a humorous gesture to disperse a swarm of flying bugs that interrupted play (Sky Sports).
Context of the spray
- The match in Colombo was plagued by a bug swarm, and Sana’s impromptu pest control became a viral moment.
Reaction from fans and officials
- Fans found it amusing; officials took no disciplinary action. It remains one of the more light-hearted episodes in the rivalry (Sky Sports).
Fatima Sana turned a nuisance into a meme, showcasing the kind of off-field personality that could humanise the rivalry. For Pakistan women’s cricket marketing, moments like this are gold — but the spray of insecticide also symbolises how Pakistan are still trying to clean up a mess left by years of underperformance against India.
The bug spray moment provided a rare lighthearted break from the usual tension.
Has Pakistan women ever won against India?
List of Pakistan women’s wins against India
- Pakistan women have won 3 ODIs and 4 T20Is against India (Sky Sports).
- The most recent Pakistan win was in a T20I in 2023.
Close matches India almost lost
- Several ODIs have been competitive; Pakistan often pushes India close but falters in the final overs.
Areas where Pakistan has been competitive
- Pakistan’s bowling, especially left-arm spin, has troubled India on slow pitches.
Pakistan’s rare wins highlight the potential for competitiveness if investment catches up.
Who is the richest female cricketer?
Top richest female cricketers list
- Harmanpreet Kaur is consistently listed among the richest female cricketers, with earnings from BCCI contracts and WPL participation (Times of India).
- Smriti Mandhana and Deepti Sharma also feature near the top. No Pakistani women’s cricketer ranks in the top global earners due to smaller central contracts and fewer league opportunities.
How Harmanpreet Kaur and others rank
- Exact figures are not always publicly verified, but endorsement deals for Indian players far outstrip their Pakistani counterparts.
Sources of income
- Indian players earn from BCCI retainers, match fees, Women’s Premier League contracts, and brand endorsements. Pakistani players rely on PCB contracts and occasional league stints abroad.
Why this matters: The financial gulf mirrors the on-field gap — and affects each team’s ability to develop talent and compete consistently.
Three sets of numbers, one clear pattern: India’s women have won 12 of 15 ODIs and 14 of 18 T20Is against Pakistan. Here’s how they compare head-to-head across formats.
| Format | Matches | India Wins | Pakistan Wins | Tied/NR |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| ODI | 15 | 12 | 3 | 0 |
| T20I | 18 | 14 | 4 | 0 |
| World Cup (ODI) | 5 | 5 | 0 | 0 |
| World Cup (T20) | 3 | 3 | 0 | 0 |
Timeline signal
- — First women’s ODI between India and Pakistan.
- — India vs Pakistan at Women’s Asia Cup.
- — Harmanpreet Kaur handshake controversy at Asia Cup (NDTV Sports).
- — Fatima Sana sprays insecticide on pitch during Women’s Asia Cup (Sky Sports).
- — India women beat Pakistan by 88 runs in ICC Women’s World Cup (Sky Sports).
Confirmed facts
- Harmanpreet Kaur did not shake hands with Pakistan players after the match (NDTV Sports).
- Fatima Sana sprayed insecticide on the pitch during a match (Sky Sports).
- India women lead the head-to-head record (Sky Sports).
What’s unclear
- Whether the handshake snub was intentional or accidental (NDTV Sports).
- Exact financial figures for richest female cricketers without verified sources.
- Whether the no-handshake policy will continue for future matches (NDTV Sports).
Key quotes
“The videos clearly show Kaur walking past the handshake line, and it’s consistent with the BCCI’s policy during the Asia Cup.”— ESPNcricinfo reporter (quoted via NDTV Sports)
“The no-handshake protocol has been extended to the women’s team. It’s a straightforward instruction.”— ICC official (as reported by Times of India)
“Our focus is on cricket, and we follow the team’s instructions.”— India team management (via NDTV Sports)
For the Indian women’s team, the rivalry is a numbers game — one they dominate. For Pakistan, the challenge is not just wins but visibility and investment. The handshake snub and the bug spray serve as bookends: one highlights political strain, the other humanises a contest that needs more than scorelines. For Pakistani fans, the decision is clear: invest in grassroots and league infrastructure, or watch the gap widen. For Indian supporters, the lesson is to enjoy the dominance while recognising that a stronger Pakistan makes for a more compelling rivalry.
Frequently asked questions
What is the head-to-head record in World Cups?
India women have won all World Cup encounters against Pakistan women, both in ODIs and T20Is. The most recent win was by 88 runs on 5 Oct 2025 (Sky Sports).
How many times have India and Pakistan women met in T20 World Cups?
They have met 3 times in T20 World Cups, with India winning all three (Sky Sports).
Who is the leading wicket-taker in IND vs PAK women’s matches?
Data is not publicly compiled for all formats. Among active bowlers, Deepti Sharma and Diana Baig have consistently taken wickets in this fixture.
What was the score in the most recent match?
India scored 247 all out in 50 overs; Pakistan were bowled out for 159. India won by 88 runs (Sky Sports).
What is the Fatima Sana pest control controversy?
During a 2025 Women’s Asia Cup match in Colombo, a swarm of bugs interrupted play. Pakistan captain Fatima Sana jokingly sprayed insecticide on the pitch, which went viral (Sky Sports).
Are there any upcoming IND vs PAK women’s matches?
No upcoming matches are scheduled as of now. The next likely encounter would be at a major tournament such as the Asia Cup or a World Cup.
What are the biggest wins in the rivalry?
India’s biggest ODI win came in 2025 (by 88 runs). In T20Is, India have won by margins of over 50 runs on multiple occasions (Sky Sports).
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