
Achievements and highlights regarding bowlers with the most wickets in India vs. Pakistan clashes in ICC ODI tournaments are:
Top Wicket-Takers in ICC ODI Matches Between India and Pakistan:
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Wasim Akram (Pakistan)
- Total Wickets in ODIs (Overall): 60 wickets in 48 matches against India.
- Key Achievements in ICC ODI Events: Known for his ability to swing the ball, Akram was instrumental in breaking Indian partnerships in high-pressure matches.
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Anil Kumble (India)
- Total Wickets in ODIs (Overall): 54 wickets against Pakistan.
- Key Achievements in ICC ODI Events: His control and variations were key factors in containing Pakistan’s batting lineup during ICC events.
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Hardik Pandya (India)
- Total Wickets in ICC ODI Tournaments vs. Pakistan: 15 wickets.
- Key Highlights: Pandya’s success has been in recent years, especially with crucial breakthroughs in powerplay and death overs.
Key Highlights of India-Pakistan ICC Encounters:
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1996 Cricket World Cup (Quarter-Final):
- Venkatesh Prasad’s 3 wickets helped India secure a win over Pakistan, with a memorable dismissal of Amir Sohail.
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2003 Cricket World Cup:
- Ashish Nehra’s 2 wickets were pivotal as India chased down 274, with Sachin Tendulkar’s iconic 98 stealing the show.
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2011 Cricket World Cup (Semi-Final):
- Zaheer Khan and Munaf Patel collectively took 5 wickets to restrict Pakistan to 231, setting up India’s victory and eventual World Cup win.
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Champions Trophy 2017 (Final):
- Mohammad Amir’s lethal spell (3 wickets, including Kohli and Rohit) dismantled India’s top order, leading to Pakistan’s emphatic victory. That spell from Muhammad Amir was one of his best spell in his entire career and in Pakistan’s Cricket history.
Key Achievements:
- These matches often define players’ careers due to the intensity and pressure.
- The bowlers listed have consistently delivered under pressure, securing vital breakthroughs in high-stakes games.
- Their performances not only shaped match outcomes but also became part of cricket folklore.