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India vs Pakistan, World Cup Match: Fun Facts Part 2

IND v PAK

India World Cup Cricket
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IND v PAK

India World Cup Cricket
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In Saturday's India vs Pakistan world cup cricket match, more than a few records were set. Here are a few such accomplishments as India defeated Pakistan by 76 runs.

This became the third time Pakistan gave up 300 or more runs in a World Cup match. In 2003, Australia put up 310/8 at Johannesburg. Recently, thanks to Ross Taylor, we saw a 302/7 at Pallekele.

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India Pakistan Cricket World Cup
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More Stats

India Pakistan Cricket World Cup
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Head-to-head, India is actually still losing to Pakistan. Pakistan has won 72 ODI matches vs India, while India has won just 51 now.

MS Dhoni now has 14,005 international cricket runs. He is only the third wicket-keeper to cross the 14K mark, behind Kumar Sangakkara (17,338) and Adam Gilchrist (15,252).


One Positive for Pakistan

Dhawan Rohit Sharma India World Cup Cricket
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One Positive for Pakistan

Dhawan Rohit Sharma India World Cup Cricket
Photo courtesy of Zee News Twitter

Although Pakistan lost, one of their shining stars was fast bowler Sohail Khan who picked up 5 wickets for 55 runs. He is the only Pakistani bowler ever to get five wickets in his debut World Cup match.

Rohit Ghosh is a Senior Writer for www.Rantsports.com. Follow him on Twitter @RohitGhosh. “Like” him on Facebook or add him to your network on Google.

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