Virender Sehwag overcame his worst slump in form to play a vital role in India’s emphatic 51-run series-equalling win in the two-match DLF Cup one-day tournament against Pakistan here today. It was a remarkable turnaround by the Indians after their 6-wicket defeat in the first match yesterday and their efforts ensured they returned home with honours even. After scoring a competitive 269 for 5, India bowled out Pakistan for 218 in 45.2 overs to register their 18th win in last 24 matches. It was also India’s 25th win at a neutral venue against Pakistan who have played each other 64 times. Pakistan have won 37 while there have been two no results. The Indian victory was set up by the batsmen and especially the 138-run partnership between Sehwag and Rahul Dravid who once again led by example with a fine 92. Mahendra Singh Dhoni also joined the party with a 59 while Yuvraj Singh provided the late thrust with a cameo 10-ball 24.