Bhubaneswar, Feb. 23 -- The India-Pakistan cricket rivalry is one of the most intense and emotionally charged in the sport, deeply rooted in the complex political history between the two nations. Since their partition in 1947, cricket matches between India and Pakistan have been more than just sporting events, often serving as a proxy for diplomatic relations.

The rivalry intensified in the 1980s and 1990s, with memorable encounters in World Cups and bilateral series. However, political tensions have frequently affected cricketing ties, leading to long periods without bilateral series. Despite these challenges, matches between the two teams, particularly in multi-nation tournaments, continue to draw massive global audiences and generate ...