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India vs Pakistan: cricket's toxic but essential rivalry
Original: India vs Pakistan is the toxic rivalry cricket cannot do without
India and Pakistan's cricket rivalry remains the sport's most charged fixture, drawing enormous global audiences whenever the two teams meet. Reporting argues the rivalry is toxic, fuelled by political tension and hostile fan behaviour, yet insists the sport cannot thrive without it, as the fixture generates unmatched interest and revenue. The debate centres on whether cricket can embrace the rivalry while containing its darker side.
Why now: The two teams' matches continue to provoke intense debate over politics, fandom and the sport's finances.
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