The biggest rivalries in Indian sport: from India vs Pakistan to IPL derbies and ISL clashes — the matchups that stop the nation and why they matter.
Nothing grips a nation like a great rivalry. The biggest rivalries in Indian sport turn ordinary fixtures into events that stop the country — here are the ones that matter most and why.
The king of all rivalries in Indian sport. Rare, high-stakes and watched by hundreds of millions, India vs Pakistan is arguably the most-viewed fixture in world cricket. Every meeting becomes an instant classic.
Franchise rivalries have added a new layer to rivalries in Indian sport. Clashes between the biggest IPL teams carry city pride, star power and years of history, filling stadiums and driving record viewership.
Indian football has its own growing rivalries, with historic clubs and passionate fan bases bringing derby atmosphere to the ISL. These games are helping football carve out its place.