"When it goes far beyond mere victory and defeat" [PP in The National UAE]

[Genghis]

PakPassion's writers continue their weekly columns for the UAE's esteemed The National newspaper.

This week column looks at how Pakistan v India is a heavyweight clash in all senses of the word. When it is also a World Cup semi-final, it becomes epic and illustrates how sport can open borders.

It can be read here:

http://www.thenational.ae/thenationalconversation/sport-comment/when-india-play-pakistan-it-goes-far-beyond-mere-victory-and-defeat-in-cricket?pageCount=0

Please add your thoughts to this thread.

[ShehryarK]

Wow, that's an excellent article!

A balanced and very well-written summary of what makes this an epic rivalry, and what a win would mean to both teams :14:

Let's hope there's a celebratory tone to next week's article, Inshallaah! :)

[AZ]

However, this lack of contact has added to the mystique, further compounded by the spicy Indian Premier League snub of Pakistani talent.

this part is so true, we saw that the intensity began to wane when both started playing each other every year.

fantastic article.

[ItsMeK1]

very well written article.

[Genghis]

Top peice once again!

Bring it on I say ... The build up has been too much to take. Just want the game to get started.