New Delhi, Sept. 30 -- India vs Pakistan.

This iconic clash carries a lot of weight. History, legacy, prestige and a heavy dose of enmity define this rivalry; just the name of this contest easily draws crowds and eyeballs. Unfortunately, the contest has been reduced to a one-sided match, a rivalry that exists only in the name.

With the rise of Indian hockey and the downfall of Pakistan, there is very little uncertainty about which team starts as the favourite. India have not lost to their neighbours in a decade. The last time Pakistan defeated India was in the 2016 South Asian Games final in Guwahati.

Since then, India have dominated the fixture, winning 18 of the 21 meetings, with two draws and one no result. Their most recent encount...