The biggest rivalry told by the legends who lived it is here. For fans, cricket is not just a sport; it’s a battle of emotions, a fiery anthem that unites entire nations. And when it’s India versus Pakistan, the stakes couldn’t be higher. Launching on February 7, Netflix’s new docu-series The Greatest Rivalry: India vs. Pakistan — produced in association with Grey Matter Entertainment — offers immersive, front-row seats to untold stories from unforgettable victories, and celebrates the passion and larger-than-life moments that have made this cricketing rivalry epic.
The docu-series trailer goes takes you behind the clashes between teams, and dives into the bittersweet stories of legendary one-on-one battles — Shoaib Akhtar and Virender Sehwag, and Inzamam-ul-Haq and Sourav Ganguly — showcasing how these rivalries spilled beyond the pitch and became part of cricketing folklore. It’s the story of a rivalry that transcends cricket, proving why Ganguly believes, “Khel rahe hain 22, but kud rahe hai baki billions (22 are playing, but billions of fans are jumping around).” This is the ultimate showdown — one that demands to be relived in all its glory.
The Producer-Director of the docu-series, Chandradev Bhagat said, “Sharing the story of cricket’s greatest rivalry is an honour, especially from the experiences of living cricket legends. Partnering with Netflix has been exciting. It provides the opportunity to bring this account to global audiences, allowing them to relive iconic cricketing moments. The docu-series goes beyond the boundary ropes. It explores how the history, culture, and politics between the neighboring nations has shaped their rivalry on the field.”
Tanya Bami- Series Head, Netflix India shares, “At Netflix, we’re dedicated to authentic storytelling. And our docu slate celebrates powerful narratives that inspire, unite, and resonate with fans across generations and demographs. After the success of beloved documentaries like Yo Yo Honey Singh: Famous and The Roshans, we’re excited to bring a completely fresh and exciting docu series – The Greatest Rivalry: India vs Pakistan, a gripping sports docuseries that dives deep into cricket’s most iconic rivalry. Like every great game between these 2 rival nations, this series too weaves together passion, pride, and history. With rare insights, behind the scenes stories from legends such as Sourav Ganguly, Virender Sehwag, Sunil Gavaskar, Ashwin, Shoaib Akhtar, Javed Miandad, and others, the series highlights deep insights and classic moments that go beyond the game, capturing the essence of what makes this rivalry legendary. If you’re a cricket fan, a history buff, love intense drama or are curious about the lighter side of cricket, don’t miss this one!”
In the words of Sourav Ganguly, aka Dada, “India Pakistan ka match jang se kam nahi hai (an India-Pakistan match is nothing less than a war).” The Greatest Rivalry: India vs Pakistan is an emotional saga that captures the sporting spirit of two fierce rivals, transcending boundary lines.
