I'm sure that many people in our school are aware of the Cricket World Cup that is currently taking place. If you didn't, well now you do. Just yesterday, the highly anticipated semi-finals match between India and Pakistan took place and it is estimated that over a billion people worldwide watched India beat Pakistan by 29 runs. This match has been one of the most keenly anticipated contests between the two countries with many fans in both countries proudly displaying their pride for their team. Even the prime ministers of both countries attended the match. In Delhi, India, the skies lit up with fireworks for their teams victory and it was said to be like watching a rerun of Diwali, the Hindu festival of lights.
India wins much to the dismay of Pakistan fans.
However, this match holds much more signification than just the outcome as it is also a key factor in mending the rocky relationship between Pakistan and India. Since the 2008 Mumbai attacks suspected to have been carried out by Pakistan-based militants, the relationship between Pakistan and India has been frosty and precarious. It is hoped that through this meeting and friendly competition, the ties between these two countries will improve. Already, India has said that an extremely positive and encouraging spirit has been generated as a result of yesterday's meeting.
Do you think that Cricket or sports in general can actually mend relationships between nations? Or is this all just for publicity?
It's cool how everyone displayed their pride for their country. Sports probably won't be able to mend the relationship between India and Pakistan, but the passion shown might add to what is positive.
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