A long-standing rivalry that has lasted upwards of nearly half a century.
College basketball longs for anticipation of the next greatest rivalry. The fundamental joy of college athletics is the bragging rights associated with wins. One quite like the Hoosiers and Wildcats once had, has diminished to a chance at facing off in the NCAA Tournament. Two historically great basketball programs have yet to play in the regular season since the 2011-12 season.
Historically, this rivalry has deep roots. Kentucky’s win against Indiana in the 1974-75 season, after Coach Knight had led his team to an undefeated season prior to the loss.