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Dick Vitale Returns to Call Historic Kentucky-Indiana Rivalry

12/12/2025

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Dick Vitale, legendary broadcaster, will call the Kentucky vs. Indiana game on December 11, his second game.
He has battled cancer, expressing excitement about the matchup.
He notes Kentucky's need to beat top teams and the importance of consistent player performance, praising coach Mark Pope.
The game revives a historic rivalry, with Vitale calling his return to broadcasting his best medicine.

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Story summary

Dick Vitale, legendary broadcaster, will call the Kentucky vs. Indiana game on December 11, his second game.
He has battled cancer, expressing excitement about the matchup.
He notes Kentucky's need to beat top teams and the importance of consistent player performance, praising coach Mark Pope.
The game revives a historic rivalry, with Vitale calling his return to broadcasting his best medicine.