I know the police will stop this, and I don’t blame them because all 3 clubs were/are an embarrassment, but when you think about it it’s pretty mental that Celtic vs Rangers isn’t the first fixture after the split for 3 reasons:
Biggest fixture in the league with a potential for it to be a league decider.
Chance to extend the title race if Rangers win.
Leaves Rangers (and of course Celtic) slightly more in control of their own destiny than if they avoid each other until the title is done.