India’s Triumphant T20 World Cup Victory: A Historic Night for Cricket
The country witnessed euphoric celebrations on Saturday evening as Team India triumphed in the T20 World Cup. Fans flooded the streets, proudly waving the Tricolour. Social media was inundated with congratulatory messages and images of jubilant scenes. India edged past South Africa by seven runs in the final match at the Kensington Oval in Barbados, clinching an ICC title after 11 years
Prime Minister Narendra Modi congratulated the Indian Cricket Team for bringing the ICC T20 World Cup “home in style,” while President Droupadi Murmu commended their “never-say-die” spirit.
Virat Kohli, who struggled to find his form throughout the tournament, managing five single-digit scores and accumulating just 75 runs in seven innings, delivered a classy 76 off 59 balls against the Proteas to help India set a target of 177. South Africa remained in the chase during the first half of their innings, albeit trailing the required rate, before Heinrich Klaasen’s fiery half-century reduced the equation to 25 needed off the final 25 balls. However, India held their nerves under pressure in the death overs, with Hardik Pandya and Jasprit Bumrah picking up four wickets between them, securing a seven-run victory for India. This triumph marked their first T20 World Cup win since 2007, when they were led by MS Dhoni.
Rohit Sharma’s tenure as Indian captain has been marked by his unwavering determination to lead the team to an ICC title since he assumed the role in late 2021. Despite several near misses and heartbreaks, including a devastating defeat in the final of a home ODI World Cup against Australia nearly six months ago, Rohit remained steadfast in his pursuit of glory.
Two of India’s legendary cricketers, Virat Kohli and Rohit Sharma, made headlines yesterday by announcing their retirements from T20 Internationals following India’s T20 World Cup victory. Kohli declared his retirement moments after the historic win, while India’s captain Rohit Sharma revealed his decision during the official post-match press conference.
Rahul Dravid, renowned as one of India’s cricketing greats, has announced his retirement from coaching the Indian team. His decision follows a successful tenure marked by significant achievements and a positive impact on Indian cricket.
India’s journey through the T20 World Cup was a rollercoaster of emotions. The team showcased remarkable skill, strategy, and composure under pressure. From battling tough opponents in the group stages to edging out close victories in the knockout rounds, every player contributed to this triumph.
Hardik Pandya really went through a lot:
– getting injured in the middle of a home WC
– haters doubting his integrity & patriotism
– media making jokes on his personal life
– not to mention the toxic booingThat last ball was a big pressure release #T20WorldCupFinal pic.twitter.com/3xmkMZyo0i
— Johns (@JohnyBravo183) June 30, 2024
“गणपति बप्पा मोरया” in the heart of New York city. ♥️#T20WorldCupFinal pic.twitter.com/D0eCwY5j3X
— That Marine Guy (@thatmarineguy21) June 30, 2024
Two unbelievable things that happened in Barbados.
Still can’t get over that catch from Surya and so happy for Rahul Dravid to lay his hands on an ICC trophy as coach. #T20WorldCupFinal pic.twitter.com/HrG2lLWaC5— Virender Sehwag (@virendersehwag) June 29, 2024
भारतीय सनातन संस्कृति को समझने के लिए इस वीडियो को देखिये और सोचिये कि – एक वह विजेता थे जो #WCTrophy पे पैर रख दिए थे, और एक यह भारत का कप्तान है जो मैदान की मिट्टी चुम रहा है-❤️@ImRo45
भारत माँ के लिए यही प्रेम हर भारतीय को बांधे रखती है I
#T20WorldCupFinal pic.twitter.com/AkIfVezX2R— (@Rahulk123d) June 30, 2024
KHADA HAI AAJ BHI ! #T20WorldCupFinal #T20WorldCup #SAvIND #RohitSharma pic.twitter.com/Xb3k7IHjML
— Punjab Kings (@PunjabKingsIPL) June 29, 2024
Waited for this ❤️#INDvsSAFinal #RohitSharma #T20WorldCupFinal pic.twitter.com/RZO1KSyTiu
— Tanay (@tanay_chawda1) June 29, 2024
STILL Cant Get over THIS MOMENT #RoKo #T20WorldCupFinal #RohiRat #IndiaWon #indiawin #RohitSharma #ViratKohli pic.twitter.com/9hOX9VcLTK
— Rosy (@rose_k01) June 30, 2024
THE MOMENT WE HAVE BEEN WAITING FOR ❤️
India are the #T20WorldCup2024 CHAMPIONS #T20WorldCupFinal | #INDvsSA | #T20WorldCupOnStar pic.twitter.com/ue6ZEvGlvI
— Star Sports (@StarSportsIndia) June 29, 2024
If this ball would have gone for six , South Africa would have won, but SKY had other ideas.
Catch of the tournament.#T20WorldCupFinal pic.twitter.com/5KJe5XT1lY— Shajan Samuel (@IamShajanSamuel) June 29, 2024
Moment hai hamara #T20WorldCup #T20WorldCupFinal pic.twitter.com/j1lf4kbtHq
— Rupen Chowdhury (@rupen_chowdhury) June 29, 2024
No #RahulDravid Fan will pass without like this post
Perfect Farwell For the Legend , Video Of the day #IndiaWinWorldCup #T20WorldCupFinal #MSDhoni #RohitShamra #JaspritBumrah #KingKohli #AnushkaSharma #ThankYouRohit #ThankYouVirat pic.twitter.com/2OBF7wXd6t
— WORLD CUP FOLLOWER (@BiggBosstwts) June 30, 2024
Tu mera dil, tu meri jaan, oh we love you Kohli! #ViratKohli #T20WorldCupFinal #T20WorldCup #SAvIND pic.twitter.com/Gl1D9XxM02
— Punjab Kings (@PunjabKingsIPL) June 29, 2024
Sometimes even that 9% is enough #ArshdeepSingh #JaspritBumrah #HardikPandya #T20WorldCupFinal #T20WorldCup pic.twitter.com/5uxc5wB3Tx
— Punjab Kings (@PunjabKingsIPL) June 30, 2024
We are proud!