In a historic triumph, India clinched the ICC Men’s T20 World Cup 2024, ending a 17-year drought since their last title in 2007. The final match against South Africa, held at Kensington Oval in Bridgetown, Barbados, was an epic contest that saw India emerge victorious, again sealing their place as T20 World Champions.
The match was a rollercoaster of emotions and brilliant cricket. Batting first, India posted a competitive total of 176 runs, thanks to a stellar performance by Virat Kohli, who anchored the innings with a composed 63 runs off 45 balls. Jasprit Bumrah’s exceptional bowling, which included a crucial wicket of Heinrich Klaasen, was instrumental in restricting South Africa to 168 runs in their chase.
One of the most heartwarming moments of the match came after the final ball was bowled.
Hardik Pandya, overwhelmed with emotion, was seen in tears while holding the Indian flag.
In a moment that captured the hearts of millions, Rohit Sharma approached Hardik to console him and kissed him. This touching scene quickly went viral, symbolizing the unity and passion within the team.
Watch the video here:
#RohitSharma𓃵 kissed #HardikPandya what a emotional moment #T20IWorldCup pic.twitter.com/oZWD4oqyxz
— vaibhav sharma (@vaibhav00196368) June 29, 2024
The victory was celebrated with immense joy and pride across the country. Fans flooded the streets, waving flags and chanting slogans, as fireworks lit up the night sky. Social media was abuzz with congratulatory messages from celebrities, politicians, and cricket enthusiasts, all hailing the team’s remarkable achievement.
This World Cup win not only marked a significant milestone for Indian cricket but also brought immense joy and pride to the nation, uniting everyone in celebration of this monumental success.
