India rejoices as the national cricket team secures a historic win in the ICC T20 World Cup, defeating South Africa by 7 runs in a thrilling final. This victory marks India’s first T20 World Cup win since 2007 and their first ICC trophy since 2013.
Led by captain Rohit Sharma, India’s triumph in Dubai not only ends an 11-year wait for an ICC trophy but also earns praise from Prime Minister Narendra Modi. In a video message, PM Modi hailed the team’s achievement, stating,
“Our team brings the T20 World Cup home in style! Congratulations to the Indian Cricket Team for winning hearts and the World Cup.”
Watch the video here:
CHAMPIONS!
Our team brings the T20 World Cup home in STYLE!
We are proud of the Indian Cricket Team.
This match was HISTORIC. 🇮🇳 🏏 🏆 pic.twitter.com/HhaKGwwEDt
— Narendra Modi (@narendramodi) June 29, 2024
Key performances from Virat Kohli, who scored a pivotal 76 runs in the final, and stellar bowling by Arshdeep Singh and Jasprit Bumrah were instrumental in securing victory. Despite a spirited effort from South Africa, India’s bowlers held their nerve to restrict the Proteas to 169/8 in pursuit of 177.
This win adds another glorious chapter to India’s cricketing history, celebrating a second T20 World Cup title after their maiden triumph in 2007 under MS Dhoni’s captaincy.
