India has emerged victorious in the T20 World Cup, defeating South Africa by 7 runs in the final match at Kensington Oval, Barbados. This marked India’s first ICC title in 11 years, leading to jubilant celebrations across the country.
In Delhi, a large crowd gathered at India Gate to cheer for the ‘Men in Blue’, while in Mumbai fans danced to the beats of drums and partied on the streets. Nagpur and Kolkata also saw massive turnouts, with fireworks lighting up the sky and cheers echoing throughout the cities.
Euphoric scenes were witnessed in Hyderabad as fireworks lit up the sky, with people climbing on top of trucks, cars, and other vehicles to celebrate. Social media was flooded with congratulatory messages and images capturing the festive fervor, as India displayed their talent in the fiercely contested final. The final match was a fitting finale to the biggest T20 World Cup featuring a record 20 teams, creating excitement both in India and abroad.
After the win, Captain Rohit Sharma and opening partner Virat Kohli announced their retirement from T20 Internationals. Kohli produced a match-winning knock of 76 in his final international game in the format. This victory was a result of a team effort and showcased India’s cricketing prowess, bringing pride to the nation.
