India Wins T20 World Cup 2024 Live Updates: Jadeja joins Rohit, Kohli in T20I retirement; ICC lauds India’s Big 4
June 30, 2024
India Wins T20 World Cup Final Live: After Rohit Sharma and Virat Kohli, Ravindra Jadeja has also called time on his T20I career, making the announcement on Sunday. Just like the other two players, Jadeja will continue playing in other formats of the game.
There were emotional scenes after India won the T20 World Cup title on Saturday by defeating South Africa, with captain Rohit Sharma and team talisman Virat Kohli announcing their retirement from T20Is. The match also marked the final time coach Rahul Dravid was at the helm of the Indian cricket team.
Meanwhile, a day later reactions are still pouring in after India pulled off a sensational victory in the final of the T20 World Cup at Barbados. Everyone from Prime Minister Narendra Modi to legends of the game like Sachin Tendulkar and Mahendra Singh Dhoni have reacted to India winning their first world title in 13 years.
The match was almost slipping out the hands of the Indian cricket team at one point with South Africa needing just 30 runs from 30 balls in their chase, thanks to Heinrich Klaasen’s belligerent 52 off 27 balls. However, Jasprit Bumrah, Arshdeep Singh and Hardik Pandya, who shared seven wickets between them, roared back in the death overs to cut down South Africa at 169-8.
India won its second T20 World Cup to cap off a sequence of last few years where India lost the World Test Championship final twice and the 50-over World Cup final at home to Australia.
“Guys understand when the pressure is on what needs to be done,” India captain Rohit Sharma said after India’s win. “Today was a perfect example, (we) stuck together with backs to the wall. We wanted this really bad … very proud of the bunch of boys and the management.”
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Scroll down to read all the reactions to India winning the T20 World Cup 2024 by beating South Africa and the tributes pouring in for Virat Kohli, Rohit Sharma (both of whom have called time on their T20I career) and Rahul Dravid, who has walked away from his role as Team India coach.
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India Wins T20 World Cup 2024 Live Updates: Catch all the reactions to India winning their first world title in 13 years after defeating South Africa at Kensington Oval in Bridgetown, Barbados.
India vs South Africa: Champion or choker?
This T20 World Cup, under Markram, a new South Africa has emerged. They talk and also know how to walk the tightrope. Three of their games in this tournament have gone to last overs — Bangladesh, Nepal, the Netherlands — but they are alive and kicking in Barbados to tell their survival story. They have taken their time, come together to ponder on possibilities in a huddle and have emerged from the field sporting smiles. South Africa have been quick to adapt to every innovation the game has seen, started well at the World Cup, and are now ready to walk the last mile too. (READ MORE)
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India Wins T20 World Cup 2024 Live: "Morning Everybody", Rohit on Instagram
It's indeed a special morning for the Indian captain. Rohit Sharma takes to Instagram to share a picture of waking up as a World Cup champion.
India Wins T20 World Cup 2024 Live: ICC congratulates India's Big 4
India Wins T20 World Cup 2024 Live: Siraj's special placard for Jasprit Bumrah
Shortly after India's triumph, pacer Mohammed Siraj hailed his senior teammate and also handed him a special placard that read: "Bumrah, Best Bowler on Land, Air & Water."
"My only belief was on Jassy bhai. He's the only game-changer. Whatever I thought exactly happened.Unbelievable feeling guys. I can't explain. Last World Cup, I lost the final. Every professional cricketer wants to win the World Cup final. I'm grateful I'm here and thankful," Siraj remarked during the celebrations.
India Wins T20 World Cup 2024 Live: Ravindra Jadeja retires as well
"With a heart full of gratitude, I bid farewell to T20 internationals. Like a steadfast horse galloping with pride, I’ve always given my best for my country and will continue to do so in other formats . Winning the T20 World Cup was a dream come true, a pinnacle of my T20 International career. Thank you for the memories, the cheers, and the unwavering support," tweets Ravindra Jadeja as he joins Virat Kohli and Rohit Sharma in stepping down from T20Is for the national team.
Jadeja made his T20I debut in 2009 and has represented India in 74 T20Is. He has 54 wickets and 515 runs against his name.
Jadeja was an integral part of six fo India's T20I World Cup campaigns. The 2024 edition saw him taste victory for the first and final time for India in T20Is.
It must be noted that Jadeja will continue to represent India in other formats.
India Wins T20 World Cup 2024 Live: T20 will miss you, Modi tells Kohli
Virat Kohli ended his T20I career after the title triumph at the Kensington Oval on Saturday.
While Kohli was woefully short of runs coming into the final, he led from the front against South Africa, scoring 76 runs to help the Men in Blue post a fighting total on board.
Tagging Virat Kohli, Prime Minister Narendra Modi wrote on X: “Glad to have spoken to you. Like the innings in the Finals, you have anchored Indian batting splendidly. You’ve shone in all forms of the game. T20 Cricket will miss you but I am confident you’ll continue to motivate the new generation of players.”
18:53 (IST)30 Jun 2024
India Wins T20 World Cup 2024 Live: PM Modi's message for Rahul Dravid
After Team India's heady title triumph at the T20 World Cup, Prime Minister Narendra Modi spoke to members of the Indian cricket team.
Talking about Rahul Dravid, who ended his stint as head coach of the Indian team with the triumph, Modi tweeted: “Rahul Dravid’s incredible coaching journey has shaped the success of Indian cricket. His unwavering dedication, strategic insights and nurturing the right talent have transformed the team. India is grateful to him for his contributions and for inspiring generations. We are happy to see him lift the World Cup. Happy to have congratulated him.”
18:53 (IST)30 Jun 2024
India Wins T20 World Cup 2024 Live: ‘My heart rate was up’, says Dhoni
After watching India claw back into the final and defeat South Africa to win their second T20 World Cup title, even Captain Cool Mahendra Singh Dhoni admitted he found it difficult to maintain his trademark calmness.
“WORLD CUP CHAMPIONS 2024. My heart rate was up, well done on being calm, having the self belief and doing what you guys did. From all the Indians back home and everywhere in the world a big thank you for bringing the World Cup Home. CONGRATULATIONS,” Dhoni posted on his Instagram handle before adding: “Arreeee thanks for the priceless birthday gift.”
18:53 (IST)30 Jun 2024
India Wins T20 World Cup 2024 Live: Sachin Tendulkar applauds Dravid
After India won the T20 World Cup, cricket legend Sachin Tendulkar heaped praise on his one-time teammate Rahul Dravid, who ended his stint as coach of the Indian cricket team on a high.
Sachin Tendulkar was part of the 2007 World Cup team which lost to Bangladesh and Sri Lanka to crash out in the group stages. That team was led by Dravid. In the face of that stinging ouster from the World Cup, angry Indian cricket fans had attacked wicketkeeper MS Dhoni’s house and there were protests against the team in some cities where effigies of the players were burnt.
“Very happy for my friend Rahul Dravid, who missed out on the 2011 World Cup win but his contribution to this T20 World Cup victory has been immense. I am so so happy for him,” Tendulkar said on X after Team India's win on Saturday at the Kensington Oval. “Along with Rahul, Paras Mhambrey and Vikram Rathour also made their international debuts in 1996. It was wonderful to see Team India excel under the guidance of this class of ’96.”
18:52 (IST)30 Jun 2024
India Wins T20 World Cup 2024 Live: PM Modi calls Rohit Sharma 'excellence personified'
Prime Minister Narendra Modi spoke to members of the Indian cricket team after their heady title triumph.
Talking about captain Rohit Sharma, Modi said: "“You are excellence personified. Your aggressive mindset, batting and captaincy has given a new dimension to the Indian team. Your T20 career will be remembered fondly. Delighted to have spoken to you earlier today.”
18:37 (IST)30 Jun 2024
India Wins T20 World Cup 2024 Live: Raina posts emotional farewell message for Jadeja
After Ravindra Jadeja announced that he will be retiring from T20Is, Suresh Raina took to X to post an emotional message for the all-rounder.
"Jaddu, my brother, you’ve been someone everyone has looked up to. An all-rounder with all perfections! The kind of cricketer you’ve been has inspired millions, and many will continue to look up to you. You’ve left a legacy in T20 international cricket. See you soon, Bapu, and all the best for everything you plan in the career ahead," Raina tweets.
18:22 (IST)30 Jun 2024
India Wins T20 World Cup 2024 Live: Mithali Raj pays tribute to retiring troika
"A chapter closes, but the legacy remains! The two highest run-getters and a brilliant all-rounder in T20I cricket, Virat Kohli, Rohit Sharma and Ravindra Jadeja, your T20I legacy will inspire generations. Congratulations to all three of you for having unforgettable careers!" says Mithali Raj as she heaps praise on the retiring trio of Kohli, Sharma and Jadeja.
17:48 (IST)30 Jun 2024
India Wins T20 World Cup 2024 Live: CSK pay tribute to Jadeja
After Ravindra Jadeja announced his decision to retire from T20Is for Team India, his IPL franchise Chennai Super Kings paid tribute to him on social media with a post that read:
'The Greatest there ever was!
The Greatest there ever is!
The greatest there ever will be!
#ThalapathyForever'
The franchise also used a Game of Thrones reference.
17:33 (IST)30 Jun 2024
India Wins T20 World Cup 2024 Live: Jadeja's T20I numbers for India
Ravindra Jadeja made his T20I debut in 2009 and has represented India in 74 T20Is. He has 54 wickets and 515 runs against his name.
Jadeja was an integral part of six fo India's T20I World Cup campaigns. The 2024 edition saw him taste victory for the first and final time for India in T20Is.
It must be noted that Jadeja will continue to represent India in other formats.
17:24 (IST)30 Jun 2024
India Wins T20 World Cup 2024 Live: Jadeja retires as well
"With a heart full of gratitude, I bid farewell to T20 internationals. Like a steadfast horse galloping with pride, I’ve always given my best for my country and will continue to do so in other formats . Winning the T20 World Cup was a dream come true, a pinnacle of my T20 International career. Thank you for the memories, the cheers, and the unwavering support," tweets Ravindra Jadeja as he joins Virat Kohli and Rohit Sharma in stepping down from T20Is for the national team.
17:12 (IST)30 Jun 2024
India Wins T20 World Cup 2024 Live: PM Modi calls Rohit Sharma 'excellence personified'
Prime Minister Narendra Modi spoke to members of the Indian cricket team after their heady title triumph.
Talking about captain Rohit Sharma, Modi said: “You are excellence personified. Your aggressive mindset, batting and captaincy has given a new dimension to the Indian team. Your T20 career will be remembered fondly. Delighted to have spoken to you earlier today.”
17:12 (IST)30 Jun 2024
India Wins T20 World Cup 2024 Live: Sehwag reacts to India winning
"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," tweets Virender Sehwag.
17:07 (IST)30 Jun 2024
India Wins T20 World Cup 2024 Live: ‘My heart rate was up’, says Dhoni
After watching India claw back into the final and defeat South Africa to win their second T20 World Cup title, even Captain Cool Mahendra Singh Dhoni admitted he found it difficult to maintain his trademark calmness.
“WORLD CUP CHAMPIONS 2024. My heart rate was up, well done on being calm, having the self belief and doing what you guys did. From all the Indians back home and everywhere in the world a big thank you for bringing the World Cup Home. CONGRATULATIONS,” Dhoni posted on his Instagram handle before adding: “Arreeee thanks for the priceless birthday gift.”
16:58 (IST)30 Jun 2024
India Wins T20 World Cup 2024 Live: Sachin Tendulkar applauds Dravid
After India won the T20 World Cup, cricket legend Sachin Tendulkar heaped praise on his one-time teammate Rahul Dravid, who ended his stint as coach of the Indian cricket team on a high.
Sachin Tendulkar was part of the 2007 World Cup team which lost to Bangladesh and Sri Lanka to crash out in the group stages. That team was led by Dravid. In the face of that stinging ouster from the World Cup, angry Indian cricket fans had attacked wicketkeeper MS Dhoni’s house and there were protests against the team in some cities where effigies of the players were burnt.
“Very happy for my friend Rahul Dravid, who missed out on the 2011 World Cup win but his contribution to this T20 World Cup victory has been immense. I am so so happy for him,” Tendulkar said on X after Team India's win on Saturday at the Kensington Oval. “Along with Rahul, Paras Mhambrey and Vikram Rathour also made their international debuts in 1996. It was wonderful to see Team India excel under the guidance of this class of ’96.”
16:52 (IST)30 Jun 2024
India Wins T20 World Cup 2024 Live: Kohli bids adieu to T20Is
Here's what Virat Kohli said on Saturday as he announced his T20I retirement after his Player of the Match performance helped India win the T20 World Cup title.
"This was my last T20 World Cup and this is exactly what we wanted to achieve," Kohli said. "This was an amazing game. I was telling Rohit [Sharma] today when we went out to bat, 'One day you feel like you can't get a run, then you come out and things happen.' I'm just really grateful I was able to get the job done for the team on the day that it mattered the most."
16:50 (IST)30 Jun 2024
India Wins T20 World Cup 2024 Live: On streets of India, a night-long party
Cricket fans across India came out onto the streets, waving the national flag and setting off firecrackers to celebrate the national team's seven-run win against South Africa in a gripping final of the Twenty20 World Cup on Saturday, The Associated Press reported on Sunday.
It was India's second T20 World Cup but its first title in 13 years and the frustration had been building. Over the last 12 months, India lost the World Test Championship final and also the 50-over World Cup final at home. Virat Kohli’s first half-century of the tournament in what he later revealed was his last T20 international anchored India to 176-7 after captain Rohit Sharma won the toss and elected to bat. South Africa appeared to be on course to reach the target but faltered late on and fell just short.
16:15 (IST)30 Jun 2024
India Wins T20 World Cup 2024 Live: Rohit Sharma praises Rahul Dravid
After they combined to lead India to a T20 World Cup title, outgoing India T20 captain heaped praise on exiting India head coach Rahul Dravid.
"More than any one of us, I think he (Dravid) deserved that trophy. What he has done for Indian cricket for the past 20-25 years, I think this was the only thing that was missing in his cabinet. I am very happy from all of us on behalf of the entire team that we could actually do this for him. You saw how proud he was and how excited he was," Rohit Sharma said at the press conference aftre India's triumph.
"He's done so much for Indian cricket when he played. Over the last three years, he has worked hard with this team. He has had to suppress his instincts on many an occasion because it is not that easy for the boys to match his wavelength. So Rahul bhai suppressed himself. He learnt what the boys wanted. He prioritised that. Rahul bhai did that for the whole team. He tried to understand what the boys wanted, and what is needed to be given to the boys. Because eventually we have to do the job, Rahul bhai can't go and bat.
"For three years he has provided the boys role clarity. The boys who are not with the team, he has stayed in touch with them: keep telling him what is up with the team, when they can come ack, what their role will be when they come back. Rahul is a studious person. He was the first one to take care of this when he came: we have to tell the boys what we want from them," Rohit Sharma added.
15:57 (IST)30 Jun 2024
India Wins T20 World Cup 2024 Live: Rohit says winning T20 World Cup one of his "greatest achievements"
India cricket captain Rohit Sharma has said that leading the Indian cricket team to the T20 World Cup title is his "greatest achievement". The win saw Rohit celebrate emotionally, falling on the ground a couple of times and then eating grass from the ground in a scene remniscent of Novak Djokovic celebrating his triumph at Wimbledon.
"This has to be the greatest time, I can say that. It's only because how desperately I wanted to win this. So, all the runs, all the runs that I've scored in all these years, I think it does matter, but I'm not big on stats and all of that. I think winning games for India, winning trophies for India, that is what I look forward to all the time. And having this now right beside me probably has to be, I don't know, honestly, I don't know if it's the greatest or what but it is definitely one of the greatest, I can say that," Rohit Sharma said at the post-final press conference on Saturday.
"I wanted this badly. It's very hard to put it in words because that moment, I don't want to say what I was thinking and what was going in my mind, but it was a very emotional moment personally for me. I wish I could capture that moment myself but not really, you can't do that but I will always remember that. Yeah, those are the moments you wait for and then you don't plan these things, it just happens because you're so desperate for certain things in life and I was very desperate for this in my life. So happy that we eventually crossed the line this time."
15:47 (IST)30 Jun 2024
India Wins T20 World Cup 2024 Live: Congratulations coming from across the border
Former Pakistan captain Shahid Afridi has congratulated the Men in Blue for their title.
"Congratulations India on a memorable win. Rohit Sharma fully deserves it, he has been an exceptional leader. Virat Kohli as always a big match player and Jasprit Bumrah is undoubtedly the best bowler in the world right now. Hard luck Proteas, a great fight by a team that played team that played brilliantly in the tournament," Afridi posted on social media side X.
15:30 (IST)30 Jun 2024
India Wins T20 World Cup 2024 Live: Mithali Raj says she was left emotional
Not just the fans, and the players winning India the T20 World Cup trophy, Indian cricket legends also were left emotional by the title.
"What a match! India outclasses South Africa to lift the T20 World Cup trophy for the 2nd time! Kudos to Rohit Sharma for his exemplary captaincy and consistent batting throughout the tournament. The death overs were pure magic! Jasprit Bumrah’s overs have been pure gold dust for us throughout the World Cup. His overs changed the game in the final as well.
Credit to coach Rahul Dravid and the entire team for their dedication and teamwork. Every player contributed to this triumph. Special mention to Virat Kohli for his crucial knock when it mattered most - a fitting farewell to T20I cricket for a legend of the game! An emotional game for all of us!" Mithali tweeted.
15:18 (IST)30 Jun 2024
India Wins T20 World Cup 2024 Live: Rahul Dravid jokes about being unemployed next week
The T20 World Cup final was Rahul Dravid's last game in charge of Team India. So it was a befitting send-off for the legendary cricketer who never won a World Cup title as a player.
So it was not surprising that after helping India defeat South Africa in the final of the T20 World Cup 2024, Dravid was asked by journalists if he would be able to move on from this victory.
"Yeah I will be (able to move on from this.) Next week, life will be the same for me. I will be unemployed next week, so any offers?" he joked before adding: "Yeah, it's a great moment."
15:12 (IST)30 Jun 2024
India Wins T20 World Cup 2024 Live: Yuvraj Singh calls Hardik a hero!
After India's win over South Africa, Yuvraj Singh posted a tweet calling Hardik Pandya a hero.
"You did it boys! Hardik Pandya, you're a hero! Jasprit Bumrah, what an over to bring India back in the game! Extremely ecstatic for Rohit Sharma, great captaincy under pressure! Virat Kohli, Rahul Dravid and the whole Team India, well played," tweets Yuvraj Singh.
15:01 (IST)30 Jun 2024
India Wins T20 World Cup 2024 Live: Why India needed old-fashioned Kohli
Right through this T20 World Cup Virat Kohli has come across as a different batsman. Opening the innings, he has looked to be more aggressive and until the final, had a string of low scores. In the final, as Marco Jansen delivered the ideal length, Kohli picked up three textbook boundaries giving India a flying start.
But the loss of Rohit Sharma, Rishabh Pant, and Suryakumar Yadav would see the whole of India wishing for the Kohli of the old. The one that was called outdated in the format. One where Kohli drops anchor and lets others play the shots around him. And Kohli obliged.
That this came naturally to him meant even as Axar Patel quickly shifted his gears after steadying the innings, Kohli was content enough dealing in singles and twos.
Read Venkata Krishna B's quick comment piece on why India needed the old-fashioned Virat Kohli in the T20 World Cup final
India Wins T20 World Cup 2024 Live: Well left, says Ian Bishop
"Not many sportsmen get to write their own exit script, or time their departure from a game, or format with precision. Virat Kohli, Rohit Sharma and Rahul Dravid have done it to perfection here. Well batted gentleman," cricketer-turned-commentator Ian Bishop tweeted.
While Kohli and Sharma have retired from the T20I format for Team India, the T20 World Cup final marked the last time Rahul Dravid was in charge of the Indian cricket team as the head coach.
India Wins T20 World Cup 2024 Live: What Sourav Ganguly said about India's win
"Heartiest congratulations to Rohit Sharma and his team. What a game to win.. May be a World Cup in 11 years but the talent the country has, they will win many more. Bumrah is absolutely magic. Well done Virat, Axar, Hardik and every one. Rahul Dravid and the support staff. What a proud moment," tweeted former India captain Sourav Ganguly.
India Wins T20 World Cup 2024 Live: Michael Vaughan on India's win
Here's what Michael Vaughan said about India winning the T20 World Cup on social media platform X: "Incredible catch (by Suryakumar yadav) to win India the World Cup. Absolutely fantastic final. India have been the best team so throughly deserve the win. SA have not been far behind though. Brilliant World Cup."
India Wins T20 World Cup 2024 Live: Sachin Tendulkar pays tribute to Kohli and Rohit
Sachin Tendulkar has paid rich tribute to both departing players, Rohit Sharma and Virat Kohli after they announced their T20I retirements.
Praising India skipper Rohit Sharma, Tendulkar said on Twitter: "Rohit, I’ve witnessed your evolution from a promising youngster to a World Cup-winning captain from close quarters. Your unwavering commitment and exceptional talent have brought immense pride to the nation. Leading India to a T20 World Cup victory is the perfect culmination of your stellar career. Well done, Rohit!"
Tendulkar then praised Kohli calling him a great of the game.
"Virat, you have been a true champion of this sport. You may have had a rough time earlier in the tournament, but last night you proved why you’re truly one of the greats of the gentleman's game. Competing in six World Cups and clinching victory in the last one is an experience I know well. I hope to see you continue winning matches for India in the longer formats of the game."
India Wins T20 World Cup 2024 Live: What Bumrah said after being named Player of the Tournament
Jasprit Bumrah had a tournament to remember, collecting 15 wickets at an average of 8.26. The pacer ended the T20 World Cup 2024 with an economy rate of just 4.17, by far and away the best rate of those to bowl a minimum of 20 overs at the tournament.
Fittingly, he was declared as the Player of the Tournament.
"Usually I’m the one who tries to keep my emotions in check and get the job done but today I don’t have many words. I don’t usually cry after a game but the emotions are taking over. We were in trouble but we’re really over the moon to win from that stage. My family is here, we came close last time and we got the job done, there’s no better feeling than to get your team through in a game like this. It just felt good, tried to keep myself in a bubble and tried not to think too far ahead. When the big day comes, you have to do it, throughout the tournament I felt very clear. I always think about one ball and one over at a time, don’t think too far ahead. Emotions can take over, it was taking over but you have to keep it in check but now that the game is over, it can come out and you can scream and shout. (When he was asked to bowl the 16th over) I saw the ball was a bit scuffed up and it would reverse a bit, thought which would be the most difficult shot for the batter and was able to execute it," he said at the presentation ceremony.
India Wins T20 World Cup 2024 Live: When Hardik Pandya broke down
After India won the T20 World Cup for the second time in their history, ending an 13-year-long World Cup drought, Mumbai Indians teammates Hardik Pandya and Rohit Sharma shared an embrace. The Indian skipper, who has had to relinquish his captaincy role to Pandya at MI, planted a kiss on Pandya’s cheek.
“This title means a lot. Very emotional, we’ve been working very hard and something was not clicking. But today we got what the whole nation wanted. Special for me after my six months, I haven’t spoken a word, things have been unfair, but I knew there’d be a time I could shine. An opportunity like this makes it all the more special,” Pandya reacted after the match.
Pandya has endured a tumultuous few months in the Indian Premier League when he was booed relentlessly after replacing Rohit Sharma as the captain of the Mumbai Indians franchise.
India Wins T20 World Cup 2024 Live: ICYMI, Here's what Rohit Sharma said after India won on Saturday
Moments after Team India won its second T20 World Cup title, an emotional Rohit Sharma spoke about what the victory meant for him.
"Very hard to sum up what we have been through for the last 3-4 years. We work very hard as a team, lot has gone on behind the scenes. It is not today, it is what we have been doing for the last 3-4 years," Rohit Shrma said. "We have played lots of high pressure games and come on the wrong side too. But the guys understand what is to be done when the back is against the wall, we stuck together and the guys, all of us really wanted to win this really bad. I am very proud of this bunch of boys to give us the liberty to play the way we want and execute. And credit needs to go to the management as well. Fantastic for the fans to support us through New York till Barbados. And all the guys in India, it is a late night but I'm sure they'll all be waiting to watch this. They have been waiting a long time, just like us."
India Wins T20 World Cup 2024 Live: Suryakumar Yadav and his wife post photo of trophy
Suryakumar Yadav played many significant innings with the bat to power India into the final of the T20 World Cup. But in the final, he took a spectacular catch on the boundary ropes at the fag end of the match to turn the tide in favour of India. Not surprisingly, he was picked as the Fielder of the Match by the Indian team. He posted a memorable photo of his wife Devisha and himself with the T20 World Cup trophy.
India Wins T20 World Cup 2024 Live: T20 will miss you, Modi tells Kohli
Virat Kohli ended his T20I career after the title triumph at the Kensington Oval on Saturday.
While Kohli was woefully short of runs coming into the final, he led from the front against South Africa, scoring 76 runs to help the Men in Blue post a fighting total on board.
Tagging Virat Kohli, Prime Minister Narendra Modi wrote on X: “Glad to have spoken to you. Like the innings in the Finals, you have anchored Indian batting splendidly. You’ve shone in all forms of the game. T20 Cricket will miss you but I am confident you’ll continue to motivate the new generation of players.”
India Wins T20 World Cup 2024 Live: PM Modi's message for Rahul Dravid
After Team India's heady title triumph at the T20 World Cup, Prime Minister Narendra Modi spoke to members of the Indian cricket team.
Talking about Rahul Dravid, who ended his stint as head coach of the Indian team with the triumph, Modi tweeted: “Rahul Dravid’s incredible coaching journey has shaped the success of Indian cricket. His unwavering dedication, strategic insights and nurturing the right talent have transformed the team. India is grateful to him for his contributions and for inspiring generations. We are happy to see him lift the World Cup. Happy to have congratulated him.”
India Wins T20 World Cup 2024 Live: PM Modi calls Rohit Sharma 'excellence personified'
Prime Minister Narendra Modi spoke to members of the Indian cricket team after their heady title triumph.
Talking about captain Rohit Sharma, Modi said: "“You are excellence personified. Your aggressive mindset, batting and captaincy has given a new dimension to the Indian team. Your T20 career will be remembered fondly. Delighted to have spoken to you earlier today.”
India Wins T20 World Cup 2024 Live: Sachin Tendulkar's emotional post for Team India
After the Indian cricket team won the T20 World Cup, Sachin Tendulkar posted a long message applauding the Men in Blue. Tendulkar was in the team when India had last won the World Cup at the Wankhede Stadium 13 years ago.
Tendulkar said: “Every star added to the Team India jersey inspires our nation’s starry-eyed children to move one step closer to their dreams. India gets the 4th star, our second in T20 World Cup. Life comes full circle for Indian cricket in the West Indies. From our lows in the 2007 ODI World Cup to becoming a cricketing powerhouse and winning the T20 World Cup in 2024.”
He went on to add: “Very happy for my friend Rahul Dravid, who missed out on the 2011 World Cup win but his contribution to this T20 World Cup victory has been immense. I am so so happy for him,” Tendulkar said. “Along with Rahul, Paras Mhambrey and Vikram Rathour also made their international debuts in 1996. It was wonderful to see Team India excel under the guidance of this class of ’96.”
He also applauded players like Rohit Sharma, Virat Kohli and Jasprit Bumrah.
“What can one say about Rohit? Superb captaincy! To put the 2023 ODI World Cup loss behind and to keep all our players motivated towards the T20 World Cup is commendable. Jasprit Bumrah’s Player of the Tournament award as well as Virat Kohli’s Player of the Match award are both well-deserved. They were just superb when it mattered. A total team effort. Hearty congratulations to all the players, coaches, support staff, and BCCI.”
India Wins T20 World Cup 2024 Live: ‘My heart rate was up’, says Dhoni
After watching India claw back into the final and defeat South Africa to win their second T20 World Cup title, even Captain Cool Mahendra Singh Dhoni admitted he found it difficult to maintain his trademark calmness.
“WORLD CUP CHAMPIONS 2024. My heart rate was up, well done on being calm, having the self belief and doing what you guys did. From all the Indians back home and everywhere in the world a big thank you for bringing the World Cup Home. CONGRATULATIONS,” Dhoni posted on his Instagram handle before adding: “Arreeee thanks for the priceless birthday gift.”
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India Wins T20 World Cup 2024 Live: Sachin Tendulkar applauds Dravid
After India won the T20 World Cup, cricket legend Sachin Tendulkar heaped praise on his one-time teammate Rahul Dravid, who ended his stint as coach of the Indian cricket team on a high.
Sachin Tendulkar was part of the 2007 World Cup team which lost to Bangladesh and Sri Lanka to crash out in the group stages. That team was led by Dravid. In the face of that stinging ouster from the World Cup, angry Indian cricket fans had attacked wicketkeeper MS Dhoni’s house and there were protests against the team in some cities where effigies of the players were burnt.
“Very happy for my friend Rahul Dravid, who missed out on the 2011 World Cup win but his contribution to this T20 World Cup victory has been immense. I am so so happy for him,” Tendulkar said on X after Team India's win on Saturday at the Kensington Oval. “Along with Rahul, Paras Mhambrey and Vikram Rathour also made their international debuts in 1996. It was wonderful to see Team India excel under the guidance of this class of ’96.”