Virat Kohli, Jasprit Bumrah Star As India Wins T20 World Cup 2024

After a long wait of 17 years, Team India won the ICC T20 World Cup on Saturday at the Kensington Oval in Barbados. This was India's first ICC title victory in Rohit Sharma's captaincy.

The win was a collective effort by Virat Kohli, Jasprit Bumrah, Arshdeep Singh, Hardik Pandya, and Surya Kumar Yadav, who powered India outclass South Africa by 7 runs in the title clash.

The T20 World Cup final was a super entertainer and a nail-biting encounter that changed on almost every ball. And fans cricket lovers, who were on their toes with fingers of hands crossed, enjoyed a high-class thriller.

Ace batter Virat Kohli notched 76 runs off 59 balls studded with six fours and two sixers.

Indian players and cricket fans are currently at the seventh heaven and celebrating Barbados' victory. Virat Kohli, Rohit Sharma, Mohammed Siraj, and Axar Patel all got emotional at this special moment.

For laying the foundation of India's victory, Virat Kohli was awarded the Player of the Match Award.

In the post-match conference, the ace batter said that this was his last T20 game for India. It was an open secret and now it's time to bid adieu to the shortest format of the game.

Speedster Jasprit Bumhar, who picked up two wickets for only 18 runs, said that this is really a special moment and he is happy to contribute in India's victory. He was also named Man of The Tournament.

Soon after India's victory, wishes from around the world started to pour in on social media platforms. Prime Minister Narendra Modi shared a video message for the Indian cricket team to congratulate them on this historic day.

"CHAMPIONS! Our team brings the T20 World Cup home in STYLE! We are proud of the Indian Cricket Team. This match was HISTORIC. 🇮🇳 🏏 🏆," PM Modi tweeted.