India become T20 World Champions for second time after 17 Years

Despite early setbacks with Sharma's quick dismissal, India's middle order stabilised to secure a competitive total


News Desk June 29, 2024
India players celebrate after winning the T20 World Cup. PHOTO: REUTERS

In a nerve-wracking finale at Kensington Oval, India emerged victorious against South Africa, clinching their second ICC Men's T20 World Cup title after a gap of 17 years.

 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 

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Despite early setbacks, including the quick dismissal of Rohit Sharma, India's middle order stabilised, ensuring a competitive total.

 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 

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Chasing 177, South Africa's innings was anchored by Quinton de Kock's resilient 39 and Heinrich Klaasen's explosive 52 off 27 balls.

However, India's bowlers, led by Jasprit Bumrah (2/18) and Arshdeep Singh (2/20), struck at critical moments, disrupting South Africa's momentum.

 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 

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Chasing 177, South Africa's innings was anchored by Quinton de Kock's resilient 39 and Heinrich Klaasen's explosive 52 off 27 balls.

However, India's bowlers, led by Jasprit Bumrah (2/18) and Arshdeep Singh (2/20), struck at critical moments, disrupting South Africa's momentum.

Virat Kohli led from the front with the bat, earning the Player of the Match for his pivotal innings.

 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 

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Meanwhile, Hardik Pandya's all-round performance, including crucial wickets in the final overs, also contributed to India's win.

 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 

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India's victory marks the end of their trophy drought in ICC events since the 2013 Champions Trophy.

 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 

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For South Africa, despite a valiant effort, it's another near miss in an ICC final, reflecting on their resilient yet ultimately unsuccessful campaign.

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