In a breathtaking showdown at Kensington Oval, Bridgetown, India secured the ICC Men’s T20 World Cup 2024, triumphing over South Africa by a narrow margin of seven runs. This victory marks India’s first ICC Cricket World Cup title in 13 years, bringing joy to millions of fans worldwide.
The final saw South Africa, chasing a target of 177 runs, initially in control with 71 needed from 45 balls and six wickets in hand. However, India’s bowlers, led by Hardik Pandya and Jasprit Bumrah, turned the tide with crucial breakthroughs, restricting South Africa despite a valiant effort led by Quinton de Kock and Heinrich Klaasen.
Earlier in the match, Virat Kohli played a pivotal role with the bat, anchoring India’s innings after an early dismissal of Rohit Sharma. Despite setbacks, Kohli’s resilient 76 off 59 balls set a competitive total, supported by contributions from Axar Patel and Shivam Dube.
India’s bowling attack, spearheaded by Bumrah and Pandya, ensured South Africa fell short of their target, clinching a historic victory and sparking celebrations across the cricketing world.
This triumph not only crowns India as the World T20 champions but also underscores their dominance in international cricket, solidifying their reputation as a powerhouse in the sport.
