Bridgetown.29.06.2024 : India claimed victory in the T20 World Cup 2024 final, defeating South Africa by 7 runs at the Kensington Oval in Bridgetown, Barbados. This win ended a 13-year drought for India in the tournament.
World Cup Final Match Highlights:
Chasing 177 runs, South Africa struggled against Indian bowlers Jasprit Bumrah and Arshdeep Singh, losing early wickets. Despite a partnership of 58 runs between Tristan Stubbs and Quinton de Kock, South Africa faltered. Stubbs was dismissed by Axar Patel, and de Kock followed soon after, caught at the same spot.
Heinrich Klaasen provided a glimmer of hope, hitting 24 runs off Axar in the 15th over. However, he was caught by Hardik Pandya, leaving South Africa needing 16 runs in the final over.
David Miller, aiming for victory, hit a powerful shot off Pandya’s full toss, but Suryakumar Yadav made a stunning catch, sealing the win for India.
Earlier in the Match:
Batting first, India posted 176 for 7. Virat Kohli (76 off 59) and Axar Patel (47 off 31) were crucial in stabilizing the innings after early losses. At 34 for 3, Kohli and Axar built a partnership of 72 runs, steering India away from trouble.
Rohit Sharma and Rishabh Pant fell early, while Suryakumar Yadav was dismissed during the powerplay, leaving India at 45 for 3 in six overs. Kohli, initially cautious, accelerated later with Axar contributing vital runs, including impressive sixes off the South African spinners.
Axar’s unfortunate run-out ended his promising innings, but Shivam Dube added a quick 27 off 16 balls, helping India amass 58 runs in the last five overs.
With this victory, India lifted the T20 World Cup trophy, bringing joy to fans worldwide and marking a historic moment in cricket.
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