Indian cricket fans worldwide erupted in celebration as India clinched their second T20 World Cup title on Saturday, June 29, with a nail-biting 7-run victory over South Africa in Barbados. India remained undefeated throughout the tournament, with Virat Kohli leading the charge, scoring 76 runs, and the bowlers securing the win in a dramatic finish.
Jasprit Bumrah, Hardik Pandya, and Arshdeep Singh were pivotal in sealing the victory, sparking celebrations across the globe. In New York City, fans gathered in the heart of the city to watch the game on a big screen. As the final delivery was bowled, the crowd erupted in joyous celebration. The viral video capturing this moment can be seen below:
IND vs SA, T20 World Cup Highlights | Scorecard
Major Indian cities, including Mumbai, Delhi, Ahmedabad, Lucknow, and Hyderabad, saw fans celebrating late into the night. In Hyderabad, fans were seen carrying a large Indian flag through the streets.
Here are some images from various cities celebrating the win:
How the T20 World Cup 2024 Final Unfolded:
India won the toss and elected to bat first, starting strong but facing early setbacks. Kohli and Axar Patel then formed a crucial partnership, setting the stage for a solid finish, leading India to a total of 176 runs in 20 overs.
South Africa’s chase started shakily, losing Reeza Hendricks and Aiden Markram early. Quinton de Kock and Tristan Stubbs tried to stabilize the innings. Heinrich Klaasen played a brilliant knock of 52 off 27 balls, but his dismissal by Hardik Pandya triggered a collapse. South Africa ultimately fell short, and India emerged as the champions.
