After 17 Years, India Clinches T20 World Cup 2024

India emerged victorious against South Africa, securing their second T20 World Cup title after a 17-year wait.

The victory in saw India join ranks of West Indies and England as the only teams to have won the T20 tournament twice

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Winning the toss, Indian captain Rohit Sharma opted to bat first, a strategy proven successful throughout tournament.

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Amidst the early chaos, Virat Kohli stood as a beacon of hope for India. His aggressive play helped India post a competitive total of 177 runs.

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For S. Africa, Klaasen's innings was nothing short of spectacular. However, his dismissal in the death overs shifted momentum back in India's favor

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Jasprit Bumrah, named Player of the Tournament, was overwhelmed with emotions. He couldn't hold back his joy

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Virat Kohli, awarded Player of the Match, reflected on his last T20 World Cup. He retires from T20 internationals

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Rohit Sharma also retires from T20 internationals. Reflecting on his journey, expressed his deep desire to win the T20 World Cup

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