“Sweets were distributed, firecrackers were burst, dhols were played, and cakes were cut to mark India’s victory,” said Suryakumar Yadav’s grandfather, wo lives in UP’s Hathauda.

PM Narendra Modi extended his special thanks to cricketing great Rahul Dravid, saying his “incredible” journey as the head coach of Team India helped shape the T20 World Cup success

Led by Rohit Sharma, India delivered a triumphant performance on June 29, securing a memorable victory in the T20 World Cup. While the success was a collective effort, seven individuals played pivotal roles in the team’s journey to glory. In the final showdown against South Africa in Barbados, India posted a competitive total of 176 for 7. The bowlers then showcased their prowess, restricting the opposition to 169 for 8 in the final over, sealing a thrilling seven-run win.