June 30, World (LNW): India emerged victorious in the T20 World Cup final against South Africa, winning by a close margin of 7 runs at the Kensington Oval in Barbados.
This win marks India’s second T20 World Cup title, their first in 17 years.
After electing to bat first, India posted a total of 168 runs, with significant contributions from Rohit Sharma and Virat Kohli.
South Africa, in their chase, managed to score 161 runs, falling short despite a strong effort. Jasprit Bumrah’s stellar bowling in the final overs was instrumental in India’s triumph.
This achievement adds another chapter to India’s storied cricketing history and brings immense joy to fans across the country.