Celebrations swept across India on Saturday night as the national team won the T20 World Cup. India defeated South Africa by 7 runs in the final match at Kensington Oval, Barbados, securing their first ICC title in 11 years.
Chants of ‘India, India’ filled the air as jubilant fans flooded city centers nationwide to cheer for the ‘Men in Blue’. In Delhi, many people gathered at India Gate to celebrate. In Mumbai, fans danced to drum beats, and some climbed on vehicles in the streets.
In Hyderabad, people cheered joyfully as fireworks lit up the sky outside the state secretariat. Social media platforms were inundated with congratulatory messages and images capturing the festive fervor. The star-studded Indian team showcased their mettle to outplay South Africa in a fiercely contested final that kept fans on edge until the last moment.
The T20 World Cup, featuring a record 20 teams, concluded in a fitting finale that created a buzz not only in cricket-loving nations but also among enthusiasts in the United States, the joint tournament hosts with the West Indies.
