Virat Kohli, emotional after leading India to T20 World Cup victory, announced his retirement from T20 international cricket, stating, "This was my last T20 World Cup and this is what we wanted to achieve." In a heartfelt Instagram post, Kohli expressed gratitude to his wife Anushka Sharma, emphasizing, "None of this would remotely be possible without you my love." Anushka, celebrating India's win, shared their daughter's concern for crying players and praised the team's achievement. Kohli's retirement decision follows achieving his career goal, marking a poignant end to his T20I journey.

India clinched the T20 World Cup 2024 with a thrilling 7-run victory over South Africa at Kensington Oval, Barbados. This historic win, marking India's second T20 World Cup title, saw a nail-biting finale where crucial wickets by Hardik Pandya and Jasprit Bumrah turned the game around. Australian cricketer David Warner's heartfelt Instagram story celebrating India's triumph went viral, capturing global attention and congratulating Rohit Sharma and his team for their undefeated run.

England advanced to the Euro 2024 quarter-finals with a thrilling 2-1 extra-time victory over Slovakia, thanks to Jude Bellingham’s stunning 95th-minute overhead kick and Harry Kane’s decisive header. Despite a poor performance, Bellingham’s intervention saved Gareth Southgate’s team from an early exit. Slovakia initially led with Ivan Schranz’s goal, exposing England's defensive flaws. However, Bellingham’s spectacular goal shifted momentum, and Kane's follow-up sealed the win. England now prepares to face Switzerland, with Southgate under pressure to resolve tactical issues before the next challenge.

India's T20 World Cup 2024 victory celebrations might be delayed as the team is likely to be stranded in Barbados due to the imminent arrival of Hurricane Beryl. Expected to make landfall on Monday morning, the hurricane could disrupt travel plans, postponing the team's return to India where grand celebrations are planned. The Indian cricket team secured their triumph on June 29, but the potential delay due to adverse weather conditions has cast uncertainty over their departure from the Caribbean island.

The T20 World Cup final, where India clinched victory over South Africa, brought South Asian community including Indians worldwide together in celebration. In Britain, areas like Wembley and Harrow in London saw streets and homes come to a standstill as predominantly Indian families gathered to watch. Global cities, including New York, experienced similar scenes with large communal screens. Remitly’s sponsorship on Sky led to significant brand visibility among South Asian viewers, especially Indians. Sky Media UK’s advertisers like Madhus, Star Tours, and Tilda saw heightened engagement. The final, aired in pubs, restaurants, and community centers, reached over 50% of Indian TV households in the UK.

Chef Manu Chandra shared a rare photo of Anushka Sharma and Virat Kohli from her recent birthday celebrations, marking India's T20 World Cup triumph. The couple, known for their private life, appeared joyful in the snapshot. Anushka, clad in a purple shirt and jeans, smiled warmly, while Virat exuded casual charm. Manu Chandra, on Instagram, praised Virat's stellar career and India's cricket team. Anushka also expressed pride in Virat's achievements post-retirement announcement from T20s. Married since 2017, they share two children. Anushka's upcoming film, "Chakda Xpress," focuses on cricketer Jhulan Goswami's life.

Following India's victory in the T20 World Cup 2024 final against South Africa, BCCI has announced a substantial prize money of INR 125 Crore for the entire Indian cricket team. The announcement was made by BCCI secretary Jay Shah, congratulating the team for their exceptional performance. India clinched their second T20 World Cup title by defending a total of 176/7, with bowlers like Hardik Pandya and Jasprit Bumrah securing a crucial win by restricting South Africa to 169/8. This victory marks India's first ICC trophy in 11 years and comes with the highest-ever prize pool in T20 World Cup history.

BCCI President Roger Binny stated that it will take 2-3 years for India's T20 team to recover from the retirements of Rohit Sharma and Virat Kohli. Both players played key roles in India’s recent T20 World Cup victory. Binny acknowledged the talent in the IPL but emphasized the challenge of filling the void left by Rohit and Virat. Rohit scored 4231 runs in 159 T20Is, while Virat amassed 4188 runs in 125 matches. Binny, part of the 1983 World Cup-winning team, highlighted India's evolution from underdogs to contenders. Speculation surrounds Gautam Gambhir potentially replacing head coach Rahul Dravid.

Amitabh Bachchan revealed he didn't watch the T20 World Cup final due to a superstition. The veteran actor, known for his love of cricket, believes India loses when he watches. After India’s victory over South Africa, he shared his emotions on his blog, expressing joy and relief. He also tweeted his happiness, celebrating the win with fans. Amitabh's son, Abhishek, and other Bollywood stars like Alia Bhatt and Ranveer Singh, also celebrated the historic win. Meanwhile, Amitabh's latest film, Kalki 2898 AD, continues to perform well at the box office.

Sachin Tendulkar paid tribute to Rohit Sharma and Virat Kohli after they retired from T20I cricket following India’s T20 World Cup win. Rohit announced his retirement during the post-match conference, while Kohli confirmed it after receiving the Player of the Match award. Tendulkar praised Rohit's leadership and the T20 World Cup win as the perfect end to his T20I career. He also lauded Kohli's performance in the final, drawing a parallel to his own long wait for a World Cup win. Tendulkar celebrated both players for their contributions to Indian cricket.