T20 World Cup Prize Money: South Africa Earn Rs 10.67 Crore, India Receives...

Brief by Shorts91 Newsdesk / 01:46pm on 30 Jun 2024,Sunday Sports

India won the 2024 T20 World Cup, defeating South Africa by seven runs in a thrilling final. Rohit Sharma, the captain, chose to bat first. India scored 176 for 7, with Kohli making 76 and Patel 47. South Africa chased well but fell short, ending at 169 for 8. Hardik Pandya defended 16 runs in the last over, sealing India's victory. This win marks India’s first ICC trophy since 2013 and is a memorable farewell for coach Rahul Dravid. India received $2.45 million (Rs 20.42 crore) in prize money, while South Africa earned $1.28 million (Rs 10.67 crore).

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London Streets Abuzz with Celebration as India Clinches T20 World Cup After 17 Years

Brief by Shorts91 Newsdesk / 12:51pm on 30 Jun 2024,Sunday Sports

The streets of London erupted in jubilation as India secured a historic T20 World Cup victory, defeating South Africa by seven runs. The Indian diaspora in Wembley, Harrow, and across the city joined in vibrant celebrations, marking the end of an 11-year ICC title drought. Fans danced, waved flags, and filled the air with cheers as they celebrated India's triumph, reminiscent of their last World Cup win in 2011. The victory not only ignited joy but also showcased the strong bond between the diaspora and their homeland through cricket.

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Ravindra Jadeja Retires from T20 Internationals After India's T20 World Cup Triumph

Brief by Shorts91 Newsdesk / 12:37pm on 30 Jun 2024,Sunday Sports

Ravindra Jadeja has announced his retirement from T20 Internationals, becoming the third Indian player to do so following India's victory in the T20 World Cup 2024. Jadeja, known for his spin-bowling and exceptional fielding, expressed gratitude for his T20I career spanning 15 years. He highlighted winning the T20 World Cup as a career highlight and thanked fans for their support. Jadeja, who debuted in 2009, leaves behind a legacy of 515 runs and 54 wickets in T20Is. He will now focus on ODI and Test formats.

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Bollywood Stars from Chiranjeevi to Raveena Tandon Shower Praise on Team India for T20 Triumph

Brief by Shorts91 Newsdesk / 11:48am on 30 Jun 2024,Sunday Sports

Bollywood icons including Chiranjeevi, Mohanlal, Kajol, and Raveena Tandon joined in celebrating Team India's exhilarating T20 World Cup victory over South Africa. They praised Rohit Sharma's leadership, Virat Kohli's match-winning innings, and Rahul Dravid's coaching. Javed Akhtar and Anupam Kher also expressed admiration for the team's resilience and skill. The win, India's third ICC trophy since 2007, resonated deeply across the country, reflecting the team's remarkable performance and the nation's unwavering support.

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PM Modi Dials Team India After T20 World Cup Win, Applauds Rohit Sharma, Kohli Performances

Brief by Shorts91 Newsdesk / 11:15am on 30 Jun 2024,Sunday Sports

Prime Minister Narendra Modi congratulated Team India after their T20 World Cup victory, praising Rohit Sharma for his exemplary captaincy and Virat Kohli for his match-winning performance in the final. Modi also commended Hardik Pandya for his crucial final over, Suryakumar Yadav for his outstanding catch, and Jasprit Bumrah for his impactful bowling. He expressed gratitude to coach Rahul Dravid for his role in shaping the team's success. The PM highlighted Sharma's leadership and Kohli's batting prowess, emphasizing their contributions to India reclaiming the trophy after 11 years.

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Delhi Police's Viral Congratulatory Tweet After India's T20 World Cup Win Highlights "16 Years, 9 Months, 5 Days" Wait

Brief by Shorts91 Newsdesk / 10:50am on 30 Jun 2024,Sunday Sports

After India clinched their second T20 World Cup title with a thrilling victory over South Africa, Delhi Police's heartfelt congratulatory tweet captured widespread attention. "We all waited 16 years, 9 months, 5 days (52,70,40,000 seconds) for India to win another #T20WorldCup. Let's be a little patient at traffic signals too. Good moments are worth the wait. What say?" their tweet proclaimed, resonating deeply with fans nationwide. Celebrations erupted as Rohit Sharma's leadership and Virat Kohli's stellar performance led India to a seven-run win. The UP Police joined in, humorously stating, "Indian bowlers found guilty of breaking South African hearts. Sentence: Lifelong love from a billion fans!" Mumbai Traffic Police shared in the joy, posting, "The Dream Come True Number Plate! #UnStoppables #IndVsSA #WorldChampions."              

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Dravid Praises Rohit Sharma: β€˜I Will Miss Him as a Person, Not His Cricket’ After T20 Triumph

Brief by Shorts91 Newsdesk / 10:31am on 30 Jun 2024,Sunday Sports

India's T20 World Cup victory in Barbados marked the end of Rahul Dravid's tenure as head coach. Dravid expressed his admiration for Rohit Sharma, who also announced his retirement from T20Is. "I will miss Rohit as a person, not his cricket," said Dravid. He praised Rohit's respect, care, and energy for the team. India, led by Dravid, overcame past final defeats to win their first T20 World Cup. Contributions from Virat Kohli and Hardik Pandya secured a 7-run win against South Africa. Dravid's legacy includes nurturing talent and achieving major success.

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PM Modi: Rahul Dravid's Coaching Shaped Indian Cricket's Success

Brief by Shorts91 Newsdesk / 08:57am on 30 Jun 2024,Sunday Sports

Prime Minister Narendra Modi hailed Rahul Dravid's coaching legacy after India's T20 World Cup 2024 triumph over South Africa. India clinched victory by 7 runs in Barbados under Dravid's guidance. Modi praised Dravid's dedication, strategic insights, and talent development, attributing them to transforming the team. He expressed gratitude, saying, "Rahul Dravid’s incredible coaching journey has shaped the success of Indian cricket. India is grateful to him for his contributions and for inspiring generations." Dravid, concluding his tenure as head coach, led India to significant achievements, culminating in this World Cup win.

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Google CEO Sundar Pichai Celebrates India's ICC Men’s T20 World Cup 2024 Victory

Brief by Shorts91 Newsdesk / 07:32am on 30 Jun 2024,Sunday Sports

Sundar Pichai, CEO of Google's parent company Alphabet, celebrated Team India's triumph in the ICC Men’s T20 World Cup 2024 final against South Africa. Pichai, a vocal cricket enthusiast, expressed his exhilaration on social media, commending India's performance and the thrilling match at Kensington Oval, Barbados. He tweeted, "Congrats India, so well deserved! SA was incredible. Amazing #WorldT20." Pichai's support underscores his passion for cricket and global sports growth. Microsoft CEO Satya Nadella also joined in congratulating the Indian team, advocating for more cricket events in the West Indies and USA.

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UP Police Grants Team India "Life-Term" Congratulations After T20 World Cup Win

Brief by Shorts91 Newsdesk / 07:27am on 30 Jun 2024,Sunday Sports

Following India's thrilling victory over South Africa in the ICC T20 World Cup 2024 final, the Uttar Pradesh Police joined in the celebrations with a creative twist. They congratulated Team India with a lighthearted message, declaring, "Breaking News: Indian bowlers found guilty of breaking South African hearts. Sentence: Lifelong love from a billion fans." This playful gesture added to the nationwide jubilation as Virat Kohli and Rohit Sharma announced their retirements from T20Is after the monumental win. Prime Minister Narendra Modi and President Droupadi Murmu also lauded India's perseverance and skill in clinching the title.

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