India’s cricketing giants erupted in a frenzy of emotions as they clinched the coveted ICC T20 World Cup trophy, ending their long wait for international glory. The architect of their victory, Hardik Pandya, displayed a range of feelings – steely nerves during the final over, followed by a wave of relief and tears of joy.
Pandya’s heroics in the last over!
Pandya, entrusted with the responsibility of defending 16 runs in the final over, rose to the occasion with nerves of steel. He dismissed the dangerous David Miller with the very first ball, effectively putting a stranglehold on the South African chase. The remaining balls were navigated with composure, sealing a momentous victory for India. The pressure and emotion of the occasion finally caught up with Pandya as he broke down in tears during a post-match interview.
Rohit Sharma’s kiss to Pandya!
In a heartwarming moment that perfectly captured the team spirit, Indian captain Rohit Sharma stepped in to comfort his emotional teammate. In a live television interview, Rohit was seen giving Pandya a kiss on the cheek and embracing him tightly. This display of camaraderie resonated with fans, especially considering the reported tension between the two during the IPL 2024 season, where Pandya was briefly appointed captain of the Mumbai Indians after Rohit was removed.
