'This Victory Has Filled Every Indian Heart': PM Modi Congratulates Team India On Successfully Defending T20 World Cup Title In Ahmedabad

PM Narendra Modi has congratulated Team India after Suryakumar Yadav and Co. defeated New Zealand to lift their 3rd T20 World Cup title in Ahmedabad on Sunday. India defeated New Zealand by 96 runs to become the first team to successfully defend the T20 World Cup title.

PM Modi posted on X, "Champions!

"Congratulations to the Indian team on winning the ICC Men’s T20 World Cup!

"This remarkable triumph reflects exceptional skills, determination and teamwork. They have shown outstanding grit through the tournament.

"This victory has filled every Indian heart with pride and joy.

“Well done, Team India!”

India Played An Errorless T20 World Cup Final

India clinched a historic victory over New Zealand, winning by 96 runs to successfully defend their T20 World Cup crown and became the first team ever to achieve back-to-back titles. Batting first in Ahmedabad, the hosts piled up a massive 255 runs, thanks to half-centuries from Abhishek Sharma, Sanju Samson, and Ishan Kishan, with Shivam Dube’s explosive late cameo pushing them past the 250 mark.

In reply, New Zealand faltered despite Tim Seifert’s 52 and a resilient 43 from skipper Mitchell Santner. Jasprit Bumrah once again proved decisive, tearing through the Kiwi batting lineup with a four-wicket haul, while Axar Patel continued his fine form, bagging three wickets to seal the triumph in the final.

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