Rohit Sharma pulls out the Ric Flair swag, does the wrestler's iconic walk as he lifts the WC title

This is a moment to cherish as Team India has finally broken the curse that has plagued them for over a decade. India's amazing victory fulfilled their redemption story following the sad ODI World Cup. The supporters' jubilant response to the Men in Blue, led by Rohit Sharma, eventually taking home the silverware was quite remarkable. An overall performance by the squad has helped the team win the title as they successfully end the longstanding jinx. Rohit Sharma was absolutely jubilant as he was seen having all sorts of fun. Even while receiving the title, the India skipper was seen doing an iconic move from wrestling legend Ric Flair.

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Rohit Sharma pulls out a page from Ric Flair's playbook, does his iconic walk

As the entire India squad gathered to lift the trophy, Rohit Sharma was seen making a stylish entrance from the side. As the team waited for the skipper, Rohit made his way towards BCCI Secretary Jay Shah. He pulled off a unique walk as he went ahead. The Team India skipper seemingly mimicked Wrestling legend and WWE Hall of Famer Ric Flair. The 16-time World Champion's walk, which is an iconic part of his 'Nature Boy' character, was pulled off by Rohit in a great manner as he received the coveted silverware.

The stylish entries have become a trend since Lionel Messi made it look cool after Argentina's win at the 2022 FIFA World Cup Final. At the IPL 2024 Final, Kolkata Knight Riders' skipper Shreyas Iyer also did a similar walk with the IPL title after they won against the Sunrisers Hyderabad. Rohit Sharma pulled off a unique walk as he went with Ric Flair's style.

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The brave Men in Blue beat a rejuvenated South Africa in a thrilling summit match at Kensington Oval. Team India holds the trophy for the first time in 2024, marking the end of their journey to win an ICC championship. Notwithstanding the Proteas' best efforts, India turned out to be the superior team, delaying South Africa's dreams of winning the ICC trophy and their old, dusty, empty cabinet.

It was an iconic victory as they defeated the formidable Proteas, who had also arrived with the desire to win the T20 World Cup, thanks to the skill of Jasprit Bumrah with the ball and the intent of Virat Kohli with the bat. However, when the squad is finally winning the championship, they were unable to break through the Men in Blue's defence.