Prime Minister Modi Applauds Indian Cricket Team's T20 World Cup Triumph

Prime Minister Narendra Modi praised the Indian cricket team for their T20 World Cup win, congratulating key players including Rohit Sharma, Virat Kohli, and coach Rahul Dravid. The triumphant players announced their retirement from T20 internationals, and Modi commended their contributions to Indian cricket.


PTI | New Delhi | Updated: 30-06-2024 20:04 IST | Created: 30-06-2024 20:04 IST
Prime Minister Modi Applauds Indian Cricket Team's T20 World Cup Triumph
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In a show of commendation, Prime Minister Narendra Modi contacted the Indian cricket team on Sunday, celebrating their T20 World Cup victory.

Modi honored captain Rohit Sharma for his exceptional leadership and T20 career, and lauded Virat Kohli for his crucial innings in the final and his overall contribution to Indian cricket.

Following the victory, both Sharma and Kohli announced their retirement from T20 internationals.

Additionally, Modi praised Hardik Pandya for his final over heroics, and Suryakumar Yadav for his crucial boundary catch dismissing David Miller. The prime minister also acknowledged Jaspreet Bumrah's key performance.

Modi extended his gratitude to outgoing coach Rahul Dravid for his immense contribution to Indian cricket.

Expressing his thoughts on X, Modi celebrated the contributions of Sharma, Kohli, and Dravid.

Regarding Sharma, he wrote, ''You are excellence personified. Your aggressive mindset, batting, and captaincy have redefined the Indian team. Your T20 career will be cherished. I was pleased to converse with you earlier today.'' Addressing Kohli, he remarked, ''Like your final innings, you have brilliantly anchored Indian batting. Your excellence spans all forms of the game. Though T20 cricket will miss you, I believe you will continue to inspire future players.'' He praised Dravid for his coaching achievements that have spurred Indian cricket's success.

Modi acknowledged Dravid's strategic acumen and talent nurturing that has transformed the team, expressing India's gratitude for his contributions and inspiring legacy. The prime minister, happy to have congratulated him, noted that Dravid raised the World Cup proudly.

Modi extolled the team's skill and spirit throughout the tournament, noting each player's motivating dedication. With all-rounder Ravindra Jadeja also retiring from T20 internationals, Modi applauded him for his stylish stroke play, spin, and remarkable fielding.

''Your exceptional all-rounder performance is admired by cricket enthusiasts. Thank you for the thrilling T20 moments over the years. My best wishes for your future endeavors,'' Modi stated.

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