India's Triumph in T20 World Cup Hailed by Sharad Pawar
Sharad Pawar, NCP (SP) chief, congratulated the Indian cricket team for their T20 World Cup victory. India defeated South Africa to claim their second T20 World Cup trophy. Pawar praised the contributions of players like Jaspreet Bumrah, Suryakumar Yadav, and coach Rahul Dravid. He also commended Rohit Sharma and Virat Kohli on their retirement.
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Sharad Pawar, the Nationalist Congress Party (NCP) chief, extended his congratulations to the Indian cricket team on their victory in the T20 World Cup. He highlighted that India's win marks a new era in the sport.
On Saturday, India clinched the T20 World Cup title for the second time, overcoming an 11-year drought for a global trophy. The team defeated South Africa by seven runs in a thrilling final held in Bridgetown, Barbados. This victory adds to India's previous T20 World Cup win in 2007 under MS Dhoni and the Champions Trophy in 2013.
Addressing the media, Pawar recalled the days when Australia and England dominated cricket. He praised players such as Jaspreet Bumrah and Suryakumar Yadav, along with coach Rahul Dravid, for their roles in securing this historic win. Pawar also lauded retiring cricketers Rohit Sharma and Virat Kohli for their significant contributions to the sport, stating it was wise to retire while in form.
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