WATCH: Suryakumar Yadav handles David Miller’s game-changing innings to win India’s T20 World Cup 2024 against South Africa

India won their first ICC Men’s trophy in eleven years with a thrilling seven-run victory over South Africa in the final T20 World Cup 2024 at Kensington Oval in Barbados on Saturday (June 29). The game saw a dramatic change, highlighted by key moments that turned the game in India’s favour.

A game-changing catch by Suryakumar Yadav

In a tense ending, the Indian batsman Suryakumar YadavAmazing catch on the first delivery of the last over that was bowled up Hardik Pandya he turned the tide with determination. With South Africa needing 16 runs from six balls, Hardik was entrusted to protect the total. David Miller, hitting 21 off 16, tried a big long shot but missed. Suryakumar, who stood for long, pulled a catch under pressure, dismissed Miller and revived India’s chances and that eventually led to a historic win for India.

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Virat Kohli and Axar Patel led India’s recovery

Early in the innings, India faced a rough patch, losing crucial wickets early on. 34 three, Virat Kohli again Axar Patel strengthen the ship with strong cooperation. Kohli played a controlled innings, scoring 76 off 59 balls, while Axar played the aggressor, conceding 47 runs off just 31 balls. Their partnership of 106 runs off 69 balls provided the backbone to India’s total of 176 for 7 after 20 overs.

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South Africa’s challenging chase and India’s bowling response

Chasing 177 to win, South Africa stumbled early against an India-led SW attack. Jasprit Bumrah again Arshdeep Singh. Despite the heroic effort that appears Tristan Stubbs (46) again Quinton de Kock (54), who added 58 runs together, South Africa lost in the final stage. Axar returned to remove Stubbs, and India’s fast bowlers tightened the screws, putting South Africa at 169/5 in their allotted overs.

India’s long awaited victory

India’s victory in the final not only ended their ICC trophy drought since 2013 but also showed their resilience and ability to perform under pressure. The match proved the determination and skill of the team, with outstanding performances from the batsmen and bowlers when it mattered most. As celebrations broke out among Indian fans around the world, the win marked a historic moment in Indian cricket, capping off an unforgettable tournament with a hard-fought and well-deserved championship.

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