Congratulations are pouring in from across the globe for the Indian cricket team, which defeated South Africa to seize the T20 World Cup title. On Saturday, 29th June, team India scored a historic 'quadruple' by winning the World Cup again after 17 years. Drawing from its impressive 17-year track, the team has rounded up 3 World Cups to its name including 2 T20s and 1 ODI, and furthermore, the Indian cricket team has now bagged a total of 2 ODI World Cups and 2 T20 World Cups, becoming the third global cricket powerhouse to win 4 World Cup titles.
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Indeed, it was back in 1983 when Kapil Dev's captaincy led the Indian cricket team to its maiden champion status by defeating West Indies. Followed by that, under Mahendra Singh Dhoni's leadership, the Indian team clinched their first T20 World Cup in 2007. Then, in 2011 they added the ODI World Cup title to their accolades. The victory in 1983 was marked as the first time after that iconic win that the trophy rested in India's hands once again. And now, in 2024, Rohit's squad has etched their mark in history by conquering the T20 World Cup.
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29th June 2025: T20 World Cup Fiery Face-off
On Saturday, June 29th, the thrilling T20 World Cup 2024 final unfolded between India and South Africa. Opting to bat first upon winning the toss, the Indian team set a formidable target of 177 runs. South Africa's batting lineup wobbled from the start, but they swiftly gained momentum towards a potential victory up until the 15th over. With only 27 runs needed from 28 balls and 6 wickets in hand, it seemed as though the match was slipping from India's grasp. That was until Indian bowlers staged a dramatic comeback, snatching victory from the jaws of defeat, and marking India's fourth time as World Champions.
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2nd April 2011: The ODI World Cup Showdown
The gripping ODI World Cup final took place on April 2, 2011, in the Mumbai's Wankhede Stadium, where India faced off against Sri Lanka. Captained by Mahendra Singh Dhoni, India decided to chase. Sri Lanka, with Mahela Jayawardene's unbeaten 103 runs, set a solid 274 runs over 6 wickets in 50 overs. As India began its chase, both Virender Sehwag (0) and Sachin Tendulkar (18) were quickly dismissed. It was then Gautam Gambhir who stepped up with a remarkable 97-run innings. With the match teetering on the edge, India needed 4 runs from 11 balls. Dhoni was on the crease, and with a stellar six, he sealed India's World Champion title once again. Dhoni's unbeaten 91-run performance was a key highlight of this nail-biting match, marking India's second ODI World Cup win.
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24th September 2007: The T20 World Cup Triumph
In another historical moment led by Mahendra Singh Dhoni, the Indian cricket team conquered the T20 World Cup on 24th September 2007. The epic finale pinned India against Pakistan. Batting first, India challenged Pakistan with a 158-run target, notably with Gautam Gambhir's outstanding 75 runs. As the climax of the match approached, with Pakistan needing 13 runs in the last over, Dhoni handed the ball to Joginder Sharma. The decision baffled many, but Sharma lived up to the trust, capturing Misbah's wicket on the third ball, bringing an electrifying end to the game as Team India claimed their inaugural T20 World Cup victory.
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