July 1st 2024.
In a recent social media post, India's cricket captain Rohit Sharma expressed his gratitude towards Prime Minister Narendra Modi for his kind words following Team India's victory in the T20 World Cup 2024. The team was elated to bring the prestigious trophy back home and was deeply touched by the joy it brought to their fellow countrymen.
The team's hard work and determination paid off as they clinched the T20 World Cup trophy for the second time in 17 years, defeating South Africa by seven runs in a thrilling match in Barbados. PM Modi personally congratulated the team over a phone call, praising Rohit Sharma's exceptional leadership and his impressive T20 career. The Prime Minister also commended star batsman Virat Kohli for his 76-run innings in the final and his overall contribution to Indian cricket.
PM Modi also acknowledged the crucial role played by all-rounder Hardik Pandya in the final over and Suryakumar Yadav's stunning boundary catch, which proved to be a game-changer for India. He also praised the contribution of fast bowler Jaspreet Bumrah to the team's success.
Addressing Rohit Sharma on social media, PM Modi wrote, "You are excellence personified. Your aggressive mindset, batting prowess, and captaincy have taken the Indian team to new heights. Your T20 career will always be remembered fondly. It was a delight to speak to you earlier today."
In another post, PM Modi reflected on Virat Kohli's final innings in the T20Is and said, "Like your innings in the Finals, you have anchored the Indian batting splendidly. You have excelled in all forms of the game. T20 cricket will miss you, but I am confident that you will continue to inspire the new generation of players."
The Prime Minister also took the opportunity to thank Rahul Dravid, whose coaching tenure came to an end with the conclusion of the T20 World Cup. He praised Dravid's unwavering dedication, strategic insights, and his ability to nurture young talent, which has transformed the Indian team. PM Modi added that the country is grateful to Dravid for his contributions and for inspiring generations of cricketers. He also congratulated Dravid on lifting the World Cup trophy and wished him all the best for his future endeavors.
The T20 World Cup victory was a proud moment for India, and PM Modi's words of appreciation have further added to the team's joy and motivation. The nation looks forward to more such successes in the future, with the guidance of leaders like PM Modi and the dedication of players like Rohit Sharma, Virat Kohli, and Rahul Dravid.
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