In a heartwarming moment following India’s dramatic T20 World Cup win over South Africa, fast bowler Jasprit Bumrah shared an emotional hug with his wife, broadcaster Sanjana Ganesan. The victory, which ended India’s 11-year wait for a T20 World Cup title, saw India clinch a thrilling 7-run win in Barbados.
The final match was a nail-biter, with South Africa needing only 26 runs off the last 24 deliveries to secure the title. However, a stellar performance from India’s bowlers turned the tide. Bumrah, alongside Arshdeep Singh and Hardik Pandya, took seven crucial wickets, limiting South Africa to 169-8 and sealing the victory.
Virat Kohli, playing his last T20 international, anchored India’s innings with a vital half-century, his first of the tournament, leading the team to a competitive total of 176-7. Kohli’s knock, combined with Axar Patel’s brisk 47 off 31 balls, provided India with the stability to set a challenging target after Rohit Sharma won the toss and elected to bat.
Bumrah’s contribution was pivotal, especially during the 18th over, where he dismissed Marco Jansen and conceded just two runs. This critical over provided India with a substantial buffer for the remaining overs, requiring South Africa to score 20 runs off the last two overs. Arshdeep Singh and Hardik Pandya held their nerve, delivering a quality finish that led to India’s triumph.
The victory was laden with emotion, especially for Bumrah, who sprinted towards his wife, Sanjana Ganesan, immediately after the match to share a heartfelt embrace. Bumrah’s consistent performance throughout the tournament earned him the Player of the Tournament award, with 15 wickets at an outstanding economy rate of 4.17.
“Usually, I’m the one who tries to keep my emotions in check and get the job done, but today I don’t have many words. I don’t usually cry after a game, but the emotions are taking over. We were in trouble, but we’re really over the moon to win from that stage. My family is here, we came close last time, and we got the job done. There’s no better feeling than to get your team through in a game like this,” Bumrah said, reflecting on the victory.
This win not only marked the end of a long wait for an ICC title for India but also showcased the collective efforts and resilience of the team, with standout performances from both seasoned players and emerging talents.
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