The victorious T20 World Cup-winning team from India had a memorable meeting with Prime Minister Narendra Modi at his residence in New Delhi on Thursday. Arriving on a charter flight from Barbados, the team was warmly congratulated by Modi for their triumph in the tournament.
During the meet-and-greet session, Prime Minister Modi engaged with the players, discussing various aspects of their thrilling final match. He commended captain Rohit Sharma for his leadership, playfully asking about his post-match celebration of tasting the pitch. Modi also inquired about Virat Kohli’s mindset going into the crucial game, given his recent form, and discussed tactical decisions with Axar Patel, who played a pivotal role after being promoted in a challenging situation.
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The discussion turned to Jasprit Bumrah, whose exceptional bowling performance turned the tide against South Africa in the final overs. Modi asked Bumrah about his thoughts during the critical moments when victory seemed uncertain. Hardik Pandya shared insights into his overall performance and strategic planning during the tense final over, where South Africa needed 16 runs for victory.
Modi highlighted Suryakumar Yadav’s match-winning acrobatic catch and asked him to relive the momentous seven seconds that secured India’s ICC trophy after over a decade. The team’s return to India was delayed due to a hurricane in the Caribbean, but they finally made it home with the trophy after an Air India charter flight was diverted.
The meeting with PM Modi not only celebrated the team’s success but also underscored their resilience and strategic brilliance on the field, making the entire nation proud.