BCCI Awards INR 125 Crore Prize Money to T20 World Cup Champions India

Brief by Shorts91 Newsdesk / 04:36pm on 30 Jun 2024,Sunday Sports

Following India's victory in the T20 World Cup 2024 final against South Africa, BCCI has announced a substantial prize money of INR 125 Crore for the entire Indian cricket team. The announcement was made by BCCI secretary Jay Shah, congratulating the team for their exceptional performance. India clinched their second T20 World Cup title by defending a total of 176/7, with bowlers like Hardik Pandya and Jasprit Bumrah securing a crucial win by restricting South Africa to 169/8. This victory marks India's first ICC trophy in 11 years and comes with the highest-ever prize pool in T20 World Cup history.

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BCCI President Roger Binny on India's T20 Future Without Rohit and Virat

Brief by Shorts91 Newsdesk / 03:12pm on 30 Jun 2024,Sunday Sports

BCCI President Roger Binny stated that it will take 2-3 years for India's T20 team to recover from the retirements of Rohit Sharma and Virat Kohli. Both players played key roles in India’s recent T20 World Cup victory. Binny acknowledged the talent in the IPL but emphasized the challenge of filling the void left by Rohit and Virat. Rohit scored 4231 runs in 159 T20Is, while Virat amassed 4188 runs in 125 matches. Binny, part of the 1983 World Cup-winning team, highlighted India's evolution from underdogs to contenders. Speculation surrounds Gautam Gambhir potentially replacing head coach Rahul Dravid.

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Amitabh Bachchan Skipped T20 World Cup Final Due to Superstition

Brief by Shorts91 Newsdesk / 03:08pm on 30 Jun 2024,Sunday Sports

Amitabh Bachchan revealed he didn't watch the T20 World Cup final due to a superstition. The veteran actor, known for his love of cricket, believes India loses when he watches. After India’s victory over South Africa, he shared his emotions on his blog, expressing joy and relief. He also tweeted his happiness, celebrating the win with fans. Amitabh's son, Abhishek, and other Bollywood stars like Alia Bhatt and Ranveer Singh, also celebrated the historic win. Meanwhile, Amitabh's latest film, Kalki 2898 AD, continues to perform well at the box office.

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Tendulkar Praises Rohit Sharma and Virat Kohli After T20I Retirement

Brief by Shorts91 Newsdesk / 02:17pm on 30 Jun 2024,Sunday Sports

Sachin Tendulkar paid tribute to Rohit Sharma and Virat Kohli after they retired from T20I cricket following India’s T20 World Cup win. Rohit announced his retirement during the post-match conference, while Kohli confirmed it after receiving the Player of the Match award. Tendulkar praised Rohit's leadership and the T20 World Cup win as the perfect end to his T20I career. He also lauded Kohli's performance in the final, drawing a parallel to his own long wait for a World Cup win. Tendulkar celebrated both players for their contributions to Indian cricket.

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T20 World Cup Prize Money: South Africa Earn Rs 10.67 Crore, India Receives...

Brief by Shorts91 Newsdesk / 01:46pm on 30 Jun 2024,Sunday Sports

India won the 2024 T20 World Cup, defeating South Africa by seven runs in a thrilling final. Rohit Sharma, the captain, chose to bat first. India scored 176 for 7, with Kohli making 76 and Patel 47. South Africa chased well but fell short, ending at 169 for 8. Hardik Pandya defended 16 runs in the last over, sealing India's victory. This win marks India’s first ICC trophy since 2013 and is a memorable farewell for coach Rahul Dravid. India received $2.45 million (Rs 20.42 crore) in prize money, while South Africa earned $1.28 million (Rs 10.67 crore).

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London Streets Abuzz with Celebration as India Clinches T20 World Cup After 17 Years

Brief by Shorts91 Newsdesk / 12:51pm on 30 Jun 2024,Sunday Sports

The streets of London erupted in jubilation as India secured a historic T20 World Cup victory, defeating South Africa by seven runs. The Indian diaspora in Wembley, Harrow, and across the city joined in vibrant celebrations, marking the end of an 11-year ICC title drought. Fans danced, waved flags, and filled the air with cheers as they celebrated India's triumph, reminiscent of their last World Cup win in 2011. The victory not only ignited joy but also showcased the strong bond between the diaspora and their homeland through cricket.

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Ravindra Jadeja Retires from T20 Internationals After India's T20 World Cup Triumph

Brief by Shorts91 Newsdesk / 12:37pm on 30 Jun 2024,Sunday Sports

Ravindra Jadeja has announced his retirement from T20 Internationals, becoming the third Indian player to do so following India's victory in the T20 World Cup 2024. Jadeja, known for his spin-bowling and exceptional fielding, expressed gratitude for his T20I career spanning 15 years. He highlighted winning the T20 World Cup as a career highlight and thanked fans for their support. Jadeja, who debuted in 2009, leaves behind a legacy of 515 runs and 54 wickets in T20Is. He will now focus on ODI and Test formats.

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Bollywood Stars from Chiranjeevi to Raveena Tandon Shower Praise on Team India for T20 Triumph

Brief by Shorts91 Newsdesk / 11:48am on 30 Jun 2024,Sunday Sports

Bollywood icons including Chiranjeevi, Mohanlal, Kajol, and Raveena Tandon joined in celebrating Team India's exhilarating T20 World Cup victory over South Africa. They praised Rohit Sharma's leadership, Virat Kohli's match-winning innings, and Rahul Dravid's coaching. Javed Akhtar and Anupam Kher also expressed admiration for the team's resilience and skill. The win, India's third ICC trophy since 2007, resonated deeply across the country, reflecting the team's remarkable performance and the nation's unwavering support.

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PM Modi Dials Team India After T20 World Cup Win, Applauds Rohit Sharma, Kohli Performances

Brief by Shorts91 Newsdesk / 11:15am on 30 Jun 2024,Sunday Sports

Prime Minister Narendra Modi congratulated Team India after their T20 World Cup victory, praising Rohit Sharma for his exemplary captaincy and Virat Kohli for his match-winning performance in the final. Modi also commended Hardik Pandya for his crucial final over, Suryakumar Yadav for his outstanding catch, and Jasprit Bumrah for his impactful bowling. He expressed gratitude to coach Rahul Dravid for his role in shaping the team's success. The PM highlighted Sharma's leadership and Kohli's batting prowess, emphasizing their contributions to India reclaiming the trophy after 11 years.

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Delhi Police's Viral Congratulatory Tweet After India's T20 World Cup Win Highlights "16 Years, 9 Months, 5 Days" Wait

Brief by Shorts91 Newsdesk / 10:50am on 30 Jun 2024,Sunday Sports

After India clinched their second T20 World Cup title with a thrilling victory over South Africa, Delhi Police's heartfelt congratulatory tweet captured widespread attention. "We all waited 16 years, 9 months, 5 days (52,70,40,000 seconds) for India to win another #T20WorldCup. Let's be a little patient at traffic signals too. Good moments are worth the wait. What say?" their tweet proclaimed, resonating deeply with fans nationwide. Celebrations erupted as Rohit Sharma's leadership and Virat Kohli's stellar performance led India to a seven-run win. The UP Police joined in, humorously stating, "Indian bowlers found guilty of breaking South African hearts. Sentence: Lifelong love from a billion fans!" Mumbai Traffic Police shared in the joy, posting, "The Dream Come True Number Plate! #UnStoppables #IndVsSA #WorldChampions."              

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