The Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) has unveiled a substantial prize of Rs 125 crore for the senior men’s Indian team following their T20 World Cup 2024 victory against South Africa in Barbados on Saturday. This impressive reward celebrates the Indian side’s triumphant performance, marking a significant achievement in their cricketing history. The announcement highlights the BCCI‘s recognition of the team’s exceptional efforts and their success in clinching the prestigious title.
BCCI’s Biggest Announcement:
After 17 years, Team India is finally bringing the trophy home, creating a golden moment for every cricket enthusiast. Following this historic victory, BCCI secretary Jay Shah made a significant announcement on his social media handle, celebrating the team’s remarkable achievement and the joy it brings to cricket fans across the nation.
He wrote, “ I am pleased to announce prize money of INR 125 Crores for Team India for winning the ICC Men’s T20 World Cup 2024. The team has showcased exceptional talent, determination, and sportsmanship throughout the tournament. Congratulations to all the players, coaches, and support staff for this outstanding achievement.”
India’s Historic Performance in the Finals:
In the 2024 T20 World Cup final in Bridgetown, Barbados, India posted a record first-innings total of 176/7 against South Africa. The Indian batsmen showcased remarkable skill and aggression, setting a tough target. This impressive score underscored India’s strategic dominance in their quest for cricketing glory on the global stage.
In the match, skipper Rohit Sharma was dismissed quickly, scoring 9 runs off 5 balls. Virat Kohli anchored the innings with a steadfast 76 off 59 balls, striking at 128.81. Rishabh Pant was out for a duck, and Suryakumar Yadav managed just 3 runs. Axar Patel’s aggressive 47 off 31 balls, supported by Shivam Dube’s 27, boosted India’s total. Hardik Pandya remained not out on 5, with Ravindra Jadeja adding 2 runs. India concluded at 176/7 in 20 overs.
India successfully defended a challenging target of 176 runs in the T20 World Cup final through a blend of precision and aggression from their bowlers. Arshdeep Singh led with discipline, taking 2 wickets for 20 runs. Jasprit Bumrah‘s economical bowling yielded 2 wickets for 18 runs. Despite conceding more runs, Axar Patel also took a crucial wicket. However, it was Hardik Pandya’s standout performance, claiming 3 key wickets for 20 runs in 3 overs, that sealed India’s victory by 7 runs, reclaiming the T20 World Cup title after 17 years. With this win, India became the only team to remain throughout the tournament.
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