IND vs SA Final, T20 World Cup 2024, Match Highlights: India clinch victory in World Cup, defeat South Africa by a margin of 7 runs

India has once again become champions of the T20 world, breaking a 17-year gap to join West Indies and England as the only teams to win the Men's T20 World Cup twice. The final match in Barbados was exhilarating, with Indian players in a state of extreme happiness and the field filled with celebration from the excited dugout. The South African team endured another heartbreak as the crowd erupted in cheers.

Rohit Sharma cried, representing India's incredible comeback. Despite Axar Patel's expensive 15th over, which appeared to signal impending defeat, the fast bowlers' courageous resurgence and Suryakumar Yadav's vital catch ensured the win. India's remarkable recovery showcases its strong resilience and perseverance.

Virat Kohli and Axar Patel helped India reach 176/7 in Barbados, as South African bowlers prevented a larger total. Anrich Nortje took a wicket to close the innings, as India managed to score 42 runs in the final 3 overs. Even though India lost three wickets early in the Powerplay, they managed to score a decent total of 176, mainly due to a strong finish.

Indian bowlers, particularly Jasprit Bumrah, Hardik Pandya, and Arshdeep Singh, stayed composed in the final moments as India pulled off a dramatic win to break their 11-year ICC trophy drought and claim their second T20 World Cup title by defeating South Africa by 7 runs.

Also, Indian cricketer Ravindra Jadeja decided to retire from T20 International Cricket on the same day that India emerged as the champions of the T20 World Cup 2024 in Barbados. Shortly after the game, Rohit Sharma, captain of the Indian cricket team, as well as Virat Kohli, declared their retirement from the T20 International cricket format.