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"Now Go Have A Glass Of...": Anushka Sharma's T20I Retirement Post For Virat Kohli

Anushka Sharma shared a heartwarming post for her husband Virat Kohli after India's second T20 World Cup triumph, calling the star batter "my home". Kohli, who was part of the 2011 ODI World Cup triumph, made his first fifty of this tournament in Saturday's final against South Africa -- a 76 off 59 balls with six fours and two sixes that carried India to a competitive 176 for seven. He also announced his retirement from T20 Internationals after guiding the Men in Blue to their second T20 World Cup win and being adjudged player of the match in Bridgetown, Barbados.

On Being Potential Captaincy Successor To Rohit Sharma In T20Is, Hardik Pandya Said "There Is..."

The two greats of Indian cricket -- Rohit Sharma and Virat Kohli -- called time on their T20I careers with India's T20 World Cup triumph on Saturday. It was an emotional moment for both the players as the two played crucial roles for the national team in the format of the game for quite a long time. Virat led the team in T20Is before stepping down from the role in 2021. Rohit then took over the duties and fared well for India in the post. After India's defeat to England in 2022 World Cup semi-final both Rohit and Virat missed T20I cricket the next year and it was Hardik Pandya, who led the team. Later, Rohit and Virat returned to the format with the former being the captain again.

Rohit Sharma Didn't Want To Retire From T20Is, But "Situation Was..."

India skipper Rohit Sharma callled time on his T20I career after guiding the team to its second World Cup in the format, describing it as the perfect time to "say goodbye". Rohit made the announcement at the press conference after his long-time teammate Virat Kohli brought down curtains on his fabled career minutes after India defeated South Africa by seven runs at the Kensington Oval, Barbados in the final. "This was my last game as well. No better time to say goodbye. I wanted this (trophy) badly. It's very hard to put in words," Rohit told at the post-match press conference.

Sanjay Manjrekar Snubs Virat Kohli From T20 World Cup Post, Draws Flak On Social Media

Former India batter Sanjay Manjrekar shared a heartfelt post after the team's T20 World Cup triumph. Taking to social media platform X, Manjrekar credited captain Rohit Sharma, head coach Rahul Dravid, and chief selector Ajit Agarkar for the team's success in the tournament as India ended a 13-year wait to win an ICC title. However, there was no mention of star batter Virat Kohli in Manjrekar's post. Fans were quick to notice the same and blasted the cricketer-turned-commentator for ignoring Kohli, who was named 'Man of the Match' in the final against South Africa.

India win T20 World Cup as SKY falls in on Rainbow Nation

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Virat Kohli-Rohit Sharma Retirement: New But Uncertain Future Awaits Indian Cricket Team

The picture of Virat Kohli and Rohit Sharma in tears was the perfect representation of how the Indian cricket team and their fans felt after the loss against Australia in the ODI World Cup 2023 final. While both players won World Cups as youngsters in the national set-up, the loss robbed them to the perfect chance to bookend their illustrious careers. However, there was no such case on Saturday as India defeated South Africa in a thriller to clinch the T20 World Cup 2024 title and the excitement was visible on the experienced duo's faces. Rohit broke down in tears on the ground while Virat's fist bumps and aggressive celebration once again provided a sneak peek at his competitive attitude. However, what made the victory bittersweet was the dual announcement that shook Indian cricket.

Hurricane Threat In Barbados Likely To Extend India's Post-T20 World Cup Party: Report

The triumphant Indian team's celebrations at the Kensington Oval lasted close to four hours after a roller-coaster T20 World Cup final with players grooving to their favourite dance numbers and the usually reticent outgoing coach Rahul Dravid letting his hair down amid a general sense of relief for ending a lengthy title drought. The euphoria carried on in the team hotel but before that, at the historic venue, skipper Rohit Sharma and Virat Kohli, who both retired from the format, and Dravid let their emotions take control after a gruelling month-long campaign in the Caribbean and USA.

BCCI Announces Prize Money Of Rs 125 Crore For Team India After Winning T20 World Cup 2024 Title

Following India's iconic victory at the Kensington Oval, secretary of Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) Jay Shah has announced that the prize money of Rs. 125 cr for the T20 World Cup 2024 “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,” read the tweet on X.

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"Now Go Have A Glass Of...": Anushka Sharma's T20I Retirement Post For Virat Kohli

On Being Potential Captaincy Successor To Rohit Sharma In T20Is, Hardik Pandya Said "There Is..."

Rohit Sharma Didn't Want To Retire From T20Is, But "Situation Was..."

Sanjay Manjrekar Snubs Virat Kohli From T20 World Cup Post, Draws Flak On Social Media

India win T20 World Cup as SKY falls in on Rainbow Nation

Virat Kohli-Rohit Sharma Retirement: New But Uncertain Future Awaits Indian Cricket Team

Hurricane Threat In Barbados Likely To Extend India's Post-T20 World Cup Party: Report

BCCI Announces Prize Money Of Rs 125 Crore For Team India After Winning T20 World Cup 2024 Title