Twitter Explodes As India Beat Indonesia To Win Maiden Thomas Cup Gold

India scripted history on Sunday as they defeated the holders and 14-time champions Indonesia 3-0 in the final to win their maiden gold medal at the Thomas Cup. Kidambi Srikanth defeated Jonatan Christie 21-15, 23-21 in the third match as India became the sixth different team to win the Thomas Cup. As India sealed a convincing win over the favourites Indonesia, people from all walks of life took to Twitter and hailed the Indian men's team on winning its maiden gold medal at the Thomas Cup.

Here's how Twitter reacted:

"A historic achievement and a massive moment for Indian badminton. Congratulations Team India on winning the Thomas Cup," star India batter Virat Kohli wrote on Twitter.

A historic achievement and a massive moment for Indian badminton. Congratulations Team India on winning the Thomas Cup

"What a moment for Indian sport - we are Thomas Cup champions for the first ever time, and we beat the best to make it happen. Congrats to the players and staff. Some things take time, but don't let anyone tell you it can't be done," Indian football team captain Sunil Chhetri tweeted.

What a moment for Indian sport - we are Thomas Cup champions for the first ever time, and we beat the best to make it happen. Congrats to the players and staff. Some things take time, but don't let anyone tell you it can't be done.

"History made. Welcome to India #Thomascup! Phenomenal! Jai Hind," former India batter Gautam Gambhir wrote on Twitter.

History made. Welcome to India #Thomascup! Phenomenal! Jai Hind pic.twitter.com/EO3wW0q8d2

"Congratulations TEAM INDIA Men's Team for winning the THOMAS CUP Title ... Great win," Indian shuttler Saina Nehwal captioned a post on Twitter.

Congratulations TEAM INDIA Men's Team for winning the THOMAS