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India’s victory over Australia in a thrilling Super-8 encounter at the Daren Sammy Cricket Ground in Saint Lucia not only secured their spot in the semifinals of the ongoing ICC T20 World Cup 2024 but also marked two remarkable milestones in the tournament’s history.
In a highly anticipated Super-8 clash during the ongoing T20 World Cup 2024, the Indian cricket team showcased outstanding performances with bat and ball to triumph over Australia by a margin of 24 runs in Saint Lucia on Monday, June 24. Throughout the match, India demonstrated impressive adaptability and skill, especially under pressure.
India achieved historic milestones in the T20 World Cup with a thrilling victory over Australia. Opting to bat first on a pitch conducive to batting, Team India posted a formidable total of 205/5. Captain Rohit Sharma led the charge with a spectacular innings, scoring 92 runs off just 41 balls, well supported by Suryakumar Yadav (31) and Shivam Dube (28).
In reply, Australia faced disciplined and strategic bowling from India. Left-arm wrist-spinners Kuldeep Yadav (2/24) and Arshdeep Singh (3/37) played pivotal roles in India’s successful defense against the Kangaroos in Saint Lucia.
A crucial moment came when Jasprit Bumrah dismissed the dangerous Travis Head for 76 runs, further sealing India’s thrilling victory. Notably, this achievement marks the fifth instance in nine editions where the 2007 T20 World Cup champions have advanced to the semifinals in consecutive tournaments.
India has etched its name in history with a remarkable sixth consecutive victory in the ICC T20 World Cup 2024. Alongside South Africa, they remain the only unbeaten team in the tournament so far. The thrilling triumph over Australia at this year’s event has firmly placed Team India in the annals of cricketing achievement.
This latest win marks India’s best-ever performance in a T20 World Cup, surpassing their previous record of five wins set in 2014. They now stand shoulder to shoulder with Australia (2010, 2021) and Sri Lanka (2009) for the most victories (six) in a single edition of the tournament. Moreover, India’s triumph over Australia has elevated them to the top of the charts as the most successful team in T20 World Cup history, surpassing Sri Lanka’s previous record of 33 wins.
In summary, India’s ongoing campaign in the T20 World Cup 2024 not only showcases their dominance but also underscores their place among the tournament’s elite.
India has now emerged as the most successful team in T20 World Cup history, surpassing Sri Lanka’s previous record. The Indian cricket team has accumulated 34 victories out of 50 matches in T20 World Cup history, whereas Sri Lanka now stands second with 33 wins from 53 matches in the tournament.
In another remarkable feat, India’s total score of 205/5 against Australia equals the highest total ever set by any team against Australia in men’s T20 World Cup history. Previously, the West Indies had also scored 205/4 against Australia in the semi-final of the 2012 T20 World Cup. This match marks India’s third instance of achieving a 200-plus total in men’s T20 World Cup history, placing them joint-second alongside the West Indies, while South Africa leads with five 200-plus totals.
