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Not only in India but globally, cricket enthusiasts celebrated as Virat Kohli led the Indian team to clinch the T20 World Cup trophy, ending an 11-year drought for another ICC title.
Virat Kohli’s global impact was evident once more when his post following the T20 World Cup surged to become the most liked Instagram post by an Indian, surpassing a photo of Bollywood’s Sidharth Malhotra and Kiara Advani from their 2023 wedding.
Kohli’s Instagram post featuring the Indian team lifting the prestigious T20 World Cup trophy has amassed more than 19.5 million likes to date, surpassing the previous record set by the power couple’s post, which garnered 16.2 million likes.
“Couldn’t have dreamt of a better day than this. God is great and I bow my head in gratitude. We finally did it. Jai Hind,” read Kohli’s post.
India faced off against the formidable Proteas in a thrilling match, with both teams undefeated in the tournament. Virat Kohli’s batting lineup set a historic milestone, posting the highest-ever total of 176 in an ICC T20 World Cup Final.
Despite Kohli’s earlier struggles in the tournament, he played a pivotal role with a composed 76 off 59 balls, stabilizing the innings and setting the stage for a commanding score.
India’s bowling excellence came to the fore when needed most. Hardik Pandya and the reliable Jasprit Bumrah showcased their mastery in the death overs, securing a tense 7-run victory over South Africa and clinching the coveted T20 World Cup trophy.
However, amidst the celebration of triumph, news broke of an end of an era. Icons like Rohit Sharma, Virat Kohli, and Ravindra Jadeja announced their retirements from international T20 cricket for India. This decision aims to pave the way for a new generation of Indian cricketers, ensuring the continuity of the nation’s cricketing legacy and retaining the achieved glory.
