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President Droupadi Murmu and Prime Minister Narendra Modi congratulate India on clinching the ICC Men’s T20 World Cup 2026 title

By Samira Vishwas

India erupted in celebration after the national cricket team scripted history by winning the ICC Men’s T20 World Cup 2026 final against New Zealand on Sunday. The victory was not just another trophy for the Men in Blue – it was a moment that etched India’s name deeper into the record books. President Droupadi Murmu and Prime Minister Narendra Modi led the chorus of congratulatory messages, applauding the team for an extraordinary performance that filled millions of hearts with pride.

India’s commanding 96-run win at the Narendra Modi Stadium in Ahmedabad made them the first team in the history of the tournament to win the T20 World Cup three times. Even more remarkable was the fact that India also became the first side to defend the title successfully, having previously won the tournament in 2024.

President Droupadi Murmu praises Team India’s historic achievement

President Droupadi Murmu shared her heartfelt congratulations with the team through a post on social media platform X. She described the victory as a moment that pushed Indian cricket to new heights and reflected the nation’s immense sporting potential.

In her message, the President highlighted the uniqueness of India’s achievement, noting that the team now holds the proud distinction of being the only country to lift the T20 World Cup three times. She also emphasized how special it was that India managed to win the trophy in consecutive editions, something no other team has achieved before.

Murmu said the victory had brought immense joy to India’s cricket-loving population and stood as a powerful symbol of the talent and dedication of the country’s young athletes. She also acknowledged the collective effort behind the triumph, praising not only the players but also the team management and support staff who played crucial roles behind the scenes.

Wishing the team continued success in the future, the President expressed hope that Indian cricket would keep reaching new milestones in the years to come.

“Heartiest congratulations to Team India which scaled several peaks of history by winning the ICC Men’s T20 World Cup emphatically. India has the proud distinction of being the only country to win the cup three times. It is also the only team to win the cup twice in a row. This brings immense joy and pride to our cricket loving people. It is also a marker of the rich talent pool we have among our youth in diverse fields. Every single player, entire management and the support staff deserve the highest praise for this collective triumph. I wish our cricket team sustained glory in the future,” she wrote.

PM Narendra Modi applauds Men in Blue’s determination

Prime Minister Narendra Modi also joined the celebrations, congratulating the team and applauding their exceptional performance throughout the tournament. In his message, he described the victory as a remarkable achievement that showcased the players’ talent, determination, and teamwork.

According to the Prime Minister, the team’s consistent grit and composure under pressure were key factors behind their success. He added that the triumph had filled every Indian heart with pride and joy, as fans across the country celebrated the historic moment.

“Champions! Congratulations to the Indian team on winning the ICC Men’s T20 World Cup! This remarkable triumph reflects exceptional skills, determination and teamwork. They have shown outstanding grit through the tournament. This victory has filled every Indian heart with pride and joy. Well done, Team India,” he captioned his post.

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Team India’s dominant performance in the final

India’s triumph was built on a spectacular batting display in the final. The team posted a massive 255 for five, the highest total ever recorded in a T20 World Cup final.

Sanju Samson led the charge with a superb knock of 89 off 46 balls, anchoring the innings with confidence and flair. Abhishek Sharma provided explosive momentum by smashing the fastest fifty of the tournament in just 18 balls, eventually scoring 52 off 21 deliveries.

Ishan Kishan added further firepower with a quick 54 off 25 balls, while Shivam Dube finished the innings strongly with an unbeaten 26 off just eight deliveries.

New Zealand struggled to keep pace during their chase and were restricted to 159 for nine in their 20 overs. Jasprit Bumrah delivered a sensational spell, claiming four wickets for just 15 runs, while Axar Patel supported him brilliantly with figures of 3 for 27.

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