PM Modi Congratulates Ravindra Jadeja on T20I Retirement After India’s World Cup Win
Prime Minister Narendra Modi congratulated cricketer Ravindra Jadeja for his outstanding performances after Jadeja announced his retirement from T20 Internationals following India’s victory in the 2024 T20 World Cup. PM Modi praised Jadeja’s stylish stroke play, spin, and superb fielding, and wished him well for his future endeavors.
Dear @imjadeja, You have performed exceptionally as an all-rounder. Cricket lovers admire your stylish stroke play, spin and superb fielding. Thank you for the enthralling T20 performances over the years. My best wishes for your endeavours ahead. — Narendra Modi (@narendramodi) June 30, 2024
Jadeja announced his retirement on social media, expressing gratitude for his career and the support he received. He highlighted his achievements, including winning the T20 World Cup, which he described as a dream come true.
Jadeja made his T20I debut in February 2009 against Sri Lanka and played 74 matches, taking 54 wickets and scoring 515 runs. His best bowling performance was against Scotland in the 2021 T20 World Cup, and his best batting performance was against England in 2022.
India won the 2024 T20 World Cup by defeating South Africa in a thrilling final, ending an 11-year ICC trophy drought. Key performances from Arshdeep Singh, Jasprit Bumrah, Hardik Pandya, Virat Kohli, and Axar Patel helped secure the victory.
| Match Summary |
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| India: 176/7 in 20 overs |
| South Africa: 169/8 in 20 overs |
| India won by 7 runs |
Virat Kohli was named ‘Player of the Match’ for his performance.
