India Wins ICC T20 World Cup 2024

Jay Shah Announces Rs 125 Crore Prize

The Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) General Secretary Jay Shah announced a prize of Rs 125 crore for Team India after their victory in the ICC T20 World Cup 2024. Shah praised the team’s talent, determination, and sportsmanship.

India defeated South Africa by seven runs in a thrilling final at Barbados, ending an 11-year ICC trophy drought. This is India’s first ICC title since the 2013 Champions Trophy.

Match Highlights

India won the toss and chose to bat first. Despite early setbacks, a partnership between Virat Kohli (76) and Axar Patel (47) helped India reach 176/7. South Africa’s chase was thwarted by excellent death bowling from Arshdeep Singh, Jasprit Bumrah, and Hardik Pandya, restricting them to 169/8.

Virat Kohli was named ‘Player of the Match’ for his outstanding performance.