India defeated South Africa by seven runs in the final at Kensington Oval in Barbados, securing their second T20 World Cup triumph. It was an exciting ending. Rahul Dravid’s time as team India’s coach comes to an unforgettable finale with this victory, which also gives Team India another feather in its crown.
A Chak De Moment for Rahul Dravid
A heartwarming video that has gone viral on social media features Indian players lifting Rahul Dravid into the air, evoking memories of the famous sequence from the film “Chak De India.” The jubilant Indian camp, filled with smiles and cheers, made this victory even more special for Dravid. Taking over the coaching role after the 2021 T20 World Cup, Dravid led India to the WTC final and the ODI World Cup in 2023, cementing his legacy as a coach.
Anand Mahindra’s Reaction
Business tycoon Anand Mahindra took to X (formerly Twitter) to share the video of Rahul Dravid’s Chak De moment, writing, “Cricket and life have the same story, the world is won only with the blessings of the Guru. Even before Guru Purnima, Team India gave Guru Dakshina to coach Rahul Dravid.”
Full Circle for Rahul Dravid
This victory is particularly significant for Rahul Dravid, who had faced a heartbreaking defeat in his last match as India’s captain in the West Indies in 2007. Seventeen years later, Dravid returned as a coach to achieve what he couldn’t as a captain. This historic win in Barbados has brought his journey full circle, marking a glorious chapter in his cricketing career.
The Thrilling Final Match
India lost three wickets in the Powerplay after winning the toss and choosing to bat first. Nevertheless, Axar Patel and Virat Kohli displayed their genius, leading India to a respectable score of 176 runs. In response, South Africa seemed ready to win, needing just 26 runs from the last 24 balls. However, Heinrich Klaasen was decisively dismissed by Hardik Pandya, which changed the game, and India won spectacularly by seven runs.
Celebrating a Historic Win
This ICC title win is evidence of Team India’s drive and determination. In addition to ending India’s title drought, the historic victory in Barbados has made Rahul Dravid and the team’s entire effort forever remembered as a “Chak De” moment.
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