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Barbados, June 29, 2025 –
In one of the most thrilling T20 World Cup finals in recent memory, India defeated Australia by 7 runs to become the T20 World Champions of 2025. The match, held at a packed Kensington Oval, was a rollercoaster of emotions, ending India’s 17-year wait for a T20 World Cup trophy after their first win in 2007.
🔥 First Innings – India Sets the Stage
India won the toss and elected to bat first. Skipper Rohit Sharma, playing in possibly his last ICC event, delivered a powerful start scoring 41 off 26 balls. However, it was Virat Kohli who stole the show with a majestic 74 off 50, anchoring the innings. Valuable cameos from Suryakumar Yadav and Hardik Pandya pushed the total to 178/6.
Australia’s bowlers – notably Pat Cummins and Adam Zampa – showed resilience, but India's experience in handling pressure ensured a competitive target was set.
🏏 Second Innings – Indian Bowlers Hold Their Nerve
Australia began aggressively, with David Warner and Travis Head putting up a fiery 65-run partnership. But Indian spinner Kuldeep Yadav broke the momentum with a double strike. The game turned in India’s favor in the death overs when Jasprit Bumrah bowled an incredible 19th over, conceding just 4 runs and taking the crucial wicket of Tim David.
In the final over, Australia needed 15 to win. Hardik Pandya, showing nerves of steel, delivered under pressure and sealed the victory with a wicket off the last ball. Australia finished at 171/8, falling just short.
🏅 Player of the Match:
Virat Kohli – for his match-defining knock in the first innings.
📊 Records Broken:
- India becomes the only team to win both the first and the latest editions of the T20 World Cup.
- Virat Kohli becomes the highest run-scorer in T20 World Cup history.
- Rohit Sharma retires as the most successful Indian captain in T20 internationals.
🗣️ Reactions and Celebrations:
Social media erupted with joy as fans celebrated across the globe. Prime Minister of India and cricket legends congratulated Team India. The streets of Mumbai, Delhi, and Kolkata saw midnight fireworks and parades. Virat Kohli, with tears in his eyes, hinted at stepping away from T20s, making the victory even more emotional.
🔚 Conclusion:
This win is not just a cricketing triumph but a generational moment for Indian fans. The blend of experience and youth, passion and composure, made this team unbeatable. India, once again, reigns supreme in T20 cricket.