Rohit Sharma's Heart Belongs to Barbados After India's T20 World Cup Triumph

Rohit Sharma Hails Barbados as India Celebrates T20 World Cup Triumph

"Barbados will forever be in my veins!" exclaimed Rohit Sharma, reminiscing about India's victorious T20 World Cup 2024 campaign. He shared his thoughts on JioHotstar's special program, "Champions Waali Feeling Phir Se," reflecting on the team's memorable journey.

Rohit Sharma of India lifts the ICC Men's T20 Cricket World Cup Trophy (Photo by Gareth Copley/Getty Images)

A year has passed since India ended their 17-year wait for a T20 World Cup title, securing the trophy with a thrilling final victory against South Africa at Kensington Oval. The intense match went down to the wire, with India ultimately holding their composure to claim the championship.

The victory was the result of an impressive, undefeated run, marked by dominance, resilience, and character throughout the tournament.

One of the most memorable moments was the high-stakes clash between India and Pakistan. "It wasn’t just a game," Rohit Sharma recalled. "Two days before the match, we were locked in — tight security, fans everywhere, you could feel something special was coming. It felt like a festival had taken over.”

India emerged victorious by six runs in a tense, low-scoring contest. Jasprit Bumrah was named Player of the Match for his exceptional performance of 3 for 14.

Despite an early batting setback, Rishabh Pant's aggressive innings of 42 runs off 31 balls helped India reach a total of 119. “On that pitch, his 42 was like scoring 70,” said Rohit Sharma. “We knew 140 was par, but with our bowlers, even 119 could work.”

Rohit Sharma praised Jasprit Bumrah and Arshdeep Singh for their flawless execution of the game plan. “Bumrah is a weapon — he takes wickets and dries up runs. Arshdeep’s been brilliant too, and they were crucial in pushing the game in our favour.”

From the electrifying atmosphere of the India-Pakistan match to the nail-biting final in Barbados, Rohit Sharma's reflections pay tribute to a team that created unforgettable memories for the entire nation.