Team India’s Historic ICC T20 World Cup Win: One Year Since the 2024 Triumph Under Rohit Sharma

Team India’s Historic ICC T20 World Cup Win: One Year Since the 2024 Triumph Under Rohit Sharma

By Rahul Joy Paul Singh
Updated on: June 29, 2025 | 12:05 AM IST

Exactly one year ago, on June 29, 2024, Indian cricket fans around the globe witnessed history being made. Under the calm leadership of Rohit Sharma, Team India lifted the ICC T20 World Cup 2024 trophy, defeating South Africa in a thrilling final. This landmark victory ended India’s 17-year wait for another T20 World Cup title and ended the country’s 11-year drought of ICC trophies.

A Perfect Campaign: Unbeaten and Unmatched

Team India’s journey in the 2024 tournament was flawless. They did not lose a single match:

Group Stage: 3 wins, 1 no result
Super 8: 3 wins
Semi-Final: Defeated England
Final: Triumphed over South Africa

In the final match held in Barbados, India posted 176/7 in 20 overs with crucial contributions across the lineup. In reply, South Africa came close but were restricted to 169/8, thanks to a spirited fightback from Indian bowlers in the death overs.

At one point, South Africa needed 30 runs in 5 overs with 6 wickets in hand, but Team India’s bowling unit turned the game around. The turning point was a spectacular boundary catch by Suryakumar Yadav, dismissing David Miller on the first ball of the final over. Hardik Pandya held his nerve, conceding just 8 runs in the last over and sealing India’s title.

End of an Era: Rohit, Virat, Jadeja Retire from T20Is

Post-tournament, the celebrations were bittersweet as Rohit Sharma, Virat Kohli, and Ravindra Jadeja announced their retirement from T20 Internationals. While fans were emotional, the players left behind unforgettable performances.

In the final:

Virat Kohli played a pivotal knock of 76 runs
Rohit and Jadeja, though quiet in the final, had been outstanding throughout the tournament

Key Highlights from the Tournament

Victory Over Pakistan

One of the most thrilling matches came against arch-rivals Pakistan, where India posted a modest 119 runs. Pakistan fell short by just 6 runs, finishing at 113/7. Rishabh Pant top-scored with 42, and Jasprit Bumrah impressed with figures of 3/14 in 4 overs.

Super-8 Clash vs Australia

In the Super-8 round, India defeated Australia with a strong performance. India scored 205/5, powered by Rohit Sharma’s blazing 92. Arshdeep Singh grabbed 3 wickets for 37 runs.

Semi-Final: India vs England

Facing England in the semi-finals, India scored 171/7. Rohit contributed 57, and Suryakumar added 47. Spinners Axar Patel and Kuldeep Yadav dismantled England’s batting lineup, each taking three wickets.

Looking Back, Looking Ahead

June 29 will forever be etched in Indian cricket history. The 2024 World Cup win was not just about lifting a trophy—it symbolized the end of a long drought, the strength of team unity, and the legacy of cricketing legends.

As the countdown begins for the next T20 World Cup, the memories of India’s unbeaten run and the iconic victory in Barbados will continue to inspire a generation of cricketers and fans alike.