Suryakumar Yadav led India to a historic third ICC Men's T20 World Cup title on March 8, defeating New Zealand under the lights at the Narendra Modi Stadium in Ahmedabad. The victory made India the most successful team in the history of the tournament.
Put in to bat first, India posted a record T20 World Cup final score as Sanju Samson (89), Ishan Kishan (54) and Abhishek Sharma (52) fired in unison to take the team to a record-breaking 255/5. It was the highest total ever recorded in a T20 World Cup final and the third highest in the tournament's history.
Jasprit Bumrah underlined his credentials as the best bowler of his generation, with figures of 4/15, the best by a pacer in a T20 World Cup final, to help India bowl out New Zealand for just 159, sealing a thumping 96-run victory.
The triumph at Ahmedabad sees India become the only side to lift the T20 World Cup trophy thrice. It also marked the first successful title defence in the competition and the first time the trophy has been won by the host nation.
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The victory triggered celebrations across the cricketing world and beyond, with former players, current stars and public figures taking to social media to congratulate the team.
Leading the celebrations was Prime Minister Narendra Modi, who posted soon after the victory was sealed.
Champions!
— Narendra Modi (@narendramodi) March 8, 2026
Congratulations to the Indian team on winning the ICC Men's T20 World Cup!
This remarkable triumph reflects exceptional skills, determination and teamwork. They have shown outstanding grit through the tournament.
This victory has filled every Indian heart with…
Sachin Tendulkar praised the 'special brand of cricket on display' from Team India.
Winning the World Cup twice in a row, the first time any team has done so in the T20 format. Totally deserving and rightful winners of the trophy.
— Sachin Tendulkar (@sachin_rt) March 8, 2026
What a fantastic performance by our team and a special brand of cricket on display.
Well done, Team India. Jai Hind! ????????????
India's Player of the Match from the 2024 T20 World Cup final, Virat Kohli, also lauded the 'explosive cricket' played by the team.
Champions ⭐️⭐️⭐️ Phenomenal win for Team India in Ahmedabad. Absolutely no match for the explosive cricket played by us throughout the tournament. Brilliant character shown by the boys to keep fighting in tough situations and become world champions once again. Congratulations to…
— Virat Kohli (@imVkohli) March 8, 2026
There were special wishes for Sanju Samson from Pinarayi Vijayan the Kerala Chief Minister who said, "You have made Kerala and all of India proud. This is the real Kerala Story — talent, hard work and excellence shining on the world stage."
A historic triumph for the Men in Blue!
— Pinarayi Vijayan (@pinarayivijayan) March 8, 2026
India's spectacular victory in the T20 World Cup final is a moment of immense pride for the entire nation. A phenomenal campaign defined by grit, passion, and teamwork has brought the championship home once again.
Special… pic.twitter.com/sivK3hTJud
Microsoft CEO Satya Nadella congratulated the team while singling out Jasprit Bumrah and Sanju Samson.
Congratulations to Team India on a fantastic T20 World Cup win ???????? Tough luck today, New Zealand. @Jaspritbumrah93, once again a match winner when it mattered most. @IamSanjuSamson, what a tournament and what an impact. Absolutely incredible.
— Satya Nadella (@satyanadella) March 8, 2026
Google CEO Sundar Pichai joked about how he picked the wrong game to watch, having attended the India vs South Africa Super 8 encounter at this venue, where India suffered their only loss of the tournament.
Congrats India on winning the ICC Men's T20 World Cup! chose the wrong game to go watch:) what a stadium and atmosphere. Well played to the other semi finalists, SA, Eng and Nz!! Also so exciting to see the game expand to so many countries and congrats to ICC for a great…
— Sundar Pichai (@sundarpichai) March 8, 2026
Another Indian legend and former coach, Ravi Shastri offered special praise to the team management for the role they played.
Many congratulations to Team India! ????????@surya_14kumar , @GautamGambhir and the entire team management, that was a clinical, professional performance of the highest order. Calm under pressure, ruthless when it mattered.
— Ravi Shastri (@RaviShastriOfc) March 8, 2026
Back-to-back T20 World Cup champions… and thoroughly… pic.twitter.com/ybxTWBxrSk
Former Indian captain, Sourav Ganguly, pointed out how Indian cricket is in great shape.
Congratulations India for winning the t20 World Cup .. very powerful side ..got better in the bigger games..indian cricket in great place . Women's champion ,under 19 champion and now the men's t20 champions @bcci
— Sourav Ganguly (@SGanguly99) March 8, 2026
Indian women's cricket legend, Mithali Raj, praised the incredible character shown by this team.
Congratulations to Team India on lifting their third ICC T20 World Cup. ????????
— Mithali Raj (@M_Raj03) March 8, 2026
A remarkable campaign built on consistency, belief and collective brilliance.
Winning back-to-back titles is never easy, but this team has shown incredible character throughout the tournament. A proud… pic.twitter.com/MH5j4lMChv
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