It was the catch that ended India’s ICC trophy drought by 11 years. It was the catch from Suryakumar Yadav that led India to their second T20 World Cup victory. It was the catch that’s still fresh among the Indian fans even after 14 months. But the former Indian batter, Ambati Rayudu, has reignited the debate on the legality of the catch against South Africa in Barbados.

Suryakumar Yadav was standing at long-on when David Miller clubbed the first ball of the last over from Hardik Pandya in that direction. But the Mumbai-born held his nerves and grabbed the special catch. But many reckoned that the foot had brushed the rope, which was kept a few inches inside its normal place.

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“There were world feed commentators. During the break, they usually put a chair and a screen there for broadcasters. That’s why the rope was pushed back a little. But after the screen and chair were removed, it was left that way. The boundary ended up being a bit bigger for us. We could see it clearly from above. It was god’s plan.” Rayudu expressed during a recent interaction on a podcast with Shubhankar Mishra.

Ambati Rayudu sparks debate on Suryakumar Yadav’s catch in T20 World Cup 2024

The ICC playing conditions define the actual story of the boundary, where the 19.3 section specifies that “If a solid object used to mark the boundary is disturbed for any reason, then the boundary shall be considered to be in its original position.” On the 19.3.2 law, it further adds “If a solid object used to mark the boundary is disturbed for any reason, the object shall be returned to its original position as soon as is practicable.”

Ambati Rayudu – "The broadcaster indirectly helped Surya with that catch if the rope was inside it was a clear six."

Later he covered it up by saying God was with us. Is this guy indirectly taking a dig at India’s T20 World Cup win?Why has he been so salty in the last 1 year 🙁 pic.twitter.com/mWf67iaUHK

— 𝐉𝐨𝐝 𝐈𝐧𝐬𝐚𝐧𝐞 (@jod_insane) August 18, 2025

“I don’t know if it was a six (in natural incidents) or not. If the rope had been placed at its normal position, maybe Surya would’ve run from inside.” Rayudu later looked to calm down the aspect.” The Hyderabad-born addressed.

Suryakumar Yadav later became the new T20I captain of the Blue Brigade after Rohit retired from the shortest format of the game after lifting the title. He will eye to defend their trophy during the 2026 T20 World Cup in India and Sri Lanka.

The former Protea captain, Ab de Villiers, has recently opened up on the final of the T20 World Cup 2024 when India snatched victory from the South Africa side at the Kensington Oval in Barbados. Even though many reckon that it was Surya Kumar Yadav’s catch to dismiss David Miller or Rishabh Pant’s smart tactic to delay the game that saved them, de Villiers had a different thought process.

De Villiers reckoned that the game was widely open for a long time as Heinrich Klassen was batting exceptionally well. He revealed that when the wicket-keeper got out, the game started to shift from the Aiden Markram-led side.

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‘I think the ultimate is still stacked against us. Even though Klassen batted exceptionally well, I always knew the ball got a bit softer, and if we lose one wicket, it’s gonna open up widely, you know, and that ended up happening. Klassen turned it around and gave us a chance. But I think, India, batting first, set up such a good total.’ Ab de Villiers expressed in a podcast with Shubhankar Mishra.

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‘I always knew it was going to be a tough choice in the final. So, I think the guys did well to come close, but still. I think Klassen getting out was the most crucial moment of the final. There was a moment when we could have shifted back to the second or third. There were so many moments (like Rishabh Pant delaying). These are storytelling.’ Ab de Villiers added.  

Shubhankar Mishra is trying to say that Sky's catch and Pant's delay won us the Match But Ab De Villiers Said "Klassen's wicket was most important if he battled 3 more overs SA would've won the Final" even AB knows, sir Hardik Pandya won us the T20 World Cup.🐐 pic.twitter.com/DTkXgpDi0H

— RISHAV (@itzrishav108) August 3, 2025

Batting first, the Blue Brigade posted 176/7 in their 20 overs, thanks to the 76-run knock from Virat Kohli, while Axar Patel drilled 47 runs in 31 balls. They kept the Proteas for 169/8 to earn a victory by seven runs.  

‘If Klassen batted for three more overs, we would have won, in my opinion. Even if he just took once and just extended the game a bit. So, his getting out really sort of took the momentum out of the sails, and then obviously, the little moments happened. But that’s what it is. I think Panyda handled the final over exceptionally well. You got to give it to him.’ Ab de Villiers concluded.

It’s the story from the Kolkata Knight Riders’ (KKR) camp, just before the start of the T20 World Cup 2024, in the West Indies and the United States of America (USA). It was a tournament where the entire Caribbean wanted their mystery and successful spinner, Sunil Narine, to make a comeback in the national side. 

Their head coach, Darren Sammy, tried multiple times to convince Sunil to return to the side, who looked a bit thin in the spin department in the presence of only Akeal Hosein. The famous journalist, Vimal Kumar, during a recent interaction on Sony Sports Network, has leaked a story from the KKR campaign, when Narine gave the West Indies players a condition to feature in the home T20 World Cup 2024. 

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“I can say it’s exclusive; it’s the story of Sunil Narine!! He retired from international cricket in 2023, but their national players, Rovman Powell and Dwayne Bravo, wanted him to return to the national team. Narine wasn’t sure even after so many discussions, as the former players went to Gautam Gambhir to have a word with the spinner. After Gambhir spoke to him during a net session to accept the request, Narine turned back and asked him a simple question, ‘Will you coach me?’ Vimal Kumar narrated.

Watch: Sunil Narine keeps one condition to play T20 World Cup 2024

That statement was incredible from the veteran West Indies player, who was ready to make a return to the T20Is only if Gambhir coaches them. That shows the immense respect he has for his former captain and current coach on the KKR side. Narine could have made a huge difference for the Powell-led side in the World Cup 2024.

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BUT HIS ONE CONDITION?
GG🥺pic.twitter.com/RExiMd7uLw

— KKR Vibe (@KnightsVibe) July 11, 2025

In 49 T20I innings, the 37-year-old has picked up 52 wickets at an average of 21.25 and a strike rate of 21.1 besides an economy rate of just over six, thanks to the best bowling figures of 4/12. In the T20s around the globe, he has collected 589 wickets in 544 innings at an average of under 22 and an economy rate of just over six.

The West Indies qualified for the super eight stage, but went on to lose a do-or-die clash against South Africa and were out of the event. The two-time champions, overall, weren’t at their best in all three departments of the game.

On this day in 2024, the Men in Blue returned victorious after crushing South Africa in a high-voltage final of the ICC Men's T20 World Cup 2024. It was a euphoric moment for the fans and the entire nation as the Indian team finally managed to end their title drought by securing their first ICC World Cup title in 13 years. 

After being crowned as the T20 World Cup champions on June 29, the team was destined to touch down in Mumbai. Once the news about the Indian team's arrival broke out, preparations were underway in full swing as the fans gathered around in anticipation to welcome their World Cup heroes in Mumbai's iconic Marine Drive. As it turned out, the event turned out to be quite a spectacle as fans in colossal numbers turned up to surround the Indian cricket team during their victory (bus) parade.

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Victory parade show in Marine Drive

THIS HAPPENED "OTD" LAST YEAR AT THE MARINE DRIVE IN MUMBAI. 🥶🇮🇳

- One of the Most Iconic in Sporting History..!!! pic.twitter.com/5TAXjPuwBC

— Tanuj (@ImTanujSingh) July 4, 2025

The Indian cricketers were greeted very generously as soon as they touched down on Indian soil. To treasure this historic moment and to celebrate the Indian team's success, a victory parade event was planned along the famous Marine Drive from Nariman Point to the Wankhede Stadium. A sea of Indian fans in blue emerged along one of Mumbai's most iconic destinations.  

The event kicked off following the Indian team's arrival around 4:30 PM local time. With the Indian team out in their bus, it took them no time to get surrounded by an army of passionate Indian fans. Fans from all walks of life jostled to capture a frame with the Indian team. Key icons of Indian cricket, namely Rohit Sharma, Rishab Pant, Axar Patel, and Shivam Dube, were seen posing with the World Cup silverware on the upper deck of the bus. 

Approximately 300,000 fans lined Marine Drive, bringing traffic to a standstill and creating an electrifying yet chaotic celebration on that day. Quite understandably, the mood was very joyful and festive. With this achievement, the Indian cricket team managed to bolster India's reputation on the global stage. India's T20 World Cup victory parade was an extraordinary spectacle that captured the nation's passion and pride. 

On June 29, 2024, Indian Cricket recorded one of the most glorious moments in its cricketing chapter. For the first time since 2007, India were crowned winners of the 2024 T20 World Cup that was jointly held by the United States (US) and the Caribbean nations. The Blues endured a memorable run and remained unbeaten throughout the entirety of the tournament to thump South Africa in a high-voltage final. 

At present, the Indian cricket team is in the UK to compete in a five-match test series against England. Amidst their busy schedule, team India took some time out to relive the unforgettable moment. Ahead of the second Test in Birmingham, the Indian Test team took a pause to celebrate the first anniversary of their triumphant victory in the 2024 T20 World Cup final. 

The team gathered around in a local restaurant in Birmingham, which featured some of the heroes from the final, such as Jadeja and Arshadeep. Two massive cakes were brought forward and placed on the table. One had the following inscription "Team India", while the other bore the words "Champions T20 WC 2024". Bumrah led from the front by doing the initial honors. After slicing the cake, the pieces were distributed to the rest of the players, who were gleefully seen feasting on it.  

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In Birmingham, bringing in one-year anniversary of #TeamIndia's T20 World Cup 🏆 Triumph!

Core memory 🥹 pic.twitter.com/FUUjbKdnHN

— BCCI (@BCCI) June 29, 2025

The mood was light and festive. Despite suffering a demoralizing defeat in the Headingly Test, the players were seen having a light moment. This informal gathering was not merely a celebration of a trophy; it served as a reminder of the progress this group has made.

After enduring years of heartbreaks in the knockout stages of the ICC events, India eventually overcame the jinx in 2024, securing the silverware that had been out of reach for more than ten years. This moment was particularly gratifying for a generation of players who had borne the burden of expectation and disappointment throughout numerous campaigns.

As the dust settles on India's T20 World Cup anniversary, the attention now shifts to the ongoing Anderson-Tendulkar series, with the visitors currently trailing by 0-1. It remains to be seen whether this spirited reunion can give the team a much-needed spark to roll back the Bazball-led England in the upcoming Edgbaston Test. 

June 29, 2024, is a day that will be etched in the minds and hearts of every ardent Indian cricket fan. On this day, India lifted the T20 World Cup trophy for the first time since 2007 by beating South Africa in an epic thriller. In a showdown where it all seemed to be getting out of hand, Rohit Shama & Co. scripted a miraculous comeback to snatch victory from the jaws of defeat. Years of sorrow and heartbreak were finally put to rest as India clinched their maiden ICC title since 2013. 

To relive this glorious moment, the former Indian skipper posted a heartwarming video on his Twitter (Now X) account that has instantly won many hearts. Rohit himself was the center of attraction in that video, where he was heard saying that he was proud to have achieved something special. Besides, sporadic visuals of other cricketing icons such as Kohli, Axar, and Bumrah also surfaced from the video. 

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Watch the video:

Instagram post of Captain Rohit Sharma.

Rohit Sharma tried his best to include everyone in the video, but saar saar he is insecure.

pic.twitter.com/6bYlTq0PwC

— Rohan💫 (@rohann__45) June 29, 2025

India managed to remain unbeaten in that tournament and won all their games, including the final against South Africa. It was a terrific turnaround for the Men in Blue and a massive moment for the country. Not long ago, India faced a humiliating defeat at the hands of Australia in the ODI World Cup 2023 in their backyard. But Rohit's 'never-back-down' attitude helped India rise from the ashes and quash the knockout jinx once and for all.

India and South Africa locked horns in a high-voltage final in Bridgetown, Barbados. Both teams entered the final on the back of an unbeaten winning streak. The epic final saw a lot of fascinating moments. From Kohli's crucial fifty (albeit at a slower rate) to Suryakumar Yadav's match-winning catch, the match had everyone on the edge of their seats. 

Moreover, Bumrah's match-defining over, where he picked up two crucial wickets inside an over, probably proved to be a turning point in the game. With only 30 runs needed in the final five overs, no one would have anticipated India to make such a daring comeback. Bumrah emerged as a true hero in such a dire time and concluded the tournament as the highest wicket-taker maintaining an economy rate of less than 4.5 RPO.

In his cricket career, Rohit Sharma has had several memorable experiences, but nothing, he claims, has ever come close to winning the 2024 T20 World Cup trophy. This victory meant everything after years of seeking an ICC crown and tragically coming close in past editions. It was more than simply a cricket accomplishment for him to lead India to victory and grasp that trophy in his hands; it was a personal one.

Only Rohit could have handled the pressure, expectations, and weight of the tournament with such composure. He motivated the team rather than merely leading it.From setting the tone with the bat to backing his players in crunch moments, Rohit looked like a man on a mission. And when the final was done, and India had won, it felt like a moment the whole country had been waiting for but especially him.

Speaking after the match, Rohit said, “It was by far the best moment of my life and my cricketing career to lift the trophy.” Simple words, but packed with everything he’s gone through — the ups, the doubts, the near misses, and finally, the dream coming true.
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Saying Goodbye the Right Way: Rohit Sharma Ends His T20I Journey with a World Cup in Hand

Rohit announced his retirement from T20Is right after the win, going out on the biggest possible high. It felt right. He had done everything he needed to in the format, and this was the perfect ending. Walking off the field with the trophy in his hands, he left behind a legacy of calm, class, and leadership.

This wasn’t just a win — it was a send-off fit for a giant of the game. For fans, it was emotional. For Rohit, it was closure. And for Indian cricket, it marked the end of an era — one that will be remembered for years because of moments like this.

Indian cricket legend Rohit Sharma recently opened up about a light-hearted moment during the toss of the high-stakes T20 World Cup match between India and Pakistan in New York. Speaking a year after India's victory in the T20 World Cup 2024, the 38-year-old Sharma was momentarily distracted by the electrifying atmosphere and presence of Ravi Shastri that he forgot he had the coin in his pocket.

During the toss, Rohit, in his characteristic nonchalant fashion, appeared visibly confused when he was asked to toss the coin. When Ravi Shastri, who was conducting the toss proceedings, asked him to toss the coin, Rohit started searching left and right, momentarily looking towards the match referee for guidance. It was then that Pakistan captain Babar Azam cheekily reminded Rohit that the coin was in his pocket, leaving the Indian captain with a sheepish grin. The moment sparked laughter all around before both captains regained focus.

Recalling the humorous incident in a chat with Star Sports, Rohit said, “I’ll tell you what is happening. Look at him. In the blue, it’s Rohit Sharma ready to punch. In the green, it’s ready to counterpunch. Yeh sab cheez wahan pe ho raha hai, toh obviously it’s fun. In the middle of everything, Ravi Shastri’s energy and everything, I forgot coin mere paas hee hai.”

Rohit’s memorable tournament and farewell to T20Is

Rohit Sharma enjoyed a successful individual campaign in the 2024 T20 World Cup, finishing as the second-highest run-getter with 257 runs in eight innings at an average of 36.71. His standout performance came against Australia, where he smashed a brilliant 92 to set up a vital win in the Super 8s.

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Rohit Sharma talking about he forget the coin during the toss against Pakistan in T20 WC. 😀❤️pic.twitter.com/LstArbD5cP

— Tanuj (@ImTanujSingh) June 25, 2025

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Although Rohit did not have a significant impact on the final against South Africa, Rohit's leadership helped India to keep calm in a dramatic seven-run win to win their second T20 World Cup title. Following the historic triumph, Rohit announced his retirement from T20I cricket, bowing out on a high after a stellar career.

Rohit Sharma's on-field brilliance has done wonders for Indian cricket in recent years. Apart from his batting prowess, which has brought continued entertainment to his fan base, Rohit's tactical brilliance has powered the national side to some miraculous wins in ICC events, the most famous of which came against the arch-rivals Pakistan in the ICC Men's T20 World Cup 2024. 

In a recent discussion with JioHotsar, the former Indian skipper offered some interesting insights on how his bowlers went about defending a low score of 120. India were bowled out for a shocking 119 in the first innings on a difficult batting surface, which many experts believed to be two-paced. While India's imminent defeat seemed highly probable, Rohit and his men refused to give up. 

The 38-year-old explained how he took the pitch out of the equation to snatch victory from the jaws of defeat. At the time, Rohit was aware of the surface's sluggish nature and wanted Pakistan to chase. Everything seemed to be falling in place for him. Furthermore, he added that he had immense faith in his prime bowlers - Arshdeep and Bumrah to come good in this low-scoring thriller. 

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Rohit Sharma on defending 120 Vs Pakistan at the 2024 T20 World Cup. 🇮🇳pic.twitter.com/VPlyepWZfi

— Mufaddal Vohra (@mufaddal_vohra) June 26, 2025

As fate would have it, India successfully managed to pull the Green Shirts back from a commanding position. Pakistan seemed to be cruising to victory at 57-1 at the halfway stage. But the departure of Usman Khan offered a slim window of opportunity to make a daring comeback. Pakistan kept losing wickets thereafter as Bumrah accounted for three wickets while going at less than 4 RPO. 

During the middle phase of the run chase, the runs had virtually dried up, and the Pakistani lower order, featuring the likes of Shadab Khan and Imad Wasim, struggled to break from the shackles. In the end, the target got too big for Pakistan as they required 18 off the final over. Arshdeep applied the finishing touches by successfully defending 18 in that over despite taking a few blows from Naseem Shah. 

Under the leadership of Rohit Sharma, India remained unbeaten in that tournament and eventually triumphed in the T20 WC Final against South Africa, thus ending a 11-year-long ICC title drought. 

Dwayne Bravo recently requested the USA Cricket Board to include Unmukt Chand in the USA national side. He stated that the former India Under-19 World Cup-winning captain shouldn't be victimised due to politics.

The 32-year-old left India for the USA in the hope of getting playing opportunities in the USA national team. Since moving to the USA, Unmukt Chand has so far not made his debut for the USA national team and has been overlooked by the selectors, which is surprising.

Unmukt Chand is currently playing for the Los Angeles Knight Riders team in the Major League Cricket (MLC). Currently, Bravo is the head coach of the Los Angeles team. He stated in his Instagram post: "This guy needs to be in the USA cricket team! Cricket is bigger than politics; let's do right for these players. Well done!."

Bravo commented on Unmukt Chand after the right-hander scored a brilliant 86 in 56 balls against Seattle Orcas on the 22nd of June during the MLC game. The right-hander has looked in decent form during the 2025 MLC season so far, scoring 161 runs in 4 innings with a strike rate of 134.16.

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Unmukt Chand on his exclusion from the USA national team during the 2024 T20 World Cup

The 32-year-old stated that he was surprised after not being included in the USA team for the T20 World Cup. The right-hander had stated (through Cricbuzz) in a press conference last year that he had worked hard for the last 3 years for the mega event. Unmukt Chand also played for Mumbai Indians in the 2015 IPL season helping the team win the trophy, scoring 300 runs in 15 games.

"That wasn't an ideal situation to be in. Because personally, for me, this was what I had dreamed of for the last three years. Obviously, it was a big shock. And it took me time to sort of come to terms with it. It's never easy as a player, having lost all these things back home in India, to having this one goal, which had kept me going for the last three years not happening. So it is difficult. I won't say which just happened. But it was difficult. I was not my best self for some time," Chand said.