The BCCI praised India’s historic T20 World Cup victory on Monday, stating that it is a potent illustration of the depth of the nation’s cricket and the board’s dedication to creating systems that develop talent and maintain top-tier quality.
With a 96-run hammering of New Zealand in the final at Ahmedabad on Sunday, India became the first team to win the T20 tournament three times and the first to successfully defend a crown.
According to a statement from the BCCI, this victory is also a potent illustration of India’s ongoing dominance in international cricket.
BCCI President Mithun Manhas congratulated the team, saying: “Winning the ICC Men’s T20 World Cup is a moment of immense pride for the entire nation. To defend the title and achieve this feat on home soil makes it even more special.
“The team played outstanding cricket throughout the tournament under the leadership of Suryakumar Yadav and the guidance of head coach Gautam Gambhir. I congratulate every member of the squad, the coaching staff and the selectors for this remarkable accomplishment.”
BCCI secretary Devajit Saikia stated: “Indian cricket is currently in its golden phase. India hosted two major ICC events — the ICC Women’s World Cup last year and the ICC Men’s T20 World Cup — and to emerge champions in both is simply remarkable. This success is also a reflection of the strong foundations laid over the years through progressive planning and vision.”
Additionally, Saikia emphasized the efforts made by ICC chairman Jay Shah while he served as BCCI secretary.
“The contributions of Mr Jay Shah during his tenure in strengthening Indian cricket’s structures and global standing have played a significant role in shaping this era of excellence. Kudos to captain Suryakumar Yadav and his fearless group, the team management led by Gautam Gambhir and the selectors for building a balanced side capable of excelling on the world stage yet again.”
India bowled out New Zealand for 159 in 19 overs after posting a massive 255/5 in the final, the biggest total ever in a T20 World Cup title match.
Rajeev Shukla, the BCCI’s vice-president, said: “This victory is the result of collective effort, meticulous preparation and the commitment shown by the players and support staff throughout the tournament. The team has displayed remarkable composure and confidence in high-pressure situations, a hallmark of champion sides.”
Shukla also recognized Shah’s contribution to the improvement of Indian cricket during his tenure as board secretary.
Prabhtej Bhatia, the BCCI’s joint secretary, remarked: “The team has shown tremendous unity, discipline and determination throughout the competition. From the very first match, the players demonstrated a clear sense of purpose and belief, which was reflected in their performances on the field.”
Treasurer A Raghuram Bhat added: “This victory is a testament to the strength of the cricketing ecosystem in our country and the sustained efforts being made to develop the game at every level.”
With three titles, India is now the most successful team in the tournament’s history. With this triumph, India now has 14 ICC trophies in both senior and Under-19 formats, more than Australia’s 13.
