Rohit Sharma Hails India's T20 World Cup Triumph: 'Barbados Forever in My Veins'

Rohit Sharma Reflects on T20 World Cup Triumph: 'Barbados Will Forever Be in My Veins'

NEW DELHI: Rohit Sharma fondly reminisced about India's victorious campaign at the ICC T20 World Cup 2024, stating, "It's the pitch where everything happened! Barbados will forever be in my veins." His reflections were shared on JioHotstar’s special program, “Champions Waali Feeling Phir Se.”

Rohit Sharma celebrates India's T20 World Cup victory.

A year has passed since India ended their 17-year wait for a T20 World Cup title, securing the trophy after a nail-biting final match against South Africa at Kensington Oval. The thrilling contest went down to the wire, with India maintaining composure to clinch the title.

The victory was not merely about the final game; it was the result of a remarkable, undefeated campaign. India displayed dominance, resilience, and strong character throughout the entire tournament.

One of the most memorable moments occurred earlier in the tournament, during the high-stakes clash between rivals India and Pakistan.

“It wasn’t just a game,” Rohit 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 managed a narrow six-run victory over Pakistan in a tense, low-scoring game. Jasprit Bumrah's exceptional performance, taking 3 wickets for 14 runs, earned him the Player of the Match award.

Despite an early batting stumble, with India losing key players like Kohli, Rohit, and Axar, Rishabh Pant's aggressive 42 runs off 31 balls revived the innings, pushing India to a total of 119.

“On that pitch, his 42 was like scoring 70,” Rohit said. “We knew 140 was par, but with our bowlers, even 119 could work.”

Rohit praised 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 tense final in Barbados, Rohit's reflections highlight the team's unforgettable achievement and the memories created for the nation.