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T20 World Cup Final Hero Hardik Pandya Remembers India’s Win: "A Day I Will Never..."

Sakshi Sharma

Hardik Pandya with the T20 World Cup trophy (Source:@TheeCricketGuyy,x.com)Hardik Pandya with the T20 World Cup trophy (Source:@TheeCricketGuyy,x.com)

On June 29, 2024, India achieved one of its most unforgettable moments in cricket. The 'Men In Blue' defeated South Africa by a mere 7 runs in the final of the ICC Men's T20 World Cup in Barbados. The victory clinched India's second T20 World Cup and also marked a significant milestone for Rohit Sharma as the captain of the team. After a long and painful wait of 13 years, this victory silenced the critics and marked India’s legacy. 

Pandya’s Unforgettable Role In India’s Victory

Star all-rounder Hardik Pandya played a vital role in India’s victory, particularly in the final moments of the match. With South Africa needing 16 runs off the final over, the stage was set for a dramatic finish. 

Pandya kept his composure and bowled a near-perfect over, sealing India’s victory and the World Cup. His cool-mind under pressure, coupled with his powerful performances throughout the tournament, made him one of the standout players.

On June 29, 2025, exactly one year after that historic day, Pandya shared his heartfelt emotions on social media, reminiscing about the victory. He posted a video on Instagram, expressing gratitude to the nation and reflecting on the rollercoaster journey that led to India’s triumph.

“A day I’ll never forget. A day we’ll never forget. For all of us, India 🇮🇳❤️,” Pandya tweeted, marking the anniversary with a sense of nostalgia and pride.

In the video, Pandya shared how he had long visualized himself in the decisive moments of the World Cup final, either bowling the last over or hitting the winning runs. 

"I always manifested myself bowling the last over or hitting the last runs of the World Cup-winning play," he explained. 

"I’m really proud of how I was able to stand up," he added. 

Rohit Sharma’s Emotional Tribute

Rohit Sharma, too, marked the occasion with a heartfelt post, recalling about the team's journey and the significance of the World Cup win. In a video shared on his Instagram, the Indian captain expressed the emotional weight of the victory, not just for the team but for the entire nation.