Rohit Sharma Hails T20 World Cup Win: 'Barbados Forever in My Veins'

Rohit Sharma recently shared his reflections on India's victorious ICC T20 World Cup 2024 campaign, emphasizing the significance of the final held in Barbados. "It's the pitch where everything happened! Barbados will forever be in my veins," he exclaimed on JioHotstar’s special program, "Champions Waali Feeling Phir Se."

A year has passed since India ended their 17-year wait for a T20 World Cup title, securing the trophy after a gripping final match against South Africa at Kensington Oval. The intense contest went down to the wire, with India ultimately holding their nerve to claim victory.

The triumph was the result of an impeccable run throughout the tournament. India remained undefeated, demonstrating both dominance and resilience.

One of the most memorable moments was the high-stakes clash against Pakistan. "It wasn’t just a game," Sharma 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 narrowly defeated Pakistan by six runs in a tense, low-scoring affair. Jasprit Bumrah's exceptional performance, taking 3 wickets for 14 runs, earned him the Player of the Match award.

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

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

Sharma also credited Bumrah and Arshdeep Singh for their flawless execution of the team's strategy. “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 nail-biting final in Barbados, Rohit Sharma's reflections offer a powerful tribute to a team that created unforgettable memories for the nation.