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Air India special flight arrives in Barbados to ferry T20 World Cup champions home

A special Air India flight landed at Barbados Airport to bring back the T20 cricket World Cup champions, stranded due to Hurricane Beryl's airport shutdown. Led by Rohit Sharma, the team is expected in Delhi Thursday, facilitated by a charter arranged by BCCI secretary Jay Shah, which also accommodates stranded Indian media.

Indian team's departure from Barbados delayed

The Indian cricket team's departure from the Caribbean was delayed due to a charter flight's late arrival, following their T20 World Cup win. The Air India flight, delayed by hurricane Beryl, is set to bring back the team and officials. They are expected to arrive in Delhi on Thursday morning.

Thanks for that call Ro: Dravid reveals how Rohit stopped him from quitting after ODI WC heartbreak

Rahul Dravid revealed that he would not have been part of the history-making team if not for a phone call from India skipper Rohit Sharma, requesting him to continue after the ODI World Cup final defeat. Dravid's tenure as head coach had been set to end after India's loss to Australia in the final, despite a 10-match winning streak. However, the coaching staff was given an extension until the end of the T20 World Cup, which concluded recently.

Hurricane Beryl further delays team India’s departure from Barbados

Amid the aftermath of the hurricane in Barbados, the Indian cricket team, celebrating a recent World Cup victory, finds themselves stranded as the airport remains closed since Sunday evening, delaying their return home.

Indian cricket team's new head coach to take charge from Sri Lanka series: BCCI secy Jay Shah

The Indian cricket team will have a new head coach for the upcoming limited-overs series in Sri Lanka starting later this month, according to BCCI secretary Jay Shah. While Shah did not reveal the successor to the outgoing Rahul Dravid, former opener Gautam Gambhir is expected to take on the role. The Cricket Advisory Committee has conducted interviews for the job and has shortlisted Gambhir and former India women's coach W V Raman.

Koi 'Ro-Ko' Na: In triumph and retirement, Rohit and Kohli stick together

Virat Kohli and Rohit Sharma, embodying stark contrasts, have defined Indian cricket for over a decade. Their retirements from T20Is leave a void marked by Kohli's fiery intensity and Rohit's serene elegance. Despite different paths, mutual respect and iconic moments, like their World Cup triumph, bind them, creating enduring cricketing legends.

Cricket legends congratulate 'champions' team India for T20 World Cup glory

India secured the T20 World Cup after a decade-long wait, with cricket legends Anil Kumble, VVS Laxman, and Yuvraj Singh congratulating the team on social media. India's victory against South Africa was a remarkable achievement, with pacers' brilliance and Suryakumar Yadav's catch reviving hopes.

From first World Cup in 1983 to 2024: Here is India's glorious cricketing journey

India clinched their second T20 World Cup title in 2024, defeating South Africa by 7 runs in Barbados. Led by Rohit Sharma, Virat Kohli's 76-run innings laid the foundation for India's total of 176-7. Despite South Africa's strong start, India's bowlers staged a remarkable comeback, restricting them to 169-8 and ending an 11-year ICC trophy drought.

The stage for India's T20 triumph was not set in one day: Rohit & Co made the blueprint post 2023 World Cup setback

The Indian cricket team celebrated a triumphant comeback at Kensington Oval in Barbados as the sun set on a memorable evening. They gathered on the pitch, savoring their victory after clinching the World Test Championship mace and securing the ODI World Cup.

BCCI awards Rs 125 crore to Team India: Here's how much each player will get

T20 World Cup Final: The Indian cricket team secured their second T20 World Cup title with a thrilling win over South Africa. The BCCI announced a cash prize of INR 125 crores for the team, in addition to the INR 20.41 crores prize money. Key contributions from Virat Kohli, Arshdeep Singh, and Jasprit Bumrah were instrumental in the victory. Fans eagerly await details of the team's return and celebrations. This victory ends India's 11-year ICC trophy drought.

The T20 World Cup was a milestone for cricket's global ambitions

With the decision to increase the size of the tournament to 20 teams and to play part of the group stage in the USA, the International Cricket Council (ICC) saw this World Cup as a vehicle for expansion of the sport's popularity. More teams from emerging cricket nations were given a chance to perform on the global stage and Americans were offered the opportunity to engage with a sport far from their mainstream.

T20 World Cup final: Devastated South Africa reflect on missed opportunity

South Africa's agonising seven-run loss to India in the Twenty20 World Cup final has motivated them for future success after reflecting on a solid campaign, according to captain Aiden Markram. Despite needing 30 runs from the final 30 balls with six wickets left and two set batters, South Africa fell short as India's experience and precision in bowling sealed the game. Markram expressed the team's disappointment but also their determination to learn from this experience and strive for more success in future finals, especially when they host the 50-over Cricket World Cup in 2027.

India clinches T20 World Cup victory as Dravid era ends, BCCI eyes Gambhir as next coach; Here's what Roger Binny said

India secured the T20 World Cup under Rohit Sharma's leadership, marking the conclusion of Rahul Dravid's coaching tenure. Amid celebrations, BCCI President Roger Binny endorsed Gautam Gambhir as a potential coach, emphasizing the need for experience across all cricket formats. Following the retirements of key players Sharma and Kohli, Binny expressed confidence in nurturing young talents. Dravid's legacy includes notable team advancements, ending India's 11-year ICC title drought with strategic gameplay.

'This was a two-year journey': Head coach Rahul Dravid on India's T20 World Cup 2024 win

Rohit Sharma announces retirement from T20 cricket after Virat Kohli

Rohit Sharma followed Virat Kohli in announcing retirement from T20 cricket after leading India to victory in the T20 World Cup final. Sharma, joining Kapil Dev and MS Dhoni, became India's third captain to achieve this feat in under a year, following losses in the World Test Championship and ODI World Cup to Australia last year.

Ind vs SA T20 Final: "Thank you for bringing the World Cup home": Dhoni, Sachin Tendulkar and others congratulate India for sealing T20 WC glory

T20 World Cup Ind vs SA Final: Former India captain MS Dhoni and legendary cricketer Sachin Tendulkar congratulated Team India for their T20 World Cup victory against South Africa. Dhoni celebrated the win on Instagram as an early birthday gift, while Tendulkar highlighted the achievement of earning a fourth star for India's jersey. Other cricket icons like Anil Kumble, VVS Laxman, and Yuvraj Singh also praised the team's performance and leadership under Rohit Sharma. The victory sparked celebrations, with players and fans rejoicing in the stadium's electrifying atmosphere.

T20 World Cup prize: Prize money for winner, runners-up, semi-finalists, and other teams

India and South Africa will compete for the T20 World Cup 2024 title at Kensington Oval. India aims for a second title after defeating England, while South Africa seeks its first win. The winner gets $2.45 million and the runner-up $1.28 million. Semi-finalists receive $787,500 each.

IND vs SA, T20 World Cup: Young players confident of India’s victory against South Africa in final

Head coach Rahul Dravid hopeful India plays "good cricket" in T20 World Cup final

India's head coach Rahul Dravid expressed confidence in his team's consistency as they prepare for their third ICC tournament final under his leadership alongside captain Rohit Sharma. Dravid highlighted India's achievement of reaching finals across all formats and credited the players for their versatility in Test cricket, ODIs, and T20s. Looking ahead to the final against South Africa, Dravid emphasized the importance of staying calm and trusting their cricketing abilities, acknowledging that perfection is elusive in any game.

Don't want to jinx it but there's a big one coming up: Rohit, Dravid back Kohli

Rohit Sharma's emphasis on strategic gameplay, clear thinking, and the importance of staying composed under pressure has been pivotal in India's journey to the T20 World Cup finals. With a focus on maintaining a balanced approach and allowing batters to rely on their instincts, the team aims to deliver a strong performance in the upcoming crucial match.

T20 World Cup: India arrives in Barbados to face South Africa in final; Kapil Dev praises team Rohit

That's not the pitch you want to have a World Cup semifinal on: Afghan coach Jonathan Trott

Afghanistan coach Jonathan Trott criticized the pitch used for their T20 World Cup semifinal against South Africa, calling it unfit for such a crucial match. The pitch's inconsistent bounce and seam movement led to Afghanistan being bowled out for 56, the lowest score in a T20 World Cup semifinal. Despite South Africa's quick chase, their batters also struggled. Trott emphasized the need for a fair contest and expressed hopes that the team would learn from this challenging experience.

T20 World Cup: Dale Steyn, Graeme Smith laud SA final entry, say it is emotional

South African cricket legends Graeme Smith and Dale Steyn expressed overwhelming emotions as the Proteas broke the jinx to reach maiden T20 World Cup final after defeating Afghanistan by nine wickets in the semifinals. Steyn called the team's performance "destructive poetry in motion." Government of South Africa and Afghanistan Cricket Board congratulated South Africa on historic achievement.