Rohit Sharma Reflects on T20 World Cup Win: 'Barbados Forever in My Veins' After India's Triumph

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

Rohit Sharma fondly recalls 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 comments came during JioHotstar’s special program, “Champions Waali Feeling Phir Se.”

India ended a 17-year drought by winning the T20 World Cup, defeating South Africa in a thrilling final at Kensington Oval. The match went down to the wire, with India holding their nerve to secure the title.

The victory was the result of a dominant and resilient performance throughout the tournament, where India remained undefeated.

One of the most memorable moments was the high-stakes clash between India and Pakistan. "It wasn’t just a game," Rohit remembered. "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."

India prevailed over Pakistan by six runs in a tense, low-scoring match. Jasprit Bumrah was named Player of the Match for his impressive bowling performance of 3 for 14.

Despite an early batting collapse, Rishabh Pant's aggressive innings of 42 runs off 31 balls helped India reach a total of 119. "On that pitch, his 42 was like scoring 70," Rohit remarked. "We knew 140 was par, but with our bowlers, even 119 could work."

Rohit praised Bumrah and Arshdeep Singh for their exceptional 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 nail-biting final in Barbados, Rohit's reflections highlight the team's unforgettable achievements and the memories they created for the nation.