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Published 13:45 IST, July 5th 2024

Virat Kohli, Rohit Sharma, and Team Thank Fans Following Historic Victory Parade in Mumbai

India's cricketers, including Virat Kohli and Rohit Sharma, express gratitude to fans after a historic victory parade in Mumbai, celebrating the World Cup win.

Wankhede Stadium Erupted With ‘Vande Mataram’ Chants | Image: BCCI

Team India's crowded celebratory schedule culminated in a lap of honour around the Wankhede Stadium area. All of the players were ecstatic and completely involved in the spectacle of the occasion, which came after they won the T20 World Cup 2024. This came after Rohit Sharma led the Indian cricket team to win the ICC T20 World Cup 2024, beating South Africa in the finals on June 29, 2024. The captain ended India’s 11 years of ICC trophy drought. Fans were crazy when the Indian team did a bus parade at the Marine Drive.

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Virat Kohli, Rohit Sharma and co. thank fans after historic victory parade in Mumbai

After an incredible voyage back to their homeland, the Indian cricket team celebrated their historic triumph in the ICC World Cup 2024 final with a lavish party in Mumbai. Legendary players Virat Kohli, Rohit Sharma, and other members of the Indian cricket team thanked the fans profusely for their steadfast support on this wonderful occasion. Mumbai's lively streets came to a complete stop as the team's triumphant procession moved from the Trident Hotel to the legendary Wankhede Stadium, bringing back fond memories of major victories of the T20 World Cup. There were blue jersey-wearing, tricolor-waving fans lining the streets, beaming with enthusiasm and pride.


This historic occasion not only signalled India's triumphant comeback to cricket dominance, but also represented the nation's millions of cricket enthusiasts' unwavering love and devotion for the game. The players' and fans' exuberance and solidarity as they made their way to the ancient stadium produced an image of joy and harmony, highlighting the close bond that exists between the squad and its passionate followers. Cheers and shouts reverberated across the city, conveying the happiness and exultation of a country coming together to commemorate a historic moment in cricket history.

Speaking of cricket, India will now field a youthful team in the Twenty20 Internationals, with the Indian cricket team against Zimbabwe. Shubman Gill will be the captain of Team India throughout this series.

 

Updated 13:45 IST, July 5th 2024

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