NEW DELHI: BCCI secretary Jay Shah on Saturday praised India's title win in the T20 World Cup, stating that the team has “silenced their critics” with an outstanding performance. Shah also announced a substantial prize of Rs 125 crore for the World Cup-winning team led by Rohit Sharma .
“Under the exceptional leadership of Rohit Sharma, this team has shown remarkable resolve and resilience, becoming the first team in the history of the ICC T20 World Cup to win the tournament unbeaten,” said Shah in a statement.
"I am pleased to announce prize money of INR 125 Crores for Team India for winning the ICC Men’s T20 World Cup 2024. The team has showcased exceptional talent, determination, and sportsmanship throughout the tournament. Congratulations to all the players, coaches, and support staff for this outstanding achievement!," Shah said.
India clinched their second T20 World Cup title with a thrilling seven-run victory over South Africa in a tense final held in Barbados on Saturday.
The team's previous T20 World Cup triumph came in 2007 under the captaincy of the legendary Mahendra Singh Dhoni.
Shah termed India's title win as “inspirational.”
“They have faced and silenced their critics with stellar performances time and again. Their journey has been nothing short of inspirational, and today, they join the ranks of the greats,” he added.
“This team has made us all proud with their dedication, hard work, and unyielding spirit. Led by Rohit Sharma, and ably assisted by Virat Kohli , Jasprit Bumrah and others they have fulfilled the dreams and aspirations of 1.4 billion Indians,” he said.
“Under the exceptional leadership of Rohit Sharma, this team has shown remarkable resolve and resilience, becoming the first team in the history of the ICC T20 World Cup to win the tournament unbeaten,” said Shah in a statement.
"I am pleased to announce prize money of INR 125 Crores for Team India for winning the ICC Men’s T20 World Cup 2024. The team has showcased exceptional talent, determination, and sportsmanship throughout the tournament. Congratulations to all the players, coaches, and support staff for this outstanding achievement!," Shah said.
I am pleased to announce prize money of INR 125 Crores for Team India for winning the ICC Men’s T20 World Cup 2024. The team has showcased exceptional talent, determination, and sportsmanship throughout the tournament. Congratulations to all the players, coaches, and support… pic.twitter.com/KINRLSexsD
— Jay Shah (@JayShah) June 30, 2024
India clinched their second T20 World Cup title with a thrilling seven-run victory over South Africa in a tense final held in Barbados on Saturday.
The team's previous T20 World Cup triumph came in 2007 under the captaincy of the legendary Mahendra Singh Dhoni.
Shah termed India's title win as “inspirational.”
“They have faced and silenced their critics with stellar performances time and again. Their journey has been nothing short of inspirational, and today, they join the ranks of the greats,” he added.
“This team has made us all proud with their dedication, hard work, and unyielding spirit. Led by Rohit Sharma, and ably assisted by Virat Kohli , Jasprit Bumrah and others they have fulfilled the dreams and aspirations of 1.4 billion Indians,” he said.
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