In a spectacular display of cricket and celebrity presence, the ICC T20 World Cup final saw India square off against New Zealand at the Narendra Modi Stadium in Ahmedabad. The stands were filled with enthusiastic fans, including a host of well-known celebrities who came to support Team India.
Celebrities at the T20 World Cup Final
Notable personalities such as Aparshakti Khurana, Karan Kundrra, and Tejasswi Prakash were among the stars enjoying the match. Khurana donned the Indian jersey and was even featured briefly on live television. His brother, actor Ayushmann Khurrana, shared a screenshot of the moment on X with a playful caption.
The event was prominent for attracting former World Cup-winning captains, including Kapil Dev, Mahendra Singh Dhoni, and Rohit Sharma. Actress Preity Zinta and Union Home Minister Amit Shah were also spotted in the crowd, contributing to the lively atmosphere at the world’s largest cricket stadium.
Record-Breaking Performance by India
On the field, India delivered a phenomenal batting performance, achieving a record total of 255/6. This score marked the highest ever recorded in a T20 World Cup final. Key contributions came from Sanju Samson and Ishan Kishan, both securing half-centuries, with Shivam Dube adding an explosive 26 runs off just 8 balls.
India’s Explosive Start
- Opening pair: Sanju Samson and Abhishek Sharma rapidly scored 92 runs in the powerplay.
- Abhishek Sharma reached the fastest half-century of the tournament in only 18 balls.
- The duo set a record with the first 50-run partnership in a T20 World Cup final.
Middle Overs and Late Drama
Even after losing a wicket, India sustained their aggressive batting style. Samson and Kishan added an impressive 93 runs in just 41 balls. Samson’s remarkable consistency continued with his third consecutive half-century in the tournament, making him the third player to achieve this milestone across the semi-final and final matches of a T20 World Cup.
However, New Zealand’s James Neesham managed to create a brief comeback by taking three crucial wickets in the 16th over, reducing India from 203/2 to 204/4. Despite these setbacks, India managed to finish at an impressive total of 255, establishing a daunting target for New Zealand in the title clash.
