In a nerve-wracking finale at Kensington Oval, India emerged victorious against South Africa, clinching their second ICC Men's T20 World Cup title after a gap of 17 years. View this post on Instagram A post shared by ICC (@icc) Despite early setbacks, including the quick dismissal of Rohit Sharma, India's middle order stabilised, ensuring a competitive total. View this post on Instagram A post shared by ICC (@icc) Chasing 177, South Africa's innings was anchored by Quinton de Kock's resilient 39 and Heinrich Klaasen's explosive 52 off 27 balls. However, India's bowlers, led by Jasprit Bumrah (2/18) and Arshdeep Singh (2/20), struck at critical moments, disrupting South Africa's momentum. View this post on Instagram A post shared by ICC (@icc) Chasing 177, South Africa's innings was anchored by Quinton de Kock's resilient 39 and Heinrich Klaasen's explosive 52 off 27 balls. However, India's bowlers, led by Jasprit Bumrah (2/18) and Arshdeep Singh (2/20), struck at critical moments, disrupting South Africa's momentum. Virat Kohli led from the front with the bat, earning the Player of the Match for his pivotal innings. View this post on Instagram A post shared by ICC (@icc) Meanwhile, Hardik Pandya's all-round performance, including crucial wickets in the final overs, also contributed to India's win. View this post on Instagram A post shared by ICC (@icc) India's victory marks the end of their trophy drought in ICC events since the 2013 Champions Trophy. View this post on Instagram A post shared by ICC (@icc) For South Africa, despite a valiant effort, it's another near miss in an ICC final, reflecting on their resilient yet ultimately unsuccessful campaign.
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