Rahul Gandhi congratulates Team India, highlights Surya's brilliant catch, Rohit's leadership, and Rahul's guidance

Leader of Opposition Rahul Gandhi today congratulated team India for winning the T20 world cup final against South Africa in Barbados. Taking to X soon after India defeated South Africa in a nail-biter on Saturday night, Congress leader Rahul Gandhi said it gave a phenomenal performance throughout the tournament.

"Surya, what a brilliant catch! Rohit, this win is a testament to your leadership. Rahul, I know team India will miss your guidance. The spectacular Men in Blue have made our country proud," Gandhi said on X referring to coach Rahul Dravid, captain Rohit Sharma and cricketer Surya Kumar Yadav.



Rahul Gandhi also congratulated Virat Kohli on his outstanding T20 career. "You truly are signing off in grand style!" Rahul said. Virat Kohli announced his retirement from T20 international today after the world cup final.



Among other Congress leaders, President Mallikarjun Kharge congratulated the Men in Blue for their impressive talent and dedication, singling out Virat Kohli, Axar Patel, and Arshdeep Singh for their standout performances. He expressed pride in every Indian for this remarkable victory, promising continued support and cheers for future matches.

Prime Minister Modi also expressed that the cricketers have captured the hearts of millions of Indians. On X, he exclaimed, "CHAMPIONS! Our team brings the T20 World Cup home in STYLE! We are proud of the Indian Cricket Team." Describing the thrilling match where India resisted a determined South African team as historic, Modi stated that over 140 crore Indians are proud of the team's performance, both on the field and in touching the hearts of people across villages and streets.

Highlighting India's unbeaten streak in the tournament with numerous countries participating, Modi congratulated Team India for their T20 World Cup victory. He commended their resilience, outstanding skills, and extraordinary triumph in the final match.

Union Minister Amit Shah hailed it as a glorious moment for the nation, praising the players' stellar performance, unmatched team spirit, and sportsmanship throughout the tournament. On X, he remarked, "The nation swells with pride at their historic achievement."