Prime Minister Narendra Modi congratulated Team India after its dominant victory in the ICC Men’s T20 World Cup final, calling it a “remarkable triumph” that filled the nation with pride and joy. India defeated New Zealand in the title clash to lift the trophy, sparking celebrations across the country. The win marked another historic moment for Indian cricket and highlighted the team’s strong performances throughout the tournament.
PM Modi applauds Team India
In a message shared on the social media platform X, Prime Minister Modi praised the Indian team for their exceptional performance and determination. He wrote, "This remarkable triumph reflects exceptional skills, determination and teamwork. They have shown outstanding grit through the tournament. This victory has filled every Indian heart with pride and joy."
Champions!
— Narendra Modi (@narendramodi) March 8, 2026
Congratulations to the Indian team on winning the ICC Men’s T20 World Cup!
This remarkable triumph reflects exceptional skills, determination and teamwork. They have shown outstanding grit through the tournament.
This victory has filled every Indian heart with…
Modi added that the triumph had brought immense happiness to millions of Indians and united fans across the country in celebration. He congratulated the players, coaching staff, and support personnel for their collective effort in achieving the milestone.
India dominates the final
India delivered a commanding display in the final against New Zealand. Batting first, the Men in Blue posted a massive total, with key contributions from the top and middle order.
The bowlers then ensured that New Zealand never gained momentum in the chase. Regular wickets and tight bowling restricted the opposition, who eventually fell well short of the target. The all-round performance underlined India’s dominance and control in the high-stakes final.
Celebrations across the country
Following the victory, congratulatory messages poured in from political leaders, athletes, and fans. Celebrations were reported in several cities as supporters hailed the team’s achievement.
The triumph adds another major ICC trophy to India’s cabinet and reinforces the country’s rich cricketing legacy. The victory is expected to inspire young cricketers and remain a proud moment in India’s sporting history.