T20 World Cup: As Indian cricket ended its 11-year wait for an ICC title by winning the T20 World Cup Trophy against South Africa, the victory sparked celebrations across the country and inspired creative and heartfelt congratulatory messages from various political leaders, dignitaries and police forces.
Joining the celebration after the thrilling T20 World Cup victory, Delhi Police congratulated the Indian Cricket Team, noting the 16 years, 9 months, and 5 days wait for another T20 World Cup win. They also reminded everyone to be patient on the roads, emphasizing that good moments are worth the wait.
"We all waited 16 years 9 months 5 days (52,70,40,000 seconds) for India to win another #T20WorldCup. Let's be a little patient at traffic signals too. Good moments are worth the wait. What say? Hearty congratulations, #TeamIndia. #INDvsSA #INDvSA," the Delhi Police posted.
Mumbai Traffic Police joined in the celebration by sharing a photo of Rohit Sharma in a car with a number plate reading "IND 29 June 2024".
"The Dream Come True Number Plate! #UnStoppables #IndVsSA #WorldChampions," the Mumbai Traffic Police captioned the photo.
The Uttar Pradesh Police showcased their sense of humour with an X post that humorously likened the Indian bowlers' performance to a criminal act.
"Breaking News: Indian bowlers found guilty of breaking South African hearts. Sentence: Lifelong love from a billion fans! #INDvSAFinal #T20WorldCupFinal," the UP Police wrote.
This isn't new in the realm of social media. Delhi, UP, and Mumbai Police are known for their creative and unique road safety campaigns, and this time, they cleverly used the cricket fever to underscore their message.
India beat South Africa in T20 World Cup final thriller
On an emotion-filled day, India ended their 11-year wait for a global trophy, overcoming South Africa, who chocked at the business end of the match by seven runs to emerge champions in the T20 World Cup.
It was India's second T20 World Cup victory after they had won it in 2007 under the legendary MS Dhoni in South Africa, and first since winning the Champions Trophy in 2013.m Star batter Virat Kohli, who was an upcoming cricketer 17 years ago, made his first fifty of this tournament in the final -- a classy 76 off 59 balls with six fours and two sixes that carried India to a competitive 176 for seven.
Then the Indian bowlers, led by Arshdeep Singh (2/20) and Jasprit Bumrah (2/18), worked their magic as they did throughout this tournament, limiting South Africa to 169 for eight to propel India to their second T20 World Cup.
There were pockets of fight from the Proteas, who were playing in their maiden World Cup final. Heinrich Klaasen threatened India with a 52 off 27 balls (2x4, 5x6) but Hardik Pandya (3/20) snatched the crucial wicket to bring the game decisively in favour of India.
But a large chunk of the credit should go to Kohli for anchoring the innings and pushing India to a fighting total.
