Team India’s emphatic 61-run victory over arch-rivals Pakistan in the T20 World Cup 2026 has sparked a nationwide celebration. The match, played at R Premadasa Stadium in Colombo, saw the blue brigade secure their Super-8 berth with flair, drawing effusive praise from political heavyweights.
Pushkar Singh Dhami, CM of Uttarakhand, posted on X: ‘India wins everywhere!’ He praised the disciplined, confident performance that left Pakistan in tatters. ‘Congratulations to the team on this historic win. Wishing continued success!’
Rekha Gupta, Delhi’s CM, linked the triumph to Maha Shivratri, saying our powerhouse team always beats Pakistan. Delhi’s Pravesh Verma celebrated the tricolor rising high after the strike. BJP MP Bansuri Swaraj called it a pride-lifting moment, a celebration of emotions beyond mere victory.
Ishan Kishan’s blistering 77 off 40 balls, laced with boundaries galore, anchored India’s 175/7. Suryakumar Yadav added 25. Chasing, Pakistan folded for 114, despite Usman Khan’s 44. Kishan grabbed Player of the Match honors, confident this boosts morale.
Leaders’ reactions underscore the match’s significance, blending sport with national fervor. As India advances, the momentum is firmly with Rohit Sharma’s squad, promising more thrilling encounters.