The R Premadasa Stadium witnessed fireworks as India clinched a resounding 61-run win against Pakistan in the T20 World Cup 2026, propelling them to Super-8. Cheers poured in from chief ministers and MPs alike.
On X, Uttarakhand’s Pushkar Singh Dhami exulted, ‘Victory is India’s destiny!’ He commended the flawless execution against Pakistan, congratulating all and urging sustained success.
Delhi CM Rekha Gupta tied the win to Maha Shivratri blessings, vowing eternal edge over rivals. Pravesh Verma’s post saluted the flag’s hoist, Bansuri Swaraj capturing the zeitgeist: not just a win, but a patriotic fiesta.
Ishan Kishan’s match-winning 77 (40b) lit up India’s 175/7 innings, with Suryakumar Yadav’s 25 aiding. Pakistan’s chase imploded at 114 – Usman Khan’s 44 the highlight, Shaheen Afridi 23*. POTM Kishan anticipates skyrocketing team spirit.
From political podiums to streets, euphoria reigns. This statement victory underscores India’s T20 supremacy, with leaders fueling the nationalistic fervor for upcoming battles.