The ICC T20 World Cup 2024 concluded with a spectacular finale in Barbados on June 29, where India emerged victorious against South Africa, clinching the title by seven runs. This win marked India’s second T20 World Cup title, joining the ranks of England and West Indies. Let’s dive into the major highlights and statistics of this thrilling tournament.
India: The Undefeated Champions
India’s journey through the tournament was nothing short of remarkable. They remained undefeated throughout, except for a washout against Canada, showcasing consistent performances and strong team spirit.
Group Stage Highlights
- Ireland: India started their campaign with an eight-wicket victory against Ireland, thanks to a disciplined bowling performance and solid batting by Rohit Sharma and Rishabh Pant.
- Pakistan: In a nail-biting contest, India edged past Pakistan by defending a low total of 119 runs, with Jasprit Bumrah and Hardik Pandya leading the bowling attack.
- USA: Arshdeep Singh’s four-wicket haul helped India secure a convincing seven-wicket win against co-hosts USA.
- Canada: The match was washed out, but India topped Group A with 7 points from four matches.
Super Eights Highlights
- Afghanistan: Suryakumar Yadav’s explosive 53 off 28 balls and a strong bowling performance led India to a 47-run victory.
- Bangladesh: India continued their dominance with a comprehensive 50-run win, powered by contributions from Rohit Sharma, Virat Kohli, and Hardik Pandya.
- Australia: Rohit Sharma’s fiery 92 off 41 balls and a disciplined bowling effort secured a 24-run win and a spot in the semi-finals.
Semi-Final and Final
- England: In the semi-final, India avenged their previous World Cup loss to England by bowling them out for 103 runs and winning by 68 runs.
- South Africa: In the final, India posted a total of 176 for 7, breaking the record for the highest total in a T20 World Cup final. They held their nerve to win by seven runs, with standout performances from Rohit Sharma and Jasprit Bumrah.
For a detailed look at each match and more insights into India’s path to victory, refer to the detailed coverage on the Road to the Final provided by ICC.
South Africa: The Runner-Ups
South Africa had a remarkable tournament, remaining unbeaten until the final. Their journey was marked by consistent performances from key players like Anrich Nortje and Aiden Markram.
South Africa’s Road to the Final
- Group Stages: South Africa topped their group with dominant performances against teams like New Zealand and Sri Lanka.
- Super Eights: They continued their winning streak, defeating England and the West Indies with comprehensive victories.
- Semi-Final: South Africa overcame a resilient Afghanistan side to secure their place in the final.
- Final: Despite a valiant effort, South Africa fell just short against India, losing by seven runs in a closely contested match.
Underdogs of the Tournament
Afghanistan
Afghanistan was one of the standout teams of the tournament, making it to the semi-finals for the first time in their history. Rahmanullah Gurbaz and Fazalhaq Farooqi were instrumental in their success, leading the run-scoring and wicket-taking charts, respectively.
USA
The USA team, co-hosting the tournament, also exceeded expectations. They secured wins against Canada and pushed several top teams, showcasing the growing talent in American cricket.
Key Performers and Statistics
Leading Run-Scorers
- Rahmanullah Gurbaz (Afghanistan): 281 runs, Strike Rate: 124.33
- Rohit Sharma (India): 257 runs, Strike Rate: 156.70
- Travis Head (Australia): 255 runs, Strike Rate: 158.38
- Quinton de Kock (South Africa): 243 runs, Strike Rate: 140.46
- Ibrahim Zadran (Afghanistan): 231 runs, Strike Rate: 107.44
Rahmanullah Gurbaz led the run-scoring charts, while India’s skipper Rohit Sharma was close behind, showcasing his batting prowess throughout the tournament.
Highest Individual Scores
- Nicholas Pooran (West Indies) vs Afghanistan: 98 (53)
- Aaron Jones (USA) vs Canada: 94* (40)
- Rohit Sharma (India) vs Australia: 92 (41)
- Phil Salt (England) vs West Indies: 87* (47)
- Jos Buttler (England) vs USA: 83 (38)
Nicholas Pooran’s 98 was the highest individual score in the tournament, followed by notable performances from Aaron Jones and Rohit Sharma.
Leading Wicket-Takers
- Fazalhaq Farooqi (Afghanistan): 17 wickets, Economy: 6.31
- Arshdeep Singh (India): 17 wickets, Economy: 7.16
- Jasprit Bumrah (India): 15 wickets, Economy: 4.17
- Anrich Nortje (South Africa): 15 wickets, Economy: 5.74
- Rashid Khan (Afghanistan): 14 wickets, Economy: 6.17
- Rishad Hossain (Bangladesh): 14 wickets, Economy: 7.76
Arshdeep Singh and Fazalhaq Farooqi topped the wicket-taking charts, each with 17 wickets. Jasprit Bumrah’s outstanding average and economy rate earned him the Player of the Tournament award.
Best Bowling Figures
- Fazalhaq Farooqi (Afghanistan) vs Uganda: 5/9
- Akeal Hosein (West Indies) vs Uganda: 5/11
- Anrich Nortje (South Africa) vs Sri Lanka: 4/7
- Tanzim Hasan Sakib (Bangladesh) vs Nepal: 4/7
- Arshdeep Singh (India) vs USA: 4/9
Fazalhaq Farooqi’s 5/9 against Uganda was the best bowling figure in the tournament, highlighting his exceptional performance.
Most Catches
- Aiden Markram (South Africa): 8 catches
- Glenn Maxwell (Australia): 7 catches
- Harry Brook (England): 7 catches
- Tristan Stubbs (South Africa): 7 catches
- Tanzim Hasan Sakib (Bangladesh): 6 catches
- Mohammad Nabi (Afghanistan): 6 catches
- Heinrich Klaasen (South Africa): 6 catches
Aiden Markram topped the list of most catches, showcasing his prowess in the field.
Notable Records
- Highest Total in Final: India’s 176 for 7 broke the previous record set by Australia in 2021.
- Oldest Captain to Win: Rohit Sharma, at 37 years and 60 days, became the oldest captain to win a T20 World Cup.
- Most Boundaries & Sixes: The 2024 edition saw 1,478 boundaries and 515 sixes, both records for the tournament.
- All-Maiden Over: Lockie Ferguson delivered all four of his overs as maidens against Papua New Guinea, a first in T20 World Cup history.
- Most Sixes in a Single Edition: Nicholas Pooran’s 17 sixes broke Chris Gayle’s record.
ICC T20 World Cup 2024 Team of the Tournament
The team of the tournament featured players from India, Afghanistan, Australia, and West Indies. India led the selections with six players, including captain Rohit Sharma and Player of the Tournament Jasprit Bumrah.
Team of the Tournament
- Rohit Sharma (captain) — India
- Rahmanullah Gurbaz (wicketkeeper) — Afghanistan
- Nicholas Pooran — West Indies
- Suryakumar Yadav — India
- Marcus Stoinis — Australia
- Hardik Pandya — India
- Axar Patel — India
- Rashid Khan — Afghanistan
- Jasprit Bumrah — India
- Arshdeep Singh — India
- Fazalhaq Farooqi — Afghanistan
- Anrich Nortje — South Africa (12th player)
For more detailed insights and statistics, check out the official ICC reports.India’s victory in the ICC T20 World Cup 2024 will be remembered for their resilience, stellar performances, and the legacy of their retiring legends, Rohit Sharma and Virat Kohli. This triumph not only added another feather to India’s cricketing cap but also set new benchmarks in the history of T20 cricket.
Conclusion
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