PM Modi Supports Rohit & Indian team After World cup Loss
In a nail-biting showdown at the Narendra Modi Stadium in Ahmedabad, the hopes and dreams of a nation came crashing down as India succumbed to a formidable Australian side in the 2023 World Cup final. Despite entering the match as outright favorites, Virat Kohli's men faced a heart-wrenching defeat, losing the coveted trophy by six wickets.
The road to the final had been paved with glory for India, showcasing their dominance with convincing victories in every game leading up to the ultimate showdown. However, facing the five-time champions, Australia, who were riding high on an eight-match winning streak, proved to be their toughest challenge yet.
The Indian team's aspirations for a historic third World Cup victory and a first ICC trophy since 2013 were shattered by a clinical Australian performance. Glenn Maxwell's heroics with both bat and ball played a pivotal role in denying India their moment of glory. As Maxwell scored the winning runs, the Indian players trudged off the field with bowed heads, visibly dejected by the missed opportunity.
Watch: Rohit, Kohli inconsolable even as PM Modi tries to lift Team India's spirits in post-match dressing room pep talk https://t.co/somoiBv7KG
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PM Modi, who witnessed the heartbreaking defeat from the stands, didn't shy away from consoling the disheartened team. Presenting captain Pat Cummins with the trophy, Modi later visited the Indian dressing room to offer words of encouragement. “You all have won 10 games. This happens. Smile. The country is watching you. Thought of meeting you all. It happens,” Modi's reassuring words echoed in the dressing room, attempting to lift the spirits of a disappointed Indian squad.
The match unfolded with India posting a total of 240 runs, a score that seemed within reach for the Australian side. Despite a promising start in the defense, courtesy of Jasprit Bumrah and Mohammed Shami, Travis Head and Marnus Labuschagne's resilient 192-run partnership turned the tide in Australia's favor. Head's spectacular 137 off 120 balls and Labuschagne's unbeaten 58 off 110 sealed India's fate as Australia claimed victory by six wickets.
While India had been the undisputed favorite throughout the tournament, Australia's remarkable turnaround added an unexpected twist to the narrative. Starting with two early defeats, Australia defied the odds, securing victories in every subsequent match, culminating in a triumphant World Cup final.
The defining moment of the tournament came as Travis Head fell off the penultimate ball of the match, bowled by Mohammed Siraj. Glenn Maxwell, the protagonist of Australia's campaign, sealed the deal by calmly taking two runs off the first ball he faced, securing the World Cup for his team.
As the Indian players grappled with the disappointment of falling short in the final hurdle, the nation stood united in acknowledging their outstanding journey throughout the tournament. Despite the heartbreak, the team's remarkable performances have left an indelible mark, and as Prime Minister Modi aptly put it, “You all have won 10 games. This happens. Smile.” The dreams of a third World Cup title may have been shattered, but the resilience and spirit of Team India continue to resonate with fans across the country.
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