Sharma Reminisces on T20 World Cup Victory: 'Barbados Forever in My Veins'

Sharma Reflects on India's T20 World Cup Triumph: 'Barbados is in My Veins'

"It’s the pitch where everything happened! Barbados will forever be in my veins," Rohit Sharma exclaimed on JioHotstar’s special “Champions Waali Feeling Phir Se,” reminiscing about India’s victorious campaign at the ICC T20 World Cup 2024.

A year has passed since India ended their 17-year wait for a T20 World Cup title, securing the trophy after a tense final against South Africa at Kensington Oval. In a gripping contest that went down to the wire, India held their composure to clinch the championship and end years of near misses.

The victory wasn't just about the final match; it was the result of a dominant campaign where India remained undefeated, displaying resilience and character throughout the tournament.

One of the most memorable moments was the high-stakes clash between rivals India and Pakistan. "It wasn’t just a game,” Rohit recalled. “Two days before the match, we were locked in — tight security, fans everywhere, you could feel something special was coming. It felt like a festival had taken over.”

India narrowly defeated Pakistan by six runs in a thrilling, low-scoring affair. Jasprit Bumrah’s exceptional performance, taking 3 wickets for 14 runs, earned him the Player of the Match award.

Despite an early setback with the quick loss of key wickets, Rishabh Pant’s aggressive 42 off 31 balls stabilized the innings, helping India reach a total of 119. "On that pitch, his 42 was like scoring 70," Rohit commented. "We knew 140 was par, but with our bowlers, even 119 could work."

Rohit lauded Bumrah and Arshdeep Singh for their flawless execution of the game plan. “Bumrah is a weapon — he takes wickets and dries up runs. Arshdeep’s been brilliant too, and they were crucial in pushing the game in our favour.”

From the charged atmosphere of the India-Pakistan match to the nail-biting final in Barbados, Rohit’s reflection stands as a tribute to a team that created lasting memories for a nation.