Mumbai: Team India’s Crazy Victory Parade’s Highlights
Indian cricket team celebrates grand victory with a triumphant return home, greeted by enthusiastic fans and honored nationwide.
The Indian cricket team returned triumphantly to India after winning the ICC Men's T20 World Cup in Barbados. They arrived at Delhi's Indira Gandhi International Airport early morning aboard a special Air India flight and were greeted with enthusiasm.
The team, led by captains Rohit Sharma and Virat Kohli, was hosted at Delhi’s ITC Maurya hotel, where they were welcomed with grand posters, a three-tiered cake resembling the T20 World Cup trophy, and refreshments in the colors of the Indian flag. The atmosphere was festive with dhol players performing as players like Suryakumar Yadav and Hardik Pandya joined in the celebrations.
Prime Minister Narendra Modi congratulated and honored the team at the Prime Minister’s House later in the day. Following the meeting, the team flew to Mumbai for a scheduled roadshow but faced delays due to heavy rain. They finally reached Mumbai Airport to a water cannon salute and proceeded to Marine Drive, where thousands of enthusiastic fans had gathered despite the weather challenges.
The Maharashtra Cricket Association announced free entry for fans at Wankhede Stadium, where the team embarked on a victory parade from Trident Hotel, Nariman Point. Riding in an open rooftop bus adorned with images of their T20 victory, the players were cheered on by fans lining the streets.
The journey to Wankhede Stadium, usually a 15-minute ride, took over 1.5 hours due to the overwhelming turnout of supporters. At Wankhede, the players were warmly welcomed, especially stars like Rohit Sharma, Virat Kohli, Suryakumar Yadav, Jasprit Bumrah, and Hardik Pandya, who received extra applause.
The celebration included a victory lap around the ground with the T20 World Cup trophy, evoking pride and tears of joy among the players and fans alike. International celebrities and sports associations lauded the event, calling it unprecedented and unforgettable.
The celebration culminated with heartfelt cheers and gratitude from all corners, marking a historic moment in Indian sports history. ISH News extends hearty congratulations to the Indian cricket team for their stellar achievement and for bringing immense pride to the nation.
