India confirmed a commanding victory over England, by 68 runs to book their place in the T20 World Cup 2024 final. Former cricketer Navjot Singh Sidhu has called on the Indian team to determine the World Cup trophy as a tribute to their outgoing head coach, Rahul Dravid. he is a legendary figure in Indian cricket, but will be stepping down as his contract is completed after this tournament.
England’s captain, Jos Buttler, won the toss and decided to field, a decision that soon proved costly. India’s captain, Rohit Sharma, led by example, navigating his team to 171/7. Sharma scored a vital half-century, a reliable contribution of 47 runs off 36 balls by skillfully Suryakumar Yadav, including four boundaries and two sixes. England’s Chris Jordan was the pick of the bowlers, taking three wickets.
Chasing the target, in front of India’s spinners the team England never looked comfortable. Kuldeep Yadav and Axar Patel were particularly effective, each taking three wickets, while Jasprit Bumrah claimed two crucial dismissals.
Navjot Singh Sidhu, speaking on Star Sports, emphasized the importance of winning the final for Dravid. “India should win the final of the T20 World Cup for Rahul Dravid. It would be the perfect gift for the outgoing coach. Dravid has unlocked the real potential of the players and built a match-winning team,” Sidhu stated.
As Men in Blue prepares for the final, the team will be motivated to deliver a memorable farewell gift to one of cricket’s most respected figures.
