MS Dhoni Celebrates Team India's Historic T20 World Cup Victory

MS Dhoni has expressed his admiration for Team India's remarkable achievement in the T20 World Cup, where they secured their third title. He humorously praised head coach Gautam Gambhir and recognized Jasprit Bumrah's outstanding performance. The final match saw India dominate New Zealand, achieving a record total and showcasing exceptional bowling. This victory marks a significant milestone in Indian cricket history, making it a must-read for fans and followers of the sport.

By Narendra Chaudhary Mar 9, 2026, 02:37 IST

MS Dhoni Praises Team India's 'Killer Combo'

In the wake of India's triumph in the T20 World Cup, cricketing icon MS Dhoni, who clinched the first edition in 2007, expressed his admiration for the team. He humorously complimented head coach Gautam Gambhir, stating that the combination of 'intensity with a smile' is a formidable one.

India made history in Ahmedabad by becoming the first team to win three T20 World Cup titles, successfully defending their title and securing the championship on home soil with a 96-run victory over New Zealand. Dhoni also recognized Jasprit Bumrah, the final's 'Player of the Match', calling him a 'Champion bowler'.

On Instagram, Dhoni shared, 'History is made in Ahmedabad. Congratulations to the team, support staff, and all fans of the Indian Cricket Team worldwide. It’s a joy to watch you all play. Coach Sahab's smile suits you well; intensity with a smile is a killer combo. Great job, enjoy! (It's better if I don't say anything about BUMRAH. CHAMPION BOWLER).' View this post on Instagram A post shared by M S Dhoni (@mahi7781)

Highlights from the India vs New Zealand T20 World Cup Final

In the final match, New Zealand won the toss and opted to field first. However, a remarkable return to form by Abhishek Sharma, who scored 52 runs off just 21 balls, along with six fours and three sixes, set the tone for India. His partnership with Samson, which yielded 98 runs, made New Zealand regret their decision.

Samson later formed a century partnership with Ishan Kishan, who contributed 54 runs off 25 balls, including four boundaries and four sixes, helping India surpass the 200-run mark by the 16th over. Following a brief slowdown, Shivam Dube added valuable runs, finishing with 26 not out off eight balls, leading India to a total of 255/5, the highest score in T20 World Cup finals. James Neesham was the standout bowler for New Zealand, taking 3 wickets for 46 runs.

In response, New Zealand's chase of 256 runs faltered as Axar Patel and Jasprit Bumrah dismantled their batting lineup, reducing them to 72/5. Tim Seifert managed to score a half-century (52 runs off 26 balls, with two fours and five sixes), but despite a brief partnership between Daryl Mitchell and captain Mitchell Santner, who scored 43 runs off 35 balls, New Zealand was ultimately bowled out for just 159 runs.