Rohit Sharma Reflects on 2007 T20 World Cup Triumph
Rohit Sharma Remembers His Early Days in T20 World Cup
Rohit Sharma, the captain of India's victorious 2024 T20 World Cup team, reminisced about his memorable experience in the 2007 T20 World Cup when he was just 20 years old. He shared that winning the trophy instilled confidence in the team to continue their winning streak. Rohit's contributions were significant during the tournament, where he scored a total of 88 runs across three matches, including a crucial 50* against South Africa and a quick-fire 30 runs off 16 balls in the final against Pakistan.
The Thrilling Final Against Pakistan
In a conversation on JioHotstar, Rohit reflected on his first year with the team during the 2007 T20 World Cup. He noted that after clinching the trophy, the team felt they could maintain their winning momentum. India secured their first ICC T20 World Cup by defeating Pakistan by five runs in a thrilling final held in Johannesburg. Both teams had performed exceptionally well throughout the tournament, finishing at the top of their respective groups. India reached the final by overcoming a strong Australian side by 15 runs in the semifinals, while Pakistan triumphed over New Zealand by six wickets.
Sanjay Manjrekar Praises MS Dhoni's Leadership
Former Indian cricketer Sanjay Manjrekar praised MS Dhoni, highlighting his impact during India's golden era. He emphasized that Dhoni exhibited superior patience compared to opposing captains. Dhoni's captaincy is unparalleled, as he is the only captain to have won all three major ICC white-ball trophies: the 2007 T20 World Cup, the 2011 ODI World Cup, and the 2013 Champions Trophy. His achievements were marked by calm leadership and decisive decisions, earning him the nickname 'Captain Cool' and a place in the ICC Hall of Fame.
Dhoni's Remarkable Contributions
During the 2007 T20 World Cup, Dhoni was the second-highest run-scorer for India and was named Player of the Match in the 2011 ODI World Cup final. Manjrekar remarked, "Dhoni's greatness lay in his ability to maintain composure better than the opposing captain on the big stage."