ICC T20 World Cup 2024: India End 11-Year Title Drought in the USA

The 2024 ICC T20 World Cup was co-hosted by the USA and West Indies — the first time a T20 World Cup was held in North America. India defeated South Africa in the final at Kensington Oval, Barbados on June 29, 2024, ending an 11-year wait for an ICC title since their 2013 Champions Trophy win.

Cricket Arrives in America

The expanded 20-team format saw matches played at new cricket-specific venues in New York and Dallas. India's group match against Pakistan at the New York Nassau County International Cricket Stadium drew enormous global attention. India's victory over Pakistan by six runs in that high-pressure encounter set the tone for their campaign.

India's Path to the Final

India went unbeaten through the tournament. Rohit Sharma was aggressive at the top, while Virat Kohli provided the anchor role. Jasprit Bumrah was the standout bowler, particularly effective in the powerplay. Axar Patel and Hardik Pandya contributed vital wickets at key moments in the semi-finals and final.

The Final in Barbados

South Africa posted 176 for 7, with David Miller and Heinrich Klaasen providing late impetus. India's chase was tense — they needed 16 off the last over — but Virat Kohli (76) and Axar Patel (47 not out) held the innings together. India won by seven wickets, completing an unbeaten run through the entire tournament.