Reliving the Triumph: 14 Years Since India’s 2011 World Cup Glory
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Synopsis
On April 2, 2011, India won the ODI World Cup at Wankhede Stadium, marking a historic moment in cricket. Fourteen years later, the 2011 squad reflects on this iconic victory, celebrating their hard work and dedication while honoring the legendary Sachin Tendulkar.
Key Takeaways
- 2011 ICC World Cup victory by India.
- Memorable contributions from players like Sachin Tendulkar and Yuvraj Singh.
- Significance of teamwork in achieving success.
- Celebration of Indian cricket's glory.
- Emotional reflections on the anniversary.
New Delhi, April 2 (NationPress) On April 2, 2011, a monumental moment unfolded in Indian cricket history as the nation secured the ODI World Cup title for the second time, 28 years after its first victory, at the Wankhede Stadium.
Fourteen years later, on the anniversary of this legendary win, members of the victorious 2011 World Cup team fondly reminisced about that unforgettable evening in Mumbai, taking to social media to mark the occasion.
“ON THIS DAY in 2011, India created history by clinching the ICC Cricket World Cup! I still get goosebumps recalling that iconic moment when @msdhoni hit that six! But it wasn't just about one individual, it was a collective effort! A huge shoutout to the entire team's hard work, dedication & perseverance! @GautamGambhir's 97, @sachin_rt's invaluable contributions throughout, @YUVSTRONG12's all-round brilliance, @harbhajan_singh's crucial wickets, @ImZaheer's exceptional bowling & the complete support staff! @BCCI We all made India proud! #IndiaWinsWorldCup #2011WorldCup #Cricket #TeamIndia,” shared Suresh Raina on X.
“14 years ago #OnThisDay in 2011, we achieved the 50-over World Cup after a 28-year wait. It has been 42 years and 2 World Cups now. This highlights how challenging it is and how significant that day was for us in making our dreams come true. A day I shall never forget. Looking forward to winning the next one in 2 years,” remarked Virender Sehwag.
Sri Lanka, aiming for their second World Cup title, capitalized on their batting first opportunity and set India a daunting target of 275 runs. Mahela Jayawardene dazzled with a spectacular century, scoring an unbeaten 103 off just 88 balls, hitting 13 fours.
During the chase, fans were left devastated when Lasith Malinga dismissed Sachin Tendulkar, leaving India in a tough spot at 31/2 in the sixth over. However, Gautam Gambhir's heroic innings (97) paired with a stellar captain's knock from Dhoni (91*) revived India's hopes and led the Men in Blue to lift the World Cup after 28 long years.
The celebrations that evening stretched into the early hours, with the tri-colour flying high, marking a moment for every Indian to treasure. There’s no doubt that April 2, 2011, stands as one of the most significant days in Indian cricket history.
The 2011 ICC World Cup final was notable not only for the victory but also for witnessing perhaps the greatest player to wear the Indian jersey, Tendulkar, represent the country in an ICC tournament for the final time.
Player of the Tournament, Yuvraj Singh, also took to social media, emphasizing that the victory was a well-deserved farewell for a legend.
"April 2, 2011 — the night we achieved it for a billion people… and for one man who carried Indian cricket on his shoulders for over twenty years. That World Cup wasn’t merely a win; it was a tribute to a legend. We grew up admiring @sachin_rt. That night, we played to give him the moment he deserved. Fourteen years later, the memory of India’s triumph still sends shivers down my spine. A night we will forever cherish. @BCCI #throwback #WC2011," Yuvraj posted on X.
