Team India won the 2011 World Cup by defeating Sri Lanka in the final.
The Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) took to their Twitter handle and recalled Team India’s 2011 World Cup triumph, which came a decade ago.
April 2, 2011, is a date, every Indian cherishes. The Indian cricket team clinched the World Cup title for the second time 10 years ago.
MS Dhoni-led Team India defeated Sri Lanka by 6 wickets at the iconic Wankhade Stadium in Mumbai. On account of Mahela Jayawardene’s unbeaten 103 from 88 balls, Sri Lanka posted a total of 274-6 in their quota of 50 overs.
In reply to Sri Lanka’s total of 274, Indian openers Sachin Tendulkar and Virender Sehwag fell early to Lasith Malinga and give Indians a mini heart-attack.
However, after that Gautam Gambhir (97) joined hands with Virat Kohli (35) and stitched a gritty 83-run stand to lay the foundation for India's chase. After Kohli’s dismissal skipper MS Dhoni (91*) joined Gautam Gambhir and the duo together notched a 109-run stand between them.
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With only 5 runs needed in the 49th over, Indian skipper MS Dhoni dispatched the ball over long-on for six and ended a 28-year-old wait to bring the World Cup home.
On the 10th anniversary of India’s 2011 World Cup triumph Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) took to their Twitter handle and posted a picture of Team India celebrating and recalled the historic moment.
“A decade later, still fresh in our minds. #OnThisDay in 2011, #TeamIndia created history by clinching their second ODI World Cup. What's your favourite 2011 World Cup Final moment ?” BCCI captioned the picture.
Addressing the same BCCI secretary Jay Shah also took to his Twitter handle and recalled the historic moment and posted the pictures of Indian players celebrating.
“It’s amazing how time flies. Can't believe 10 years have passed but what an iconic moment it was winning the World Cup after 28 years. Each and every player contributed In the making of #TeamIndia - @sachin_rt @GautamGambhir @msdhoni @YUVSTRONG12,” Jay Shah Tweeted.