Raipur
Win Projections to be updated soon
“For me personally, this win holds a special place in my heart, given the past six months. I have chosen to remain silent despite facing some unfair situations. I firmly believe that with consistent hard work, I will be able to shine and perform as I always have. This win encapsulates everything. It was a dream come true. The opportunity to achieve this victory makes it even more extraordinary.
“We always had faith in our abilities to clinch the victory. It was about successfully executing our game plans, staying composed, and putting the pressure on our opponents. I must give credit to Jassi [Jasprit Bumrah] and the rest of the bowlers who delivered in the final few overs. That turned the game around. I felt that it was our time to triumph [laughs]. I knew that staying calm was crucial for me personally. It was about sticking to my plans and giving a hundred percent with every ball I bowled. I have been in similar situations before, although I hadn’t come out victorious, but I have always thrived in pressure situations. It has been an incredible experience.
“I am elated for Rahul Dravid. He is a fantastic individual, and I have thoroughly enjoyed working with him. Giving him a farewell like this, as the culmination of his coaching career, is truly special. The entire support staff has played a vital role in the past three to four years.”
“Rohit Sharma has been an exceptional leader for India in this World Cup. Rahul bhai provided unwavering support and advised me to enjoy the game without succumbing to pressure, just giving my best on the field. Initially set to bat lower down the order, the early wickets prompted Rahul bhai to ask me to pad up. I didn’t let thoughts about my batting overwhelm me, and that approach worked in my favor.”
