Prime Minister Narendra Modi who was present at the Motera Stadium to witness the last few overs of the India versus Australia World Cup cricket final on Sunday said the country stands with India team today and always. Australia defeated India by six wickets and made it the 6th ODI World Cup title for the country.
Rahul Gandhi said India will win the next World Cup; Union minister Smriti Irani said India team won hearts.
PM Modi Congratulated Australian Team
PM Modi gave congratulations to the Australian team”Congratulations to Australia on a magnificent World Cup victory! Theirs was a commendable performance through the tournament, culminating in a splendid triumph. Compliments to Travis Head for his remarkable game today,” PM Modi wrote.
Modi’s Message To Team India
His heartfelt message from Team India said: “Dear Team India, your talent and determination through the World Cup was noteworthy. You’ve played with great spirit and brought immense pride to the nation. We stand with you today and always.”
PM Modi reached the stadium in the last hour of the match and sat with Union Home Minister Amit Shah, Gujarat Governor Acharya Devvrat, and Chief Minister Bhupendra Patel. Australian deputy PM Richard Marles also watched the match.
Smriti Irani’s Message for India
Despite heartbreak in the finals, India team’s journey in World Cup 2023 was extraordinary, Union minister Smriti Irani wrote in her message. “Their perseverance, resilience, and teamwork made every match a thrilling spectacle. You’ve won our hearts, champs!” the minister wrote.
Praising Virat Kohli for becoming the player of the tournament, Anurag Thakur said Kohli truly deserves every accolade as his consistency in the World Cup 2023 has been matchless.