T20 World Cup victory lights up Patna, ignites joy | Patna News – Times of India
PATNA: The city was immersed in the evening “arghya” of Chhath on November 19 last year when Travis Head, the Australian opener, dealt a crushing blow to the Indian fans by scoring a match-winning century in the ICC ODI World Cup final at Narendra Modi Stadium in Ahmedabad. The atmosphere was filled with despair as the men in blue came tantalizingly close to victory, only to fall short at the final hurdle.
But the Indian team refused to let the disappointment linger, staging a remarkable comeback in the ICC T20 World Cup final against South Africa in the Caribbean on Saturday night.The match was a heart-stopping affair, with the people of Patna and fans across the country riding a wave of emotions throughout the game.
Despite the late hour, there was no early celebration in Patna. The city remained quiet, with no sound of crackers, even when Suryakumar Yadav took an unbelievable catch on the boundary line to dismiss the dangerous-looking David Miller in the first ball of Hardik Pandya’s last over. The tension was palpable, and everyone held their breath, waiting for the final outcome.
It was only when Anrich Nortje flogged Pandya’s last ball of the over in the air to deep midwicket and took just a single that celebrations erupted across the city. India had won the match by seven runs, and the people of Patna could not contain their joy.
Hundreds of people thronged Dak Bungalow roundabout, the heart of the city, and broke into celebrations. The sound of firecrackers filled the air, and the sky was lit up with colourful lights. Young girls also joined in the celebrations, dancing and singing with joy. People of all ages were seen on the streets, united in their love for cricket and their pride in the Indian team. The atmosphere was electric, with fans chanting the names of their favourite players and waving the Indian flag.
Ritwik Srivasatava, a cricket fan, expressed his joy at the team’s victory. “I am overjoyed,” Srivastava said, his face beaming with happiness. “The team played exceptionally well, and they deserved to win. It was a nail-biting finish, but they held their nerves and emerged victorious,” he added.
The celebrations continued late into the night. The city was painted in the colours of the Indian flag, and the air was filled with a sense of pride and unity.
“This victory is a fitting reply to the earlier disappointment and a testament to the team’s resilience and determination,” said Kajal Prakash, a collegian who was celebrating the sweet victory with other members of her family at Dak Bungalow crossing.
As the night wore on, the celebrations showed no signs of abating. People continued to dance and sing, their faces lit up with joy and pride. The victory was a moment of unity and celebration, a reminder of the power of sports to bring people together.
“For the Indian cricket team, the victory was a validation of their hard work and dedication. They had proven that they were among the best in the world, and that they had the talent and determination to overcome any obstacle in their path,” said Sujoy Jha, a banker.
As the people of Patna finally retired to their homes, their hearts full of joy and their faces beaming with pride, they knew that this was a moment that they would cherish forever. The Indian cricket team had once again brought glory to the nation, and the people of Patna had been a part of that glorious journey.
But the Indian team refused to let the disappointment linger, staging a remarkable comeback in the ICC T20 World Cup final against South Africa in the Caribbean on Saturday night.The match was a heart-stopping affair, with the people of Patna and fans across the country riding a wave of emotions throughout the game.
Despite the late hour, there was no early celebration in Patna. The city remained quiet, with no sound of crackers, even when Suryakumar Yadav took an unbelievable catch on the boundary line to dismiss the dangerous-looking David Miller in the first ball of Hardik Pandya’s last over. The tension was palpable, and everyone held their breath, waiting for the final outcome.
It was only when Anrich Nortje flogged Pandya’s last ball of the over in the air to deep midwicket and took just a single that celebrations erupted across the city. India had won the match by seven runs, and the people of Patna could not contain their joy.
Hundreds of people thronged Dak Bungalow roundabout, the heart of the city, and broke into celebrations. The sound of firecrackers filled the air, and the sky was lit up with colourful lights. Young girls also joined in the celebrations, dancing and singing with joy. People of all ages were seen on the streets, united in their love for cricket and their pride in the Indian team. The atmosphere was electric, with fans chanting the names of their favourite players and waving the Indian flag.
Ritwik Srivasatava, a cricket fan, expressed his joy at the team’s victory. “I am overjoyed,” Srivastava said, his face beaming with happiness. “The team played exceptionally well, and they deserved to win. It was a nail-biting finish, but they held their nerves and emerged victorious,” he added.
The celebrations continued late into the night. The city was painted in the colours of the Indian flag, and the air was filled with a sense of pride and unity.
“This victory is a fitting reply to the earlier disappointment and a testament to the team’s resilience and determination,” said Kajal Prakash, a collegian who was celebrating the sweet victory with other members of her family at Dak Bungalow crossing.
As the night wore on, the celebrations showed no signs of abating. People continued to dance and sing, their faces lit up with joy and pride. The victory was a moment of unity and celebration, a reminder of the power of sports to bring people together.
“For the Indian cricket team, the victory was a validation of their hard work and dedication. They had proven that they were among the best in the world, and that they had the talent and determination to overcome any obstacle in their path,” said Sujoy Jha, a banker.
As the people of Patna finally retired to their homes, their hearts full of joy and their faces beaming with pride, they knew that this was a moment that they would cherish forever. The Indian cricket team had once again brought glory to the nation, and the people of Patna had been a part of that glorious journey.
