Kamal Haasan, Salman Khan, Ranveer Singh, Mammootty, Allu Arjun, Kajol, and more celebs praised Team India after its monumental win at the T20 World Cup. India defeated South Africa in the last over by 7 runs, ending the country's 11-year-long drought for the ICC crown. While citizens celebrated the win with hoots and cheers, celebs shared their excitement on social media.
India lifted the coveted ICC trophy last night, making the country proud. Anushka Sharma was one of the first ones to post and cheer for her husband, Virat Kohli, on social media. Sharing a photo of Virat lifting the ICC trophy, she wrote, "AND I love this man @virat.kohli . So grateful to call you my home - now go have a glass of sparkling water for me to celebrate this! (sic)."
Kamal Haasan wrote, "The wait is over! A victory for the ages! When the going got tough, the Men in Blue showed what they are made of! King Kohli’s anchoring innings, every ball delivered from the magical hands of Jasprit Bumrah, Surya Kumar’s catch that will go down as cricketing legend! and Hitman Rohit Sharma’s Captaincy! Last but not least, spare a thought for the silent force who guided us to this historic victory. The one and only - the Wall - our coach par excellence - Rahul Dravid. Who are we - Champions! Who are we - Undefeated! Who are we - India! A Proud Indian (sic)."
Salman Khan congratulated Team India on X
"Tears of joy tears of everything!!!! Congratulations team INDIA!!!!!!! (sic)," said Alia Bhatt.
Ranveer Singh shared an array of Instagram stories, expressing his ecstasy over India's victory.
Allu Arjun
shared, "Congratulations to the Indian Cricket team on winning the T20 World Cup (sic)."
"What a Match Soaring high with pride. Congratulations Team India! (sic)", wrote JR NTR.
Mohanlal posted, "And that ends India's 11-year wait for an ICC trophy! Team India brings home glory from Barbados, thanks to incredible teamwork, a crucial partnership between Virat Kohli and Axar Patel, and a devastating spell from Jasprit Bumrah, serving up a gripping game that kept us on the edge of our seats until the very last ball! Couldn't be prouder of this team! (sic)."
Bravo Virat Kohli! Take a bow Bumrah, Hardik, Axar, Arshdeep and the triumphant captain Rohit Sharma and the entire team for the superb performances !!! And that out of the world catch by Surya kumar yadav is just WOW!! Chiranjeevi shared.
India - The World Champions Again. Congrats to the whole team, Mammootty wrote
Ananya Panday shared multiple red heart emojis.
Kajol said she was 'screaming' after India's victory. "I’m still screaming and can’t get the smile off my face So so happy and so so proud!
So many heroes who performed at this match truly a team effort! (sic)", wrote the 'Lust Stories 2' actor.
'Chandu Champion' star Kartik Aaryan shared congratulation message.
It's ours!! The Heroes-in-Blue are the new 'World Champions'! Take a bow #TeamIndia for your relentless efforts on the field today!
@surya_14kumar
, your catch will be etched in history… what a stunner Super proud of this historic win. Jai Hind! Mahesh Babu posted on X