IND Vs NZ, ICC T20 World Cup 2026 Final: Gautam Gambhir, Suryakumar Yadav & Jay Shah Visit Hanuman Temple After Team India's Historic Triumph; Video

In a moment that blended sporting glory with spiritual gratitude, India’s head coach Gautam Gambhir, captain Suryakumar Yadav, and ICC Chairman Jay Shah offered prayers at a Hanuman Temple in Ahmedabad after India clinched the ICC Men's T20 World Cup title.

The trio visited the temple shortly after India secured a dominant victory over the New Zealand national cricket team in the final on Sunday. The win was particularly special as it marked India’s second consecutive T20 World Cup triumph, underlining the team’s growing dominance in the shortest format of the game.

India delivered a commanding performance in the summit clash, posting a massive total before producing a disciplined bowling display to seal a 96-run victory. The emphatic result sparked jubilant celebrations across the stadium as players, staff, and supporters soaked in the historic moment.

Scary Scenes! Firecrackers Injure Police Constable As Chaos Erupts During Team India's T20 World Cup Celebrations In Madhya Pradesh; Video

Celebrations following the victory of the India national cricket team over the New Zealand national cricket team turned chaotic in Madhya Pradesh after a police constable was injured during late-night festivities.

The incident occurred near Sayaji Gate, where large crowds had gathered to celebrate India’s victory. Supporters were bursting firecrackers, waving flags and chanting slogans as the team’s win sparked nationwide celebrations.

During the festivities, a police constable on duty was reportedly injured when a firecracker burst close to him. The sudden blast caused panic among people nearby and prompted authorities to quickly intervene to prevent the situation from escalating.

Police officials carried out a mild baton charge to disperse the gathering and restore order in the area. The action helped authorities gradually clear the crowd and bring the situation under control.

India’s victory had triggered jubilant scenes across several cities, with fans taking to the streets to celebrate the team’s success. However, authorities in many places remained on alert to ensure that celebrations did not lead to injuries or law-and-order problems.