NEW DELHI: In a warm gesture, Prime Minister Narendra Modi congratulated the Indian cricket team on Sunday for their remarkable victory against the Netherlands in a World Cup match. He expressed his joy at the team's outstanding performance, particularly highlighting KL Rahul's century and Shreyas Iyer's brilliant knock of 128.
Modi also extended his best wishes to the players as they prepare for the high-stakes semi-final clash against New Zealand on Wednesday.
The Indian team's commanding win over the Netherlands, securing its ninth consecutive victory in the World Cup, added to the festive spirit of Diwali. KL Rahul's century and Shreyas Iyer's stellar innings propelled India to a comprehensive 160-run triumph, helping the team finish the league engagements with 18 points.
"Diwali becomes even more special thanks to our cricket team! Congratulations to Team India on their fantastic victory against the Netherlands! Such an impressive display of skill and teamwork," Modi shared on X.
Expressing his enthusiasm for the upcoming semifinals, Modi added, "Best wishes for the Semis! India is elated." The Prime Minister's encouragement adds to the collective spirit and support for the Indian cricket team as they gear up for a crucial showdown against New Zealand.
1/10:World Cup: Iyer, Rahul tons help India thrash Netherlands
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2/10:India's dominant win
Centuries from Shreyas Iyer and KL Rahul lead India to a 160-run victory over the Netherlands.AFP
3/10:Perfect record for India
Team India completes the group stage with a perfect record of nine wins in nine games.PTI
4/10:Centuries from Iyer and Rahul
Shreyas Iyer (128*) and KL Rahul (102) both score centuries in the match against the Netherlands.PTI
5/10:India's semi-final opponent
India will face New Zealand in the first semi-final of the World Cup on Wednesday.PTI
6/10:Second semi-final matchup
Australia will play against South Africa in the second semi-final of the World Cup on Thursday.Getty Images
7/10:Iyer's first World Cup century
Shreyas Iyer scored his first century in a World Cup match - 128 not out off 94 balls.AFP
8/10:Rahul's fastest Indian hundred
KL Rahul (102 off 64 balls) achieved the fastest century by an Indian in World Cup history.AFP
9/10:Kohli's half century
Virat Kohli (51) scored a half-century before being dismissed.ANI
10/10:Gill and Rohit's opening stand
Shubman Gill (51) and Rohit Sharma (61) provided a solid opening partnership of 100 runs.AFPAs the nation celebrates the festival of lights, the cricket team's success has added an extra layer of joy for the citizens.
(With inputs from PTI)
