India clinched a dramatic seven-run victory over South Africa in the Twenty20 World Cup final at Kensington Oval in Bridgetown on June 29. Choosing to bat first on a dry surface, the 2007 champions faced early challenges with their top order but managed to set a competitive target of 176-7. Virat Kohli played a pivotal role, scoring his first half-century of the tournament with 76 runs, showcasing his skill and resilience.
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Axar Patel provided vital support, smashing 47 runs to help boost India’s total. On the bowling side for South Africa, Anrich Nortje and Keshav Maharaj were effective, each claiming two wickets and putting pressure on the Indian batsmen. Despite their efforts, India’s balanced performance with both bat and ball secured them the thrilling win, highlighting their strength and determination in the tournament.