Watch: Fan climbs tree to get closer to Team India during victory parade in Mumbai

Mumbai literally turned into a sea of humanity on Thursday evening as the Maharashtra capital welcomed the 2024 ICC T20 World Champions. Fans turned up in huge numbers and danced to celebrate Team India's success as Rohit Sharma and other members of the squad took out a victory parade from Marine Drive on an open-top bus.

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Fan climbs tree

Throughout the parade, players were seen lifting the coveted trophy high in the air and appreciating the support of their fans. But one fan took matters to the next level and got a little too close for comfort.

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A fan climbed a tree to get a closer look at the World Champions. His actions did not go unnoticed as the videos showed both Virat Kohli and Rohit Sharma acknowledging the presence of the overenthusiastic fan. The video has now gone viral, and many on social media saluted the fan's dedication.

A fan climbed on trees to see the players closely. pic.twitter.com/uHAkaEno0F

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Celebrations in Wankhede Stadium

Team India's victory parade culminated at the Wankhede Stadium where the celebrations continued into the night. The event also featured the players taking a victory lap to the tune of the country's national song, 'Vande Mataram'.

At the stadium, they were felicitated with the prize money of Rs 125 crores by the Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) office-bearers.

Rohit Sharma thanks fans

India skipper Rohit Sharma said the World Cup belonged to every fan who stood by them.

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"This trophy is for the entire nation. Along with all the players who have represented the country, we want to dedicate it to our fans, who have waited for 11 years," Sharma said. He also hailed the Wankhede crowd for their outpouring of support.

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"Mumbai never disappoints. We got a solid reception. On behalf of the team, we would like to thank the fans. I am very, very happy and relieved," he said.

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