Axar Patel's heroics at crucial juncture ignite social media praise in T20 World Cup 2024 final
Amidst the faltering start, Virat Kohli and Axar Patel formed a resilient partnership, taking India to 75/3 at the 10-over mark. Earlier, Keshav Maharaj claimed crucial wickets of Rohit Sharma and Rishabh Pant, while Kagiso Rabada dismissed Suryakumar Yadav, leaving India struggling in the powerplay.
In the highly anticipated T20 World Cup 2024 final between India and South Africa at the Kensington Oval in Barbados, Axar Patel emerged as a key player for India. The tournament, held in the USA and the West Indies, provided fans and cricket pundits with a thrilling mix of drama, excitement, and a few controversies.
After winning the toss, Indian captain Rohit Sharma opted to bat first. However, India's innings began on a shaky note with the swift loss of Rohit Sharma, Rishabh Pant, and Suryakumar Yadav during the powerplay. The early setbacks left India struggling.
Amidst the faltering start, Virat Kohli and Axar Patel formed a resilient partnership, taking India to 75/3 at the 10-over mark. Patel's knock was crucial, but his innings came to an unfortunate end in the 14th over.
The decisive moment occurred when Kagiso Rabada delivered a full-length ball to Kohli, who missed the shot, allowing the ball to deflect off his thigh pad and roll towards South African wicketkeeper Quinton de Kock. Seizing the opportunity, de Kock quickly collected the ball and threw it to the non-striker's end.
¡ª Johnson (@Johnson427427) June 29, 2024
A miscommunication between Kohli and Axar led to Axar¡¯s downfall. Initially calling for a single, Kohli then revoked the call, urging Axar to return to his crease. However, Axar's sluggish response and de Kock's precise throw struck the stumps, resulting in Axar's run-out.
Amusingly, the ball continued to the boundary ropes after hitting the stumps. De Kock celebrated immediately, and the third umpire confirmed the dismissal.
The giant screen flashed 'Out,' sending Axar back to the pavilion after a vital 47-run knock off 31 balls. This dismissal triggered a frenzy on social media, with netizens praising Axar for his impactful performance.
Here are some of the reactions:
Well played Axar Patel ??#INDvsSAFinal pic.twitter.com/O2fztBO3of
¡ª Desi Bhayo (@desi_bhayo88) June 29, 2024
Only Bapu can save this now ? pic.twitter.com/wUGwkN1Qf9
¡ª Uttkarsh Singh (@Uttupaaji) June 29, 2024
#INDvSA
¡ª ?? ?????? (@RomanaRaza) June 29, 2024
Axar Patel 47(31) in dressing room: pic.twitter.com/tJNUKYrkym
Ae baapu thaari batting bowling fielding sab kamaal chhe ?
¡ª Raja Babu (@GaurangBhardwa1) June 29, 2024
Well Done Axar patel #INDvsSAFinal pic.twitter.com/bTgI5ndZOe
Axar Patel ???#INDvSA pic.twitter.com/IkXu3C9nJc
¡ª Byomkesh (@byomkesbakshy) June 29, 2024
Bapu reborn as Axar Patel to take the revenge from South Africa for insulting him by Kicking out of the train.#INDvSA pic.twitter.com/BBhe9ZCsPS
¡ª Sunil the Cricketer (@1sInto2s) June 29, 2024
You did your Job Axar ? pic.twitter.com/Dlj2fZH0wK
¡ª SRHolic (@DexMamaa) June 29, 2024
WHOLE INDIAN TEAM IS APPRECIATING AXAR PATEL.
¡ª Vishal. (@SPORTYVISHAL) June 29, 2024
YOU HAVE ROCKED BY WORLD BAPU ??. pic.twitter.com/ZgVxmbCXHX
Bapu, aapne hume humesha sahi raasta dikhaya hain. Aaj sahi score bhi dikha do.
¡ª Silly Point (@FarziCricketer) June 29, 2024
Never underestimate the power of Bapu Axar Patel ??#INDvSA #INDvsSAFinal#RohitSharma #ICCT20WorldCup #T20WorldCup2024 #RohitSharma #ViratKohli #T20WorldCup pic.twitter.com/ZCGyANj179
¡ª ????? ???? ???? (@YourDadAffu1) June 29, 2024
Well played Axar! when we needed you the most. pic.twitter.com/HybvdWHcFc
¡ª Bhumika (@thisisbhumika) June 29, 2024
Talking about the match, Kohli's stellar performance with a score of 76 helped India post a formidable total of 174/7, marking the highest team total in the history of T20 World Cup finals against South Africa at the Kensington Oval.
Earlier, Keshav Maharaj claimed crucial wickets of Rohit Sharma and Rishabh Pant, while Kagiso Rabada dismissed Suryakumar Yadav, leaving India struggling in the powerplay. Despite these challenges, Axar Patel's impressive 47 and Kohli's steady innings anchored India's total.
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