The flight, call sign AIC24WC, took off from Grantley Adams International Airport at 4:50 a.m. local time and landed in Delhi at around 6:20 a.m. IST. This special Air India flight was organized by the Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) to bring back the victorious squad, along with support staff, players’ families, board officials, and media personnel who had been stranded due to the hurricane.
Rohit Sharma’s squad clinched the title by defeating South Africa in a thrilling final at Kensington Oval in Barbados, ending India’s long wait for an ICC title. The seven-run victory was a testament to the team’s resilience and skill throughout the tournament. India ended a 13-year global event drought with victory in the final, defeating South Africa by seven runs on Saturday. Jasprit Bumrah collected Player of the Tournament honours.
Upon arrival, the team is yet to receive a hero’s welcome. Later in the day, they are scheduled to meet Prime Minister Narendra Modi at his residence for a celebratory breakfast. Following this, the team will head to Mumbai, where a grand road show is planned from Nariman Point in an open bus, culminating in a felicitation event at Wankhede Stadium.
Suryakumar Yadav and Shivam Dube along with Team India arrive at Delhi airport, after winning the T20WorldCup2024 trophy.
Supporters gather at Delhi airport to welcome Men’s Indian Cricket Team A fan, Piyush Arora says, “…We came to T3 because we are very excited. We came to the airport at 3 am.”
A fan of the Men’s Indian Cricket Team expressed their joy and excitement, saying, “I am extremely happy and thrilled. I just hope to catch a glimpse of the team and Captain Rohit Sharma. There’s a roadshow in Mumbai this evening, and we’re all eagerly looking forward to it…” told one of the Fans to ANI.
“Team India is home,” tweeted the BCCI as the team arrives at Delhi airport after winning the #T20WorldCup2024 trophy.
Men’s Indian Cricket Team arrives at ITC Maurya, after winning the T20WorldCup2024 trophy.
#WATCH | Men’s Indian Cricket Team at ITC Maurya Hotel in Delhi, after winning the #T20WorldCup2024 trophy.
#WATCH | Indian Cricket Team Captain Rohit Sharma along with his family at ITC Maurya Hotel in Delhi, after winning the #T20WorldCup2024 trophy.
#WATCH | Virat Kohli and Hardik Pandya at ITC Maurya Hotel in Delhi, after winning the #T20WorldCup2024 trophy.
For those planning to join the celebrations in Mumbai, it’s advisable to use public transport due to expected road closures along Marine Drive. The festivities promise to be a memorable tribute to Team India’s remarkable achievement.
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