New Delhi: Experienced leg-spinner Amit Mishra revealed some memorable moments from the aftermath of India’s historic victory at the 2013 Champions Trophy in Birmingham. The final was a nail-biting contest that kept fans on the edge of their seats until the very last ball.
On June 23, 2013, under the leadership of ‘Captain Cool’ MS Dhoni, India created cricketing history by defeating the hosts England to lift the Champions Trophy. India successfully defended a modest target of 130 runs, thanks to a spirited bowling performance that sealed a thrilling five-run victory.
Mishra shared insights into the celebrations that followed the win. “After winning the Champions Trophy, nobody went to their rooms. Everyone stayed in the dressing room for three to four hours, just soaking in the moment. Everyone was saying let’s celebrate, but no one wanted to leave,” he told ANI.
Known for his calm demeanor, Dhoni also showed a rare glimpse of unbridled joy. “Dhoni is a very cool captain, but on that night, he was clearly very happy and was truly enjoying the moment,” Mishra added.
The final itself was a rollercoaster. India’s innings was anchored early on by Virat Kohli (43) and Shikhar Dhawan (31), putting India in a strong position. However, an unexpected middle-order collapse saw the team slump to 66/5. Ravindra Jadeja then played a crucial unbeaten knock of 33 runs, helping India reach 129/7.
In response, Jadeja and Ravichandran Ashwin bowled with great discipline, taking two wickets each and maintaining tight control over the runs. Their efforts thwarted England’s chase and secured India’s victory by five runs.
The celebrations that unfolded after the win remain etched in the memory of Indian cricket fans. From warm embraces among teammates to Virat Kohli’s iconic Gangnam Style dance and the enthusiastic cheers of the fans, the night in Birmingham still resonates as a cherished moment in Indian cricket history.
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