Rohit Sharma’s Triumph ICC T20 World Cup 2024
The Indian cricket team achieved success in an ICC tournament when Rohit Sharma led the side to victory in the ICC T20 World Cup 2024, defeating South Africa in the final. This victory marked India’s first world title since the 2013 Champions Trophy under MS Dhoni. While Virat Kohli could not secure an ICC title as captain, Rohit brought the much-deserved success to the team. However, fans did not initially welcome Rohit’s appointment as captain.
Ganguly’s Vision
Sourav Ganguly, the then BCCI president, faced significant criticism for appointing Rohit Sharma as the team’s captain. As the nation celebrates Rohit Sharma’s success, Ganguly reminded everyone that it was his decision to give the leadership role to Rohit.
“I was criticized when I handed over the captaincy to Rohit. Now that we’ve won a trophy under his captaincy, no one is abusing me. Everyone has forgotten that I made him the captain,” Ganguly told Bangla newspaper AajKaal.
The Captaincy Transition ICC T20 World Cup 2024
Virat Kohli resigned from India’s T20I captaincy but was removed as the ODI captain. Soon after, Virat stepped down as India’s Test captain, and the BCCI promoted Rohit to the role in all three formats. The manner of this transition earned Ganguly plenty of criticism, with fans and former cricketers questioning the board’s handling of the matter.
Facing Criticism
Ganguly endured considerable abuse, trolling, and questions on social media upon Rohit’s promotion. After India’s T20 World Cup triumph, Ganguly reminded those who celebrated the victory but criticized his decision.
Moving Forward
After the ICC T20 World Cup 2024 victory, both Rohit and Virat quit T20 international cricket. India will have a new coach in the shortest format, but Rohit will continue to lead in ODIs and Tests.
Rohit Sharma’s success as skipper vindicated Ganguly’s decision. As India basks in the glory of their T20 World Cup victory, the future looks promising under Rohit’s leadership.
