India and South Africa are set to clash in the final of the T20 World Cup 2024, marking a historic moment in South Africa’s cricket history. This tournament marks the first time in their 33-year stint in white-ball cricket that South Africa has reached the final of an ICC event.
Conversely, for India, this final presents an opportunity to break a decade-long trophy drought in ICC tournaments, dating back to their 2011 ODI World Cup victory under MS Dhoni.
In 2023, India reached the final of the ODI World Cup undefeated, only to lose to Australia in a hard-fought match. Similarly, both India and South Africa have maintained unbeaten records leading up to the T20 World Cup final, ensuring that whoever emerges victorious will do so as the first undefeated champion of the tournament.
India and South Africa to Clash in Historic T20 World Cup 2024 Final
For India, this final holds significant personal stakes as well. Players like Rohit Sharma, Virat Kohli, and Ravindra Jadeja, who are nearing the twilight of their careers, see this as a possible final chance to secure a World Cup title for their country. The outgoing Head Coach, Rahul Dravid, also stands on the brink of making history with the team.
The match, scheduled for June 29, will be broadcast live on the Star Sports Network with options for both English and Hindi commentary. Viewers can also stream the game via the Disney+ Hotstar app. The anticipation is high as fans across both nations prepare to witness this pivotal moment in cricketing history, where one team will cement its legacy as the undefeated champion of the T20 World Cup 2024.
