File Pic: Gautam Gambhir and MS Dhoni NEW DELHI: India’s historic T20 World Cup triumph not only thrilled fans across the globe but also triggered a rare social media moment involving two of the country’s most iconic cricketing figures — MS Dhoni and Gautam Gambhir.Go Beyond The Boundary with our YouTube channel. SIGN UP NOW!Shortly after India sealed a dominant 96-run victory over New Zealand in the final, Dhoni returned to Instagram after almost two years to congratulate the team and support staff. The former India captain, who attended the final in Ahmedabad, could not resist making a playful remark about Gambhir’s famously intense personality.
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“History is being made in Ahmedabad, big congratulations to the team and support staff and all the fans of the Indian cricket team around the world. It’s a pleasure to see you all playing,” Dhoni wrote.But it was his cheeky comment on Gambhir that quickly went viral.“Coach Sahab’s smile looks great on you, the intensity with the smile is a killer combination, very well done. Enjoy guys… Bumrah ke baare mein kuch na likhoon toh hi achha hai. Master bowler,” Dhoni added, praising India’s pace while pointing to Gambhir’s typically serious demeanour.Gambhir, who served as head coach during India’s successful title run, reacted warmly to Dhoni’s message.“And that’s a reason to smile, good to see you,” Gambhir wrote back, acknowledging the former captain’s presence at the stadium. The exchange caught the attention of fans given the pair’s long history in Indian cricket. Gambhir was a vital member of Dhoni’s World Cup winning teams and played decisive knocks in the 2007 T20 World Cup and the 2011 ODI World Cup final.
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Sunday’s final saw another memorable chapter in India’s white-ball legacy. Suryakumar Yadav-led India piled up a formidable 255/5 after explosive contributions from Sanju Samson, Ishan Kishan and Abhishek Sharma.The bowlers then sealed an emphatic victory, with Jasprit Bumrah producing a sensational spell of 4 for 15.
