India's legendary speedster Jasprit Bumrah was greatly welcomed in Ahmedabad after winning the T20 World Cup 2024. The 30-year-old pacer was the pick of the bowlers in the marquee event hosted by USA and West Indies in June 2024. He left the India camp after being felicitated with the team at Wankhdede Stadium in Mumbai.
In the video, Bumrah was seen hugging his mother, and his neighbours showered 'rose petals'. He then clicked pictures and signed an Indian jersey for the fans. The video of Bumrah's welcome is going viral on social media.
Jasprit Bumrah welcomed in Ahmedabad
Jasprit Bumrah's performance in T20 World Cup 2024
Jasprit Bumah became the first Indian pacer to be awarded as Player of the Tournament for his iconic performance in the T20 World Cup. He finished the tournament as the second-highest wicket-taker with 15 scalps in eight outings at an average of 8.46 and an economy of 4.17. He started the tournament with a Player of the Match performance against Ireland as he picked 2/6 in 3 overs.
Bumrah shuts down retirement talks
Jasprit Bumrah was the key player for India's T20 World Cup 2024 triumph. He also received the Player of the Series award for it and when asked about his retirement Bumrah clearly stated that it's far far away and said that he has just started.
"It feels amazing. This ground is amazing in my life. I came as an U19 kid. I have never seen anything like it. To experience this and the emotions after the game, I have never experienced it. I will count myself as lucky. The experienced players and the confidence that we had. The ability to grab the game by the scruff of their neck is simply magnificent. Our aim is to take Indian cricket forward. We have never won a World Cup before. This gives us more motivation," said Bumrah.
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