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Rohit Sharma Recalls 2007 T20 World Cup Win, Credits Confidence for Winning Streak

It's pretty cool to hear Rohit Sharma reminisce about that magical 2007 T20 World Cup win. He was just a kid on the team, and that victory gave the whole squad so much belief for the future. The article also highlights how crucial MS Dhoni's legendary calm was during that golden era for Indian cricket. Honestly, it's a great look back at where this modern winning mentality really started for the team.

Key Points: Rohit Sharma on 2007 T20 WC Triumph: "We felt we would continue our winning ways"

  • Rohit Sharma recalls 2007 T20 WC win as a 20-year-old
  • India's 2024 captain reflects on confidence from inaugural triumph
  • Sanjay Manjrekar analyses MS Dhoni's clutch captaincy
  • Dhoni's legacy as only captain to win three ICC white-ball trophies
  • Context of India's 2007 victory over Pakistan in final
  • Impact of early success on team's winning mentality
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Rohit Sharma reflects on India's first T20 CWC 2007 triumph, says "we felt we would continue our winning ways"

India captain Rohit Sharma reflects on being a 20-year-old in the 2007 T20 World Cup-winning team. Sanjay Manjrekar also explains MS Dhoni's legendary captaincy.

"I was in my first year with the team during the 2007 T20 World Cup, and I was just 20. After winning that trophy, we felt we would continue our winning ways. - Rohit Sharma / JioHotstarDhoni's greatness was that on the big stage, he just held his nerve better than the opposing captain. - Sanjay Manjrekar / Former India Player"

New Delhi, December 23

India's 2024 T20 World Cup-winning captain Rohit Sharma shared a nostalgic moment recalling being part of the team during the 2007 T20 World Cup victory at just 20 years old. Rohit noted that winning the trophy gave them the confidence to extend their winning streak.

Rohit's contributions to India's 2007 T20 World Cup victory were significant. He scored 88 runs in three matches, including a crucial 50* against South Africa and a late flourish of 30 off 16 balls in the final against Pakistan.

"I was in my first year with the team during the 2007 T20 World Cup, and I was just 20. After winning that trophy, we felt we would continue our winning ways," Rohit Sharma said on JioHotstar.

India captured the inaugural ICC T20 World Cup, defeating Pakistan by five runs in a thrilling final at Johannesburg.

Both teams had a great run in the tournament heading into the final and topped their respective groups. India was coming into the summit clash after downing the mighty Australians in the semi-final by 15 runs. On the other hand, Pakistan had defeated New Zealand in the semis by six wickets.

Former India player Sanjay Manjrekar praised and explained MS Dhoni's impact on India's golden era, saying Dhoni held his nerve better than the opposing captain.

Dhoni's captaincy is legendary, making him the only captain to win all three major ICC white-ball trophies: the 2007 T20 World Cup, 2011 ODI World Cup, and 2013 Champions Trophy, achieving this with calm leadership and game-changing decisions, earning him titles like 'Captain Cool' and induction into the ICC Hall of Fame.

Dhoni was also India's second-highest run scorer in the 2007 T20 World Cup and Player of the match in the 2011 ODI CWC final.

"Dhoni's greatness was that on the big stage, he just held his nerve better than the opposing captain," Manjrekar said.

- ANI

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Sarah B
As a cricket fan living abroad, that 2007 final is still the most thrilling match I've ever watched. Joginder Sharma's last over had us all on the edge of our seats! It's amazing to see Rohit's perspective now, having led the team to another T20 WC win.
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Vikram M
Manjrekar is spot on about Dhoni. His calmness under pressure was his superpower. Remember the 2007 final? Misbah was going strong, but Dhoni kept his cool and gave the ball to Joginder. That decision defined his captaincy. True legend.
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Priya S
Sometimes I feel we focus too much on the past legends and don't appreciate the current team enough. Rohit's 2024 win was equally special and came after years of heartbreak. Let's celebrate all our champions equally! 🏆
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Rohit P
That generation gave us so much joy. 2007 T20 WC, 2011 ODI WC... golden years. But credit to Rohit for carrying that legacy forward. Winning in 2024 must have felt like completing a circle for him. From young talent to champion captain.
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Michael C
Interesting to hear this from a leadership perspective. That early success in 2007 clearly built a "winning culture" in the team that lasted for years. It's a great case study in sports psychology and team building.

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