The ICC Men’s T20 World Cup 2024 delivered one of the most thrilling, unpredictable, and emotionally charged tournaments in cricket history. Held across the USA and the West Indies, the event was a spectacular blend of underdog triumphs, high-stakes drama, and moments that defied belief. In this article, we relive the top 10 most insane moments of the T20 World Cup 2024, the kind of unforgettable highlights that will be replayed, rewatched, and remembered for generations.
1. USA Shocks Pakistan in a Super Over Thriller:
In one of cricket’s biggest upsets, the USA defeated Pakistan in a Super Over at Dallas. Pakistan posted 159, matched by the USA, and then won the shootout 18‑1, capitalizing on two wides from Pakistan. A classic David vs. Goliath moment that energized the tournament early on.
2. Pat Cummins’ Back-to-Back Hat‑Tricks:
Australia’s skipper Pat Cummins claimed consecutive hat‑tricks, first against Bangladesh and then Afghanistan, a feat previously unheard of in Test-playing nations. He became the second Aussie ever to record a T20 World Cup hat-trick.
3. Afghanistan Storms into Semis, Topples Australia:
Afghanistan stunned cricketing giants Australia with a brilliant 21‑run victory in Kingstown. The win, backed by measured batting by Gurbaz & Zadran and disciplined bowling, secured their first-ever World Cup semi-final spot.
4. India Dismantles Australia Rohit’s Masterclass:
Rohit Sharma delivered a destructive 41‑ball 92 in the Super 8s, including the fastest team 100 in just 8.4 overs. He smacked 29 off Mitchell Starc’s over alone four sixes and four boundaries, leading India to a key win.
5. No.1 Exit: India’s Revenge Over England:
In a dominant semi-final, India beat defending champions England by 68 runs, bowling them out for just 103 while India made 172. A statement win avenging their 2022 semi-final loss.
6. Kohli’s Vintage Return in Final:
Coming back from a slump of low scores, Virat Kohli delivered the innings of the tournament with 76 off 59 balls in the final, anchoring India’s 176/7 total and setting up a gripping chase.
7. Bumrah’s “Ball of the Century” Over in Final:
Jasprit Bumrah bowled the 18th over in South Africa’s chase, once needing 22 off 18, conceding just 2 runs and picking up a wicket. Kapil Dev called it the “ball of the century.” It swung the game firmly India’s way.
8. Suryakumar Yadav’s Physics‑Defying Catch to Seal the Final:
Needing 16 off the last over, David Miller lofted the first ball, and Suryakumar Yadav pulled off an incredible catch at deep mid‑off. He juggled near the boundary, released the ball mid‑air, and then completed the catch back inside the moment that clinched the title.
9. India Win T20 World Cup Undefeated Champions:
India made history by winning the T20 World Cup while remaining unbeaten throughout the tournament. The clean sweep included big wins, clutch performances, and dramatic finishes.
10. Rohit Sharma & Virat Kohli End T20I Eras:
Barely an hour after lifting the trophy, Rohit Sharma and Virat Kohli announced their retirements from T20I cricket, marking a poignant end to two of India’s greatest chapters in the format.
