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On September 24, 2007, India won the inaugural T20 World Cup, beating Pakistan. Irfan Pathan, Yuvraj Singh and Robin Uthappa recall the historic triumph.<\/h2>\n
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India’s Irfan Pathan celebrates against Pakistan in the 2007 T20 World Cup (X)<\/p>\n<\/figure>\n

September 24 is a significant date in Indian cricket history. On this day in 2007, India won the inaugural T20 World Cup, defeating their arch-rivals Pakistan by five runs in a thrilling final at Johannesburg. By 2025, members of that historic team looked back with pride and nostalgia.<\/p>\n

Player of the Final, Irfan Pathan, who took 3\/16 to earn the Man of the Match award, reflected on how India\u2019s dominance over Pakistan in T20Is began on that day.<\/p>\n

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\u201cWhat a day it was back in 2007. Where our World Cup dream was fulfilled. Beating Pakistan on regular basis started there in T20 cricket,” Pathan commented on X, subtly jabbing at the arch-rivals.<\/p>\n

Yuvraj Singh, whose exploits in the tournament are legendary, shared a story on his Instagram handle. \u201cSome memories never fade and this is definitely one of them! A proud moment that united a nation in joy and pride. Throwback to this memorable 2007 World Cup win,” Yuvraj posted on his Instagram stories.<\/p>\n

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The left-handed batsman hit the fastest fifty by a full member nation\u2019s cricketer in T20 internationals off 12 balls against England, including six sixes in an over off Stuart Broad. He also propelled India with a blistering 30-ball 70 against Australia in the semi-final. Robin Uthappa, another key player, described the triumph as a magical chapter of his life.<\/p>\n

\u201cSeptember 24th, 2007 \u2013 a day etched in my memory forever. Being part of the team that lifted the T20 World Cup was truly magical. The belief, unity, and energy we shared still feels alive today. I\u2019m forever grateful to have represented India and cherished those unforgettable moments with my teammates,” Uthappa shared on X.<\/p>\n

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September 24th, 2007 \u2013 a day etched in my memory forever. Being part of the team that lifted the T20 World Cup was truly magical. The belief, unity, and energy we shared still feels alive today. I\u2019m forever grateful to have represented India and cherished those unforgettable\u2026 pic.twitter.com\/6sNTGlsgfI<\/a>\u2014 Robbie Uthappa (@robbieuthappa) September 24, 2025<\/a><\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n<\/div>\n

India\u2019s campaign was marked by standout performances. Gautam Gambhir was the team\u2019s highest run-scorer with 227 runs in the tournament, including a crucial 75 in the final against Pakistan. RP Singh led the bowling charts for India, taking 12 wickets in seven matches. The victory in 2007 not only gave India its first T20 World Cup trophy but also ushered in a new era for Indian cricket. It has now been eighteen years.<\/p>\n

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Ritayan Basu, Senior Sub-Editor, Sports at News18.com. Has been covering domestic and and international football for nearly a decade. Has played and covered badminton. Ocassionally writes cricket content, havin…Read More<\/span><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n

Ritayan Basu, Senior Sub-Editor, Sports at News18.com. Has been covering domestic and and international football for nearly a decade. Has played and covered badminton. Ocassionally writes cricket content, havin… Read More<\/span><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n

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