Team India 2024 flashback: A year of notable ups and downs

As the 2024 calendar year draws to a close, the Indian cricket team, led by the experienced Rohit Sharmaremember a season of unforgettable moments and formidable challenges. The year was a whirlwind of emotions for players and fans alike, filled with milestones that showcased the team’s potential on the world stage. From spectacular victories that etched their names in the history books to stunning encounters that kept fans on the edge of their seats, Team India’s journey in 2024 was nothing short of captivating. It was a year in which rising stars shined brightly, veteran players led with determination, and the team pushed its limits in pursuit of excellence.

However, 2024 was not without its trials. The team faced unprecedented challenges, including injuries to key players, close losses in crucial matches and moments when their performance came under scrutiny. These setbacks tested the team’s resilience and character, forcing them to dig deeper and find ways to bounce back stronger.

Through it all, the ups and downs painted a vivid picture of a team striving to stay at the top of international cricket. As fans bid farewell to an eventful year, they hold onto cherished memories while excitedly anticipating what the next chapter holds for Team India.

A historic start to 2024

Memorable triumphs over South Africa and England

India began the year with a significant achievement in Test cricket by securing a historic victory against South Africa in Cape Town, tying the two-match series 1-1. This victory was not only a morale booster, but also demonstrated the team’s ability to succeed in difficult conditions. They later dominated England at home, achieving a 4-1 victory in the Test series, which was highlighted by a record 434-run victory at Rajkot, India’s biggest Test victory by runs.

T20 World Cup glory

The highlight of the year was undoubtedly India’s victory in the ICC Men’s T20 World Cupco-hosted by the West Indies and the United States. Under the captaincy of Rohit and with stellar performances from Virat Kohli, Jasprit Bumrahand a pop-up Yashasvi JaiswalIndia won the tournament without losing a single match, ending an 11-year drought for an ICC trophy. The celebrations in Mumbai with an open bus parade were a testament to the joy and pride this victory brought to the nation.

Bilateral series domain

In the T20 format, India were almost unbeatable, winning five bilateral series, including sweeps against Afghanistan and Bangladesh battle at home and away from home Zimbabwe, Sri Lankaand South Africa. This included setting multiple records, with Sanju Samson becoming the first player to score three centuries in T20Is in a calendar year, and India achieving the highest winning percentage in T20I history during a calendar year.

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Challenges and setbacks

Historic loss against Sri Lanka

However, 2024 was not without minimums. The ODI format proved particularly challenging. India lost a bilateral ODI series against Sri Lanka after 27 years and went the entire year without a single ODI win, something not seen in 45 years.

Disgraceful spectacle against New Zealand

In Tests, the home series against New Zealand was a surprise, resulting in a 0-3 whitewash, marking the first time in 36 years that India lost a home Test series to New Zealand. Additionally, the team suffered its lowest Test total at home, further underscoring the unexpected lows in what was otherwise a successful year.

Fight in the Border-Gavaskar Trophy

Additionally, India also fought Australia in the 2024-25 Border-Gavaskar Trophy. Although they started well with a win in Perth in the initial test, they faced rivals thereafter. The visitors lost the Pink-Ball Test in Adelaide, followed by a draw at the Gabba before ending 2024 with a loss in the Boxing Day Test in Melbourne. Notably, the series will conclude with the New Year’s test in Sydney in January 2025.

Rising stars and transition

The year also marked important transitions within the team. With Rohit and Virat Kohli retire from T20 cricket after World Cup victory, and Gautama Gambhir By taking over as head coach, India is clearly setting its sights on a new era. The emergence of young talents such as Yashasvi Jaiswalwho became India’s leading run-scorer in 2024, and reddy nitishwho impressed with his heroics at BGT, signals a bright future for Indian cricket

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