India’s national cricket team lifted the trophy at the ICC Men’s T20 World Cup on Sunday after defeating the New Zealand national cricket team in a dominant final in Ahmedabad.

Playing at the iconic Narendra Modi Stadium, India produced a powerful batting performance to post 255 for 5, the highest total ever recorded in a T20 World Cup final.

In response, New Zealand struggled to keep up with the steep chase and were bowled out for 159 in 19 overs, handing India a comfortable victory in front of a packed home crowd.

India’s innings was powered by an explosive knock from Sanju Samson, who scored 89 runs from 46 balls, smashing eight sixes and five fours to anchor the innings.

He received strong support from Abhishek Sharma, who struck a quick 52, while Ishan Kishan added a rapid 54, helping India surge past the 250 mark.

Chasing 256 for victory, New Zealand came under immediate pressure as Indian bowlers struck regularly to halt any momentum.

Key breakthroughs came from Axar Patel, Jasprit Bumrah and Varun Chakravarthy, who combined to keep the run rate in check and dismantle the Kiwi batting order.

Despite a fighting half-century from Tim Seifert, the Black Caps were unable to recover from the early setbacks and eventually fell well short of the massive target.

The win marks a historic moment for Indian cricket, as the hosts secured another T20 World title on home soil.

The tournament was jointly hosted by India and Sri Lanka, featuring 20 teams and more than 50 matches.

India’s triumph in Ahmedabad capped a campaign defined by explosive batting, disciplined bowling and commanding performances in key matches, sealing their dominance on the global T20 stage.