Bhubaneswar: President of the Odisha Cricket Association, Shri Pankaj Lochan Mohanty, has extended his heartfelt congratulations to the Indian cricket team for their historic victory in the T20 World Cup 2026. In a statement following the match, he lauded the exceptional performance of the players and the technical staff for bringing glory to the nation once again.
OCA Chief Shri Mohanty noted that the victory at the Narendra Modi Stadium in Ahmedabad reflects the growing dominance of Indian cricket on the global stage. He highlighted that becoming the first team to successfully defend a T20 World Cup title and win the trophy on home soil is a monumental achievement for the country.
The OCA President also expressed his appreciation for the young talents who stepped up during the tournament, noting that their success will inspire aspiring cricketers across India and particularly in Odisha.
He emphasized that the State of Odisha remains committed to fostering cricketing excellence and supporting the national team’s future endeavors.
The Indian team defeated New Zealand by 96 runs in a clinical performance to secure their third T20 World Cup title.
Following the win, celebrations have erupted across the country, with sports administrators and fans alike praising the leadership of Suryakumar Yadav and the clinical execution of the entire squad.