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On this day in 2002, the Indian cricket team achieved a historic victory by defeating a strong English side in their home territory to win the Natwest Tri-Series, featuring Sri Lanka. Yuvraj Singh shared a nostalgic post on Twitter, thanking Mohammad Kaif for their crucial partnership that contributed to this memorable win.
The final took place at Lord's, a renowned cricket venue in the UK. England set a challenging target of 326 runs after scoring 325/5 in their 50 overs, with captain Naseer Hussain and Marcus Trescothick leading the charge. India's young team, featuring players like Sehwag, Yuvraj, and Harbhajan, supported by veterans Tendulkar, Ganguly, Dravid, and Kumble, faced a daunting task.
Yuvraj tweeted.
Despite a strong start by openers Sehwag and Ganguly, India faced a shaky period after losing quick wickets. However, Yuvraj and Kaif, with their responsible batting, turned the tide. Their crucial partnership of 121 runs rescued India from a precarious position of 146/5. Yuvraj's innings of 69 and Kaif's heroic 87 propelled India towards victory.
The match is remembered for Sourav Ganguly's iconic shirt wave on the Lord's balcony, symbolizing India's fearless and determined approach. This victory not only secured the tri-series title but also provided valuable experience to young players who would go on to achieve significant successes in future tournaments, such as the T20 World Cup in 2007 and the ICC Cricket World Cup in 2011.
India's triumph over a formidable English side on their home turf remains one of their greatest overseas wins, showcasing their fighting spirit and attacking game. This victory served as a milestone in the team's journey, marking the emergence of a new India that would face challenges head-on and achieve unprecedented success in the years to come.
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