September 24 holds a special place in Indian cricket history. On this day in 2007, India lifted the inaugural T20 World Cup, defeating arch-rivals Pakistan by a nail-biting five runs at Johannesburg. Eighteen years on, the players who scripted that historic triumph still look back with pride and nostalgia, recalling the intensity, unity, and sheer emotion that defined their campaign.
Irfan Pathan, the Player of the Final for his 3/16, reflected on how that victory marked the beginning of India’s dominance over Pakistan in T20Is. “What a day it was back in 2007. Where our World Cup dream was fulfilled, beating Pakistan regularly started there in T20 cricket,” Pathan wrote on X, subtly reminding fans of the historic significance of the win.
Yuvraj Singh, whose exploits in the tournament became legendary, shared a heartfelt throwback on Instagram. “Some 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,” he posted.
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Yuvraj’s tournament was highlighted by the fastest fifty in T20 internationals by a full member nation, off just 12 balls against England, including six sixes in a single over off Stuart Broad. He also played a blistering 30-ball 70 against Australia in the semi-final, cementing his status as a game-changer.
September 24th, 2007 – 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’m forever grateful to have represented India and cherished those unforgettable… pic.twitter.com/6sNTGlsgfI
— Robbie Uthappa (@robbieuthappa) September 24, 2025
Yuvraj Singh rewinds to the unforgettable 2007 T20 World Cup magic! 🔥📼
📸: BCCI/Instagram#cricketbazaar #yuvrajsingh #t20worldcup #throwback pic.twitter.com/vWPZZTAjJP
— Cricket Bazaar (@tweetsbycb) September 24, 2025
What a day it was back in 2007. Where our World Cup dream was full filed. Beating Pakistan on regular basis started there in t20 cricket. pic.twitter.com/dRfa5cQPuh
— Irfan Pathan (@IrfanPathan) September 24, 2025
Robin Uthappa also reminisced about the emotional high of the victory. “September 24th, 2007 – 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’m forever grateful to have represented India and cherished those unforgettable moments with my teammates,” he shared on X.
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Stellar performances across the board supported the triumph. Gautam Gambhir emerged as India’s highest run-scorer with 227 runs, including a vital 75 in the final. RP Singh led the bowling attack with 12 wickets in seven matches, proving instrumental in India’s historic campaign. That iconic victory not only gave India its first T20 World Cup trophy but also laid the foundation for a new era in Indian cricket, inspiring generations to come.
