India’s historic triumph in the ICC Men’s T20 World Cup 2026 produced several unforgettable moments, both on and off the field. While the on-field performance grabbed headlines, a light-hearted exchange between Sanju Samson and Jasprit Bumrah involving teammate Hardik Pandya became a viral highlight during the celebrations at Narendra Modi Stadium in Ahmedabad.
India clinched the title in emphatic fashion, defeating New Zealand cricket team by a commanding 96 runs in the final. The winning moment arrived when Tilak Varma completed a catch near the long-on boundary, sparking jubilant scenes among the Indian players and the packed crowd inside the stadium.
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As soon as the final wicket fell, the Indian squad erupted in celebration. Players hugged each other, danced on the field, posed for photographs, and soaked in the atmosphere of a memorable world title win. Amid the joyful chaos, Pandya was seen posing for photographers, recreating his now-famous celebratory stance that has become synonymous with India’s recent trophy wins.
Sanju Samson and Bumrah laughing at Hardik’s obsession with creating the same khaby lame pose with the trophy. pic.twitter.com/pbyK1cBqmy
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During that moment, Samson and Bumrah were spotted standing nearby, sharing a laugh while watching Pandya strike his trademark pose. In a short clip that quickly circulated across social media platforms, the two cricketers appeared to mimic the pose while joking about it among themselves. Their playful imitation added a touch of humour to the celebratory scenes and quickly caught the attention of fans online.
Pandya’s pose has become something of a signature celebration since India’s T20 World Cup triumph in 2024, and photographers were eager to capture him recreating it again after the latest title win.
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Beyond the celebrations, Pandya played a crucial role in India’s victorious campaign. The dynamic all-rounder contributed 217 runs with the bat and also picked up nine wickets, proving his value as one of the team’s key match-winners. Speaking after the victory, Pandya reflected on his journey and ambitions for the future, expressing his desire to win many more trophies for India in the years to come.
