President Kovind, PM Modi congratulate team
President Ram Nath Kovind, Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Congress President Rahul Gandhi on Saturday congratulated the Indian Cricket team after it defeated Australia by eight wickets on Saturday to lift the ICC U-19 World Cup.
"Congrats to India's talented young cricket team for winning the Under-19 World Cup. Calmness and composure of our boys embellishes their skills. Proud of captain Prithvi Shaw and his mates, as well as of coach Rahul Dravid and the hard-working support staff," the President said.
The Prime Minister also congratulated the team saying that their win makes every Indian "extremely" proud.
"Absolutely thrilled by the stupendous achievement of our young cricketers. Congratulations to them on winning the Under-19 World Cup. This triumph makes every Indian extremely proud," Modi said.
Congress President Rahul Gandhi too took to twitter and said: "Congratulations Team India on your resounding U-19 Cricket World Cup win! India takes great pride in the success of its new generation of cricket stars."
India became the first nation to win the ICC U19 World Cup four times. They had earlier won the title in 2000, 2008 and 2012. Australia are second on the list with three titles.
Union Home Minister Rajnath Singh congratulated the men in blue saying: "Congratulations to the Indian cricket team, captain Prithvi Shaw and coach Rahul Dravid on winning the U-19 Cricket World Cup."
Bharatiya Janata Party President Amit Shah greeted the team on their victory saying their unbeatable spirit throughout has brought the U-19 World Cup.
Cricketing legend Sachin Tendulkar and senior captain Virat Kohli were among millions who congratulated team for their effort.
Former and current India players were also quick to praise the unbeaten effort of the Indian team which thrashed Australia in the final for a record fourth title.
"What a win for the U19 boys, take it as a stepping stone; Long long way to go! Enjoy the moment," wrote India captain Virat Kohli on his twitter page.
Tendulkar wished the boys luck for the journey ahead and also lauded the support staff including coach Rahul Dravid.
"With great teamwork, big dreams work. Congratulations to our world champions you have made us proud. Excellent job from Rahul and Paras. Thank you for all your contribution and guiding these youngsters," said Tendulkar in a video posted on Twitter.
"To our youngsters - Your beautiful journey has just begun, continue to give your best and enjoy the game above all. Good luck and have a wonderful career," the master blaster added.
India coach Ravi Shastri wrote: "Great performance boys. You were ahead by a country mile all the way. Enjoy the moment."
Dravid finally got his hands on a World Cup trophy. Virender Sehwag said Dravid played a huge role in the team's victory.
"Every Indian is delighted, all credit to Rahul Dravid for committing himself to these young kids and a legend like him deserves to lay his hands on the WC. Only Fitting," wrote Sehwag.