India Triumphs Over England in T20 World Cup Semi-Final: Celebrities Celebrate
Excitement swept across the nation as Team India clinched a nail-biting victory against England in the semi-final of the ICC Men’s T20 World Cup, held at the renowned Wankhede Stadium in Mumbai on Thursday. This win sets the stage for an exhilarating final against New Zealand in Ahmedabad on March 8.
Social media platforms quickly filled with messages of congratulations for the Men in Blue, with numerous Bollywood stars praising the team's remarkable performance and dramatic win.
Suniel Shetty, a passionate cricket enthusiast, expressed his thrill on Instagram, commending several players for their outstanding efforts. He wrote, “What a match! Sanju, Bumrah, Ishan, Hardik. What a talented group! But today was Axar's day. Those catches were game-changers. They say it for a reason—catches win matches. And a shoutout to Bethell for his incredible innings under pressure. Respect. Now, let’s bring home the trophy in the finals!”
Raveena Tandon also celebrated the victory, sharing moments with her family and friends. She posted, “Indiiiyyyaaaaaaaaaaahhhhhhh Bhaaaarrraaatam! Wah Sanju Samson wah! @imsanjusamson wah Pandya wah @hardikpandya93 wah surya wah,” cheering for the players.
Kareena Kapoor Khan joined in the festivities, sharing her joy on social media right after the final ball confirmed India's win. Veteran actor Anupam Kher expressed his pride, stating, “Ye mera Indiaaaaaaa! Bharat Mata Ki Jai! Jai Hind! #WorldCup #Cricket.”
The electric atmosphere extended beyond social media, with several Bollywood stars present at the stadium, enhancing the excitement among the crowd. Actor Ranbir Kapoor was spotted at the match alongside his wife Alia Bhatt and their daughter Raha, enjoying the thrilling game.
Mumbai: Bollywood actors Anil Kapoor, Varun Dhawan, and Reliance Foundation chairperson Nita Ambani during the ICC Men’s T20 World Cup 2026 second semifinal cricket match between India and England, at the Wankhede Stadium, in Mumbai, Maharashtra, Thursday, March 5, 2026. (PTI Photo/Kunal Patil)
Actors Varun Dhawan and Anil Kapoor were also seen passionately supporting Team India during the match's intense moments. Cameras frequently captured their enthusiastic reactions as they celebrated boundaries while England pursued a challenging total. Their spirited responses reflected the charged atmosphere in the stadium, with thousands of fans rallying behind the Indian team.
India ultimately secured a thrilling seven-run victory in this high-scoring encounter. Batting first, the hosts amassed an impressive 253/7, setting a challenging target for England. Despite a remarkable century from Jacob Bethell that kept the chase alive until the last overs, the Indian bowlers maintained their composure to clinch a dramatic win.
With this victory, India has advanced to the tournament final, where they will face New Zealand on Sunday at the expansive Narendra Modi Stadium in Gujarat, as fans and celebrities alike hope for the Men in Blue to bring home the trophy.