Axar Patel | Source: X.com
Axar Patel has become the talk of town after his impactful performance in the ongoing T20 World Cup 2024 final against South Africa. The Indian all-rounder has been a revelation throughout the tournament, not only with the bat but also with his bowling.
Axar Patel‘s knock in the final was a masterclass in calculated aggression. Coming into bat at a crucial time with India wobbling at 3 wickets down, he smashed a quickfire 47 runs off just 31 balls.
This gritty innings played at a strike rate of over 150, provided much-needed momentum to the Indian team, which at one point struggled to hit boundaries, helping them post a competitive total of 176 runs.
Throughout the tournament, he piled up a total of 92 runs in five matches at a staggering strike rate of around 140. More importantly, he consistently delivered with the ball, chipping in with crucial wickets at key moments.
Social media has erupted in praise for Axar Patel’s all-round brilliance. Fans have been showering him with accolades, with many calling him the ‘unsung hero’ of India’s campaign.
Let’s take a look at few of them:
TAKE A BOW, AXAR PATEL…!!! ????????47 (31) in the T20 World Cup Final. Came in when India lost 3 early wickets, he built the innings with Virat. The Bapu show in Barbados, an unfortunate end to his knock. ???? pic.twitter.com/ucWa5ZlBYF— Mufaddal Vohra (@mufaddal_vohra) June 29, 2024
