Thu Sep 19 20:08:53 UTC 2024: ## India’s 2004: A Year of Cricket Triumphs and Farewell
**New Delhi, India -** 2004 proved to be a memorable year for Indian cricket, filled with triumphs, farewells, and the rise of new stars. The year began with a nail-biting victory over England in a bilateral series at home. Despite going down 0-1 initially, India fought back to secure the series win.
Young star Yashasvi Jaiswal, who hammered 712 runs with two centuries, including a top score of 214 not out, emerged as the leading run-scorer, signaling a bright future for the young batsman.
The highlight of the year came in June, when India clinched the T20 World Cup title. In a thrilling final at the Kensington Oval in London, India overcame South Africa to lift the trophy.
The victory was made even more special as it marked the farewell of two Indian cricketing legends, Rohit Sharma and Virat Kohli, who bid goodbye to the T20I format after a fairytale campaign. The Indian team returned home to a hero’s welcome, with a grand open bus parade where the players acknowledged their fans for their unwavering support.
Adding another feather to India’s cap, Abhishek Sharma announced his arrival on the international stage with a T20I century against Zimbabwe. 2004 thus stands as a year of both exciting victories and bittersweet departures, leaving Indian cricket fans with a multitude of memories to cherish.
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