Mumbai’s Wankhede Stadium erupted in joy as Team India clinched a thrilling seven-run victory over England, securing their spot in the T20 World Cup final. This pulsating semi-final match has sent cricket fans into a frenzy, with the nation now gearing up for an epic showdown against New Zealand.
The win has sparked widespread celebrations across India, but it’s Bollywood’s reaction that’s stealing the spotlight. Leading the cheers, Akshay Kumar shared a hilarious dance video on X, captioning it, ‘This is how you head to the finals… What a win, Team India!’ His infectious energy perfectly captured the mood of victory.
Preity Zinta, a die-hard cricket enthusiast, posted her congratulations, praising the team’s dominance in the blue jerseys. ‘What a match and what a performance by the Indian team! Brilliant entry into the T20 World Cup 2026 final,’ she wrote, highlighting the electric atmosphere at Wankhede.
Sonu Sood joined the festivities with a patriotic post: ‘My India is great, 1.4 billion hearts celebrating this win.’ Kangana Ranaut expressed her excitement on Instagram, sharing a team photo and declaring, ‘Now it’s time for the tricolor to fly in the final.’
Angad Bedi penned a heartfelt tribute, lauding Jasprit Bumrah’s lethal bowling and Axar Patel’s match-turning catches. ‘The path to the final is clear, boosting the entire team’s morale,’ he noted. Suniel Shetty echoed this, calling Axar the game’s hero for his spectacular fielding that paved the way for victory.
Stars like Varun Dhawan, Raveena Tandon, Shehnaaz Gill, Munmun Dutta, and Ayushmann Khurrana flooded social media with photos and messages, showering praise on the semi-final triumph. As India prepares for the final, Bollywood’s unwavering support underscores the unifying power of cricket in the country, with fans hopeful for another title run.