Triumphant Indian U-19 team flooded by wishes

PM Narendra Modi and Sachin Tendulkar led the cheering contingent after the Indian colts won the ICC U-19 World Cup.

India's stunning run in the ICC U-19 World Cup culminated in an authoritative eight-wicket win over Australia in the final for a record fourth title. As always, the Twitterati celebrated in full vigour with sportspersons and celebrities from all walks of life joining in to wish the Rahul Dravid-coached side for the feat.

India's Prime Minister wished the team on a "stupendous achievement":

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.

— Narendra Modi (@narendramodi) February 3, 2018

 

A smiling Sachin Tendulkar congratulated the Indian U-19 team and the support staff with a video message on Twitter: 

WITH GREAT TEAM WORK, BIG DREAMS WORK. Congratulations to our WORLD CHAMPIONS!! We are proud of you. A big congratulations to Rahul and Paras for their guidance. #ICCU19CWC#INDvAUSpic.twitter.com/w0heorY8g6

— Sachin Tendulkar (@sachin_rt) February 3, 2018

 

Can Sehwag be far behind? He poured out every Indian's emotions through his tweet:

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. #INDvAUS

— Virender Sehwag (@virendersehwag) February 3, 2018

India captain Virat Kohli, who first came into prominence by leading the U-19 side to ICC World Cup title in 2008, had words of praise along with a brotherly advice to the youngsters:

What a win for the U19 boys, take it as a stepping stone; Long long way to go! Enjoy the moment! @BCCI#U19CWCpic.twitter.com/D8mGdakxZu

— Virat Kohli (@imVkohli) February 3, 2018

 

VVS Laxman and Cheteshwar Pujara also joined in:

Congratulations to the Indian team on dominating the #U19WorldCup and being the deserved champions. Everyone stood up and maintained the intensity throughout the tournament. Truly memorable win. Cherish and soak in this moment. #INDvAUS

— VVS Laxman (@VVSLaxman281) February 3, 2018

Soaring high and how! What a win in the #U19CWC. Congratulations boys!

— cheteshwar pujara (@cheteshwar1) February 3, 2018

Wishes poured in from all quarters. Actor Shah Rukh Khan led the cheer from the film fraternity:

 

Wow. What a proud moment for young India. Well done lil ones…May u keep conquering the world. And keep playing FIFA ...on the side. A great morning. pic.twitter.com/2aLycIud95

— Shah Rukh Khan (@iamsrk) February 3, 2018

Boxing star Vijender Singh also expressed his delight:

Three cheers for the Boys In Blue & Coach Rahul Dravid. Team consistently brilliant in winning matches.
#Under19WorldCup#U19CWC#INDvAUSpic.twitter.com/Z2bwOzV0lN

— Vijender Singh (@boxervijender) February 3, 2018

Former England captain Michael Vaughan clearly was more happy about the Aussies getting a thrashing than Indians winning the title.

Bloody hell these Indian Under 19 Batsman look outstanding .... Always nice to see the Aussies getting a bit of tap ... #U19CWCFinal

— Michael Vaughan (@MichaelVaughan) February 3, 2018

Later in the day, former Indian World Cup winning captain Kapil Dev, who was in Hyderabad to inaugurate the Telangana T20 cricket league, said: "A new generation (of cricketers) has arrived which is going to play for India tomorrow. They have made us proud. I was watching the match throughout the day. What wonderful cricket they played."