Netizens are congratulating the Indian Badminton Team for conquering a historic maiden title in the Thomas Cup World Team Championship held in Bangkok. It was a history that the Indian Badminton Team created on Sunday, May 15th.
They scourged the 14-time champions Indonesia to take over the title by 3-0 at the Impact Arena in Bangkok, Thailand. To be precise, no Indian team has reached the grand finale of the Uber Cup and The Thomas in the history of 70+years.
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Indian Badminton Team Is The Winner
The Indian Team is the winner of the Thomas Cup Trophy. PERIOD.
It was a lifetime performance delivered by World Championships medallist Kidambi Srikanth and Lakshya Sen, the world number 8 doubles duo of Satwiksairaj Rankireddy and Chirag Shetty. A number of memorable moments were produced while the match was going on.
Hindustan Times has tweeted, “Indian men’s #badminton team defeated Indonesia 3-0 to win their first-ever #ThomasCup gold.”
Indian Cricketer Virat Kohli also extended congratulations message to the team, tweeting, “Sports fraternity congratulates Indian badminton team for winning maiden Thomas Cup trophy.”
People Around The World Have Gone Crazy
Badminton lovers all over the world have showered their best wishes on the Indian team. Especially social media platforms are flooded with warm congratulations from across the globe.
One person from across “It’s never too late to do a thing for the first time – a podium finish at any international team event in #Badminton. Team India is the new #ThomasCup Champions!!! #Victory #ThomasCup2022.” Another comment said, “Congratulations #Teamindia on winning the #ThomasCup.”
Furthermore, another Badminton and Sports lover captioned, “One of India’s greatest sports achievements.. #ThomasCup victory is going to be a defining moment for Badminton & other Sports across India.. Truly inspirational achievement, one that every Indian will be proud of. Bharat Mata Ki Jay!”