In a heartwarming gesture, Xpheno, a staffing firm based in India, has declared July 1st a holiday to celebrate the country’s triumph in the T20 World Cup final against South Africa. The company, boasting a workforce of over 500 employees, made this decision to recognize the team’s hard work and dedication, turning the celebratory day into a memorable event for their staff.
Prasadh MS, head of workforce research at Xpheno, explained the rationale behind this unusual holiday. He stated, “It was a surprise to all of us, and this is special as the first day of the month is usually busy as we have billings, payroll closures, etc. But it was decided to declare the day off, as Team India put in a great effort, and this is our small tribute to the boys.” The decision reflects the company’s deep appreciation for the Indian cricket team’s remarkable achievement.
India’s victory marked the end of a 17-year drought in the T20 World Cup, bringing the coveted title back to the nation. The final match against South Africa, played in Barbados, saw India emerge victorious by a margin of 7 runs. The Rohit Sharma-led team celebrated their win at the Kensington Oval stadium for nearly four hours, creating an unforgettable atmosphere.
However, the celebrations were intertwined with bittersweet news as both Virat Kohli and team captain Rohit Sharma announced their retirements from the T20 International format of cricket. In addition, veteran all-rounder Ravindra Jadeja also declared his retirement from the T20I format on the same day.
The final match witnessed a remarkable performance by Virat Kohli, who scored a record 76 runs off 59 balls, guiding India out of a precarious 34 for three-wicket situation in the powerplay. This pivotal innings paved the way for India’s eventual 176 for seven-wicket victory.
Another highlight of the match was a crucial catch by Suryakumar Yadav, who saved the day by catching a David Miller hit just before going over the boundary. This extraordinary display of athleticism secured India’s victory.
The victory resonated across India, with Prime Minister Narendra Modi, President Droupadi Murmu, and Rahul Gandhi joining fans nationwide in sending well wishes to the team. Xpheno’s decision to declare a holiday reflects the collective pride and excitement felt across the nation, as India’s cricket team brought home the coveted T20 World Cup trophy after a long wait.
