New Delhi, July 10: Prime Minister Narendra Modi appreciated Indian Cricket team’s fighting spirit in the semi-final of the ICC Cricket World Cup., even as he termed India’s loss in the match as a “disappointing result”. The Prime Minister said that India batted, bowled and fielded well throughout the tournament and the entire nation was proud of them. He also extended his best wishes to Team India for their future endeavours. India Crash Out of ICC Cricket World Cup 2019 After Losing to New Zealand, Kane Williamson and Co Qualify for Final.

PM Modi tweeted, “A disappointing result, but good to see #TeamIndia’s fighting spirit till the very end. India batted, bowled, fielded well throughout the tournament, of which we are very proud. Wins and losses are a part of life. Best wishes to the team for their future endeavours.” India vs New Zealand Highlights of Semi-Final Match: India Crash Out of ICC Cricket World Cup 2019.

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Earlier in the day, New Zealand beat India by 18 runs to reach the final of ICC Cricket World Cup 2019. Batting first, the Black Caps set a target of 240 runs. . At one stage India were tottering at 92 for six, with their top three back in the pavilion after scoring one run each. MS Dhoni and Ravindra Jadeja exhibited a spirited fight. In the end, Dhoni’s run out dashed hopes of qualifying for the finals.

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