Kavita Krishnamurthy sings the National Anthem at T20 Final and the internet is completely floored
The T20 World Cup final began memorably as Kavita Krishnamurthy performed the national anthem at Narendra Modi Stadium, electrifying the crowd. Fans praised her talent on social media.
Before a single ball was bowled, the Narendra Modi Stadium in Ahmedabad had already given the crowd something to remember.
The internet can't get over Kavita Krishnamurthy's T20 final Anthem
Veteran singer Kavita Krishnamurthy delivered a powerful and stirring rendition of the national anthem, instantly electrifying the atmosphere at the ground before the start of the T20 World Cup final between India and New Zealand.
She stood proudly before the Indian team as the Men in Blue joined her in singing the anthem, dressed in a blue saree that matched the iconic colour of the team's jersey. It was a moment of quiet dignity before what promised to be a very loud evening.
The response online was immediate and overwhelming. Fans across social media could not stop talking about the moment, and the words they used said it all.
"Kavita Krishnamurthy sang the national anthem. Absolute talent, absolute vibe (sic)," wrote one user, summing up in just a few words what thousands were feeling at once.
Others felt it was a decision that deserved to be celebrated in its own right. "Having Kavita Krishnamurthy for National Anthem on final of #T20WorldCup2026final is the best decision by @ICC #JaiHo & yeh NZ bowlers r feeling the heat of big game already (sic)," posted another fan, capturing both the reverence for the moment and the electric anticipation of the match ahead.
For many, it went beyond cricket altogether. "Kavita Krishnamurthy brought patriotic energy to the ICC Cricket World Cup with her powerful rendition of Vande Mataram, filling millions of hearts with pride and unity as India cheers for victory (sic)," wrote one viewer, reflecting the mood of a nation that was watching with bated breath.
It was, by any measure, the perfect start to an evening that would go on to make history.
More about the final
India batted first after New Zealand captain Mitchell Santner won the toss and chose to field. It was a decision that did not quite go to plan for the Kiwis as opener Abhishek Sharma came out swinging from the very first ball, scoring a half-century in just 18 deliveries — a record for this stage of the tournament — as India put up 92 runs in the first six overs without loss.
Sanju Samson kept the momentum going with a fine 89 off 45 balls, his third half-century in as many games. A small wobble in the middle overs was quickly forgotten when Shivam Dube clubbed 24 runs in the final over alone, helping India finish on 255/5 — the highest score ever made in a T20 World Cup final.
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