The Board of Control for Cricket in India President Jagmohan Dalmiya said on Friday that the Indian team showed admirable skills and played the game in its true spirit before its defeat in the semifinals of the World Cup.
In a statement issued by the Board, Dalmiya said the disappointment of losing in the semifinal was mollified by the hope that the new generation of players had shown the potential.
“I congratulate the entire Indian cricket team for having played some outstanding cricket in the ICC Cricket World Cup 2015. They have indeed displayed some admirable skills while playing the game in its true spirit, and thereby, bringing joy to millions of cricket fans. In spite of the disappointment due to the loss in the semifinal, the fact that the impending generation has showed the desired potential to take Indian cricket to greater heights is quite gratifying,” Dalmiya said.
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The BCCI secretary Anurag Thakur said: “Being present at the venue and having witnessed the match, I was privy to the excitement and joy that our Indian team brings to the spectators. I take this opportunity to thank all our fans across the world and especially those who were present for the semifinal and supported Team India.”