Meet Haryana Police DSP who guided India to T20 World Cup glory in 2007

TOI Sports Desk / TIMESOFINDIA.COM / Sep 24, 2024, 18:55 IST

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Fast bowler Joginder Sharma, now serving as a DSP with Haryana Police, was key to India's victory in the 2007 ICC T20 World Cup. He bowled the critical final over against Pakistan, securing the win. His mental strength and composure during high-pressure moments are memorable highlights of his cricketing career.

Meet Haryana Police DSP who guided India to T20 World Cup glory in 2007

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The Haryana Police DSP who played a pivotal role in guiding India to their historic 2007 ICC T20 World Cup triumph is Joginder Sharma.
His name got etched in Indian cricket folklore when he bowled the final over in the nerve-wracking final against Pakistan, sealing India’s victory.
However, many may not know that Joginder was soon appointed as Deputy Superintendent of Police (DSP) with the Haryana Police, for his meritorious achievements in the field of sports.
Joginder’s moment of glory came in the high-pressure final at Johannesburg when captain MS Dhoni threw him the ball to bowl the final over with Pakistan needing 13 runs to win with one-wicket in hand.

Joginder Sharma with MS Dhoni. (Pic Credit - X)
Despite his relative inexperience at the international level, Joginder showed immense composure and bravery in that moment.
After conceding a six to Pakistan's Misbah-ul-Haq, Joginder delivered the ball that led to Misbah’s famous attempted scoop shot, which was caught by Sreesanth at short fine leg.
India clinched the inaugural T20 World Cup, and Joginder became an overnight hero.

Before the iconic moment, Joginder had a brief ODI stint but a steady domestic career, representing Haryana in first-class cricket. His all-round abilities with both bat and ball made him a useful addition in the Indian squad for the T20 World Cup.

However, it was his mental strength that helped him rise to the occasion during the high-pressure moments of the tournament.
Post his cricketing career, Joginder joined the Haryana Police and was appointed to the rank of DSP. His contribution to Indian cricket, particularly the unforgettable final over, remains a proud chapter in India’s sporting history.
Incidentally, India won the inaugural T20 World Cup title 17 years ago on this day in 2007.

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