
India defeated England by seven runs in the ICC T20 World Cup 2026 semi-final at Mumbai's Wankhede Stadium, with former captain MS Dhoni present to cheer the team. Social media was flooded with memes linking the victory margin and multiple match details involving the number seven to Dhoni's iconic jersey number, seven, and his nickname 'Thala.' Fans and IPL franchises shared these memes, celebrating the coincidence and Dhoni's enduring influence. The match featured notable performances, including Sanju Samson's 89 runs and Jacob Bethell's century, culminating in a tense finish.
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