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“They Won Because I Didn’t Watch”: Amitabh Bachchan’s Hilarious “Sacrifice” for India’s T20 World Cup Victory

India etched its name in history once again on March 8, 2026, by securing a massive 96-run victory over New Zealand in the T20 World Cup final at the Narendra Modi Stadium in Ahmedabad. This historic win marked India’s second consecutive World Cup title, triggering nationwide celebrations. While social media was flooded with congratulatory messages from across the globe, Bollywood Megastar Amitabh Bachchan stole the spotlight with a witty and sentimental tweet that quickly went viral among cricket fans.

Known for his deep-rooted superstitions regarding Indian cricket, the legendary actor claimed that his decision to skip watching the match live was the secret behind the team’s success. “I already said that if I don’t watch the match, India wins… and that is exactly what happened,” Bachchan tweeted playfully. He has admitted in the past that he often feels like a “jinx,” believing that whenever he tunes in to a live broadcast, the national team’s luck seems to fade. To ensure India’s victory in the high-stakes final, he chose to stay away from the screen entirely.

The tweet sparked a wave of humorous responses from fans and netizens alike. While some jokingly thanked him for his “great sacrifice” and urged him to continue skipping matches for the sake of the team, others joined in by sharing their own quirky match-day rituals. Despite his self-imposed ban on watching the live action, Bachchan expressed immense pride in the team’s performance as they dominated the Black Caps to remain the world champions. The victory at Ahmedabad has further solidified India’s dominance in the T20 format, with the Bollywood icon’s lighthearted commentary adding a touch of humor to the golden

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