Independence Day Special: List Of Indian Cricket Victories On 15th August

15th August 1947, a date that brings a lot of joy to millions of Indians, a day that no Indian will ever forget, gaining independence from the British Raj combined with many sacrifices, and battles.

India not only attained freedom from the British but also learned the art of playing Cricket, so much so that today India is one of the top teams in World Cricket.

As India gears up to celebrate its 77th Independence Day, let's have a look at the 2 instances where Indian Cricket played and won matches on the 15th of August.

2 Instances of India cricket Team wins on 15th August

1. England vs India, 2021 Lord's. London

This was the first instance when India played a match on Independence Day, This match was played between India and England at Lord's, where India registered a terrific come-from-behind victory, in this game the Indian tail of Jasprit Bumrah and Mohammad Shami added a 70 run partnership which helped India win the game by 151 runs.

2. West Indies vs India 2019, Port Of Spain, Trinidad

Another feat achieved by India on Independence Day, this game was played on the 14th of August but due to rain intervention, the match stretched to midnight according to Indian Standard Time. Coming to the game India was chasing an adjusted target of 256, where Virat Kohli scored a magnificent knock of 114 not off 99 balls helping India to win the game and the series.