The World Cup is one tournament that turns the cricket pitch into a battlefield. But amidst all the tough matches and fierce competitions this year, there were some moments that made our hearts melt. Be it the victory hug or that of saluting a cricketers journey, we’ve seen it all this season. Here’s taking a look at some of the most heartening moments of World Cup 2015.
South African team captain AB de Villiers hugs Kumar Sangakkara of the Sri Lankan cricket team after their second competitive match that SA won. This was Kumar Sangakkara’s last match since he has retired from one day cricket and a touching moment for the cricketing legend.
New Zealand’s Grant Elliot consoles South African bowler Dale Steyn after NZ won the match.
The New Zealand team celebrates their first time entry into the World Cup semifinals with a group hug.
Suresh Raina and Ajinkya Rahane celebrates the dismissal of Ireland’s Ed Joyce with an embrace. India won the match by eight wickets.
Ireland’s William Porterfield and teammate Gary Wilson share a warm embrace after Portfield reaches the 100 runs mark against Pakistan.
India’s captain and wicket keeper, MS Dhoni, jumps with joy after Suresh Raina caught the ball that took Bangladesh’s batsman Soumya Sarkar’s wicket. India won this match with a 109-run lead.
South African players celebrate the fall of a wicket.
The Indian cricket team celebrated their win against Bangladesh with a group hug (well almost).
Nassir Hossain of Bangladesh jumps into a group hug after knocking England out of the tournament.
The South African team celebrates the dismissal of a UAE player
Sri Lanka’s Kumar Sangakkara, who played his last one day match, gets a warm hug from South African cricketer, Quinton de Kock, after he hit the winning run that ended the quarter final match.
Pakistani team rejoice after sending an Australian player back to the pavilion.
Indian and Ireland fans hug on field while they wait to watch the action unfold.
Virat Kohli is lifted up in the air by Suresh Raina for his superb performance in a match against arch rivals, Pakistan.
Australian cricketers celebrate their victory against Pakistan with a warm embrace.
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