Brewed to perfection: Varun Chakravarthy's World Cup moment

India’s T20 World Cup victory was a night of celebration, and while the win itself was historic, one image captured hearts and laughs across the cricketing world. After Sanju Samson’s blistering 89 off 46 balls helped India post a formidable 255-5 in the final against New Zealand, the bowlers did their job, restricting the visitors to 159 and sealing a memorable triumph.

But it was Varun Chakravarthy , India’s enigmatic mystery spinner, who added an unforgettable twist to the celebrations. Posing with the T20 World Cup trophy and a simple white tea mug, Chakravarthy evoked memories of Wing Commander Abhinandan Varthaman’s iconic ‘tea is fantastic’ moment from 2019. The image quickly went viral, with fans describing it as “elite trolling” of Pakistan, while others blended it with his humorous pose during India’s Champions Trophy celebrations.

Social media erupted with reactions ranging from playful “whole Pakistan cooked” memes to gentle reminders to keep the spirit of celebration kind and inclusive. Chakravarthy’s subtle humor, combined with the backdrop of India’s first back-to-back T20 World Cup win, ensured that this moment would be remembered far beyond the cricket pitch.

The victory, powered by Samson’s explosive batting and India’s disciplined bowling attack, was celebrated not just as a sporting achievement but as a reminder of the joy, camaraderie, and lightheartedness that cricket can bring. And thanks to Chakravarthy’s tea-in-hand photo, fans got a perfect mix of sporting glory and cheeky humor —a snapshot destined for cricketing history.