WC 2015 IND vs PAK: President Pranab Mukherjee, PM Narendra Modi among others congratulate Team India

New Delhi: Prime Minister Narendra Modi and President Pranab Mukherjee congratulated the Indian cricket team after it kick-started the campaign in the cricket World Cup with a stupendous win over arch-rivals Pakistan at Adelaide Oval.

Congratulations Indian Team on victory in ICC World Cup's first match; wish you continued success in coming matches #PresidentMukherjee

— President of India (@RashtrapatiBhvn) February 15, 2015

"Congrats Team India. Well played. We are all very proud of you," PM Modi said in his message.

Defending champions India launched their campaign in grand style as they produced a clinical performance to spank Pakistan by 76 runs, maintaining their unbeaten record against the arch-rivals in the mega event.

In the high-voltage match between the bitter rivals, India again emerged victorious in a rather one-sided affair, thus maintaining their magnificent record against Pakistan by winning the sixth consecutive World Cup game since the rivalry started way back in 1992.

Twitter went berserk after famous stars and celebrities took to the micro-blogging site to congratulate Team India.

Leading from the front, the 'Little Master' Sachin Tendulkar, who Team India are missing terribly after his retirement congratualted the MS Dhoni-led side.

What a convincing victory by Team India. Way to go...

— sachin tendulkar (@sachin_rt) February 15, 2015

Indian shooter and former Olympic silver medalist Rajyavardhan Singh Rathore wished the Men in Blue all the very best for the rest of the tournament.

Congratulations to Team India for winning #IndvsPak match. All the best for coming matches.

— Rajyavardhan Rathore (@Ra_THORe) February 15, 2015

Maharashtra Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis also wished the Indian Team.

Congratulations Team India for the spectacular win! Superb team work. Nation is proud of you! #IndiaVSPakistan #IndiabeatsPak

— Devendra Fadnavis (@Dev_Fadnavis) February 15, 2015

Journalist and cricket expert Ayaz Memom praised the team for their well-deserved efforts.

Kohli deservedly MoM, but dont forget Raina's brilliance, Shikhar's resilience, bowlers rising to the occasion& Dhoni's aggressive captaincy

— Cricketwallah (@cricketwallah) February 15, 2015

Bollywood superstar Amitabh Bachchan, who turned commentator for the major clash couldn't control his emotions.

T 1770 - Well played INDIA .. entire team showed resolve, talent and determination ..!! May you continue such onwards .. JAI HIND !!

— Amitabh Bachchan (@SrBachchan) February 15, 2015

Australian cricketer and one who has been associated with Indian cricket coaching Indian Premier League side Sunrisers Hyderabad also wished Team India.

Inevitable but important win for India after a couple of hard months down under, confidence & momentum key to any #WorldCup campaign!

— Tom Moody (@TomMoodyCricket) February 15, 2015