President, PM congratulate Team India

President Pratibha Patil and Prime Minister Manmohan Singh today congratulated the Indian cricket team for the victory in the cricket tri-series in Australia.

"It is a fabulous victory. This is a victory based on teamwork and strong determination," the President said in a message.

The Prime Minister also praised the Indian team for the spectacular victory over Australia in the best of three finals. India won 2-0.

The Prime Minister intervened in the Rajya Sabha debate on the motion of thanks to the President's address to congratulate the cricket team.

"I am sure all members of this august House will join me in sending our warmest congratulations to all those cricket players who have done our country immensely proud.

"It is an indication of our great potential in the world of sports. Given good leadership and management, we can excel in our sports," Singh said amidst thumping of desks.