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Kapil Dev: Birthday

Indian former cricketer
Born: January 6, 1959

Kapil Dev is a legendary Indian cricketer, celebrated as one of the greatest all-rounders in the history of the sport. Born on January 6, 1959, in Chandigarh, India, Kapil rose to prominence with his explosive batting, disciplined bowling, and inspirational leadership.

Kapil made his international debut in 1978, quickly establishing himself as a formidable fast bowler and hard-hitting lower-order batsman. He became captain of the Indian cricket team in 1982 and famously led India to its first-ever Cricket World Cup victory in 1983, defeating the formidable West Indies in the final. This historic win not only transformed Indian cricket but also galvanized a nation.

During his illustrious career, Kapil amassed 5,248 runs and 434 wickets in Test matches, becoming the first player to achieve the “double” of 5,000 runs and 400 wickets. He was named the Wisden Cricketer of the Year in 1983 and inducted into the ICC Cricket Hall of Fame in 2010.

Post-retirement, Kapil ventured into coaching and commentary and authored his autobiography, Straight from the Heart. Beyond cricket, he is known for his philanthropic work and contributions to Indian sports. Kapil Dev remains an enduring icon, revered for his unparalleled skill, resilience, and sportsmanship.

Kapil Dev’s 5 most popular quotes

  • If you play good cricket, a lot of bad things get hidden.
  • Cricket is very simple… you play till you can sustain.
  • All you have to do is to dream big and try to fulfil it.
  • The next generation has always been and will be better than the previous one. If it is not, then the world would not be moving forward.
  • The hunger to win must not die… The appetite has to remain big.
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