Kapil Dev - A Lifestory
A Legend who Bowled, Batted, and Captained his Way into History
Kapil Dev, born on January 6, 1959, in Chandigarh, is one of cricket's greatest all-rounders, renowned for his fast-medium bowling and hard-hitting batting. He debuted for India in 1978 and became the first player to score over 5,000 runs and take over 400 wickets in Test cricket. His leadership during the 1983 Cricket World Cup, where he led India to its first-ever victory, remains iconic, with his 175-run knock in the final considered a turning point. Despite a rocky start in his Test debut, Kapil's relentless work ethic and "back to basics" training approach helped India succeed. He retired in 1994, leaving behind a legacy of hard work, leadership, and perseverance. His emotional retirement speech marked the end of an era, and his contributions to Indian cricket were recognized with numerous awards, including the Padma Bhushan.
