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Kapil Dev Turns 67: BCCI Honors 1983 World Cup-Winning Captain's Legacy

The Board of Control for Cricket in India extended birthday wishes to legendary cricketer Kapil Dev on his 67th birthday. Kapil Dev is celebrated as the captain who led India to its first-ever Cricket World Cup victory in 1983, defeating the West Indies at Lord's. His illustrious career spanned 131 Tests and 225 ODIs, where he amassed 687 international wickets and over 9,000 runs as a formidable all-rounder. He remains one of India's greatest fast-bowling all-rounders and a permanent icon in the sport's history.

Key Points: Kapil Dev's 67th Birthday: BCCI Honors Cricket Legend

  • Led India to historic 1983 World Cup win
  • Took 687 wickets in international cricket
  • Fourth-highest wicket-taker for India overall
  • Scored over 9,000 runs in Tests and ODIs
  • Made his debut for India in 1978
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BCCI wishes 1983 World Cup-winning captain Kapil Dev on his 67th birthday

BCCI wishes Kapil Dev on his 67th birthday. Celebrate the career of India's 1983 World Cup-winning captain, a legendary all-rounder with 687 international wickets.

"He became the first-ever Indian captain to lift an ICC trophy, etching his name permanently in cricket history. - Article"

New Delhi, January 6

The Board of Control for Cricket in India on Tuesday wished former Indian cricketer and 1983 World Cup-winning captain Kapil Dev on his 67th birthday.

Kapil Dev, regarded as one of India's greatest fast-bowling all-rounders, achieved his most remarkable feat when he led India to the 1983 World Cup title, defeating the mighty West Indies at Lord's. He became the first-ever Indian captain to lift an ICC trophy, etching his name permanently in cricket history.

The legendary cricketer made his Test debut for India against arch-rivals Pakistan at Faisalabad in October 1978. In his illustrious Test career, Dev played 131 matches and 227 innings, taking 434 wickets at an average of 29.64.

The former cricketer took 17 four-wicket hauls, 23 fifers and two 10-wicket hauls in Test cricket. Kapil is the third-highest wicket-taker for India in Test cricket. He is also the leading wicket-taker as a pacer for his country.

The Indian legend made his ODI debut against Pakistan at Quetta in October 1978. In his remarkable career, Kapil played 225 matches and 221 innings, taking 253 wickets at an average of 27.45. The right-arm pacer scalped three four-wicket hauls and one fifer in the ODIs.

Dev is also the sixth-highest wicket-taker for India in ODI cricket. He is also the fourth leading wicket-taker for India as a pacer after Javagal Srinath (315), Ajit Agarkar (288), and Zaheer Khan (269).

Overall, Kapil is the fourth-highest wicket-taker for India in international cricket. Kapil, who played 356 matches for India, scalped 687 wickets in his glorious career, along with an average of 28.83. Ahead of him are Harbhajan Singh (707), Ravichandran Ashwin (765) and Anil Kumble (953).

Apart from his bowling skills, the 1983 World Cup-winning captain notched up 5248 runs in Test cricket. Dev smashed eight centuries and 27 half-centuries. In ODIs, Kapil notched up 3783 runs, including 14 half-centuries and one century.

- ANI

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Sarah B
As someone who grew up hearing stories about 1983 from my dad, Kapil Dev is a true icon. The stats show he was a genuine all-rounder in an era where India didn't have many. 687 international wickets and over 9000 runs is phenomenal. Happy 67th!
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Ananya R
A true pioneer for Indian fast bowling! Before him, we were known for spinners. He showed we could produce world-class pacers too. His fitness and longevity were amazing. Wishing him good health and happiness. 🎂
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Michael C
Respectfully, while his achievements are monumental, I feel we sometimes overlook the contributions of other players from that 1983 squad like Mohinder Amarnath and Roger Binny. Kapil was the captain and star, but it was a team effort. Still, a very happy birthday to a great of the game.
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Vikram M
The Haryana Hurricane! 🌀 His 175* against Zimbabwe in the 1983 World Cup when India was 17/5 is stuff of legends. That innings wasn't even televised! We only have radio commentary and memories. A different era, a different kind of hero. Jai Ho Kapil Dev!
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Kriti O
It's amazing to see his records still holding strong. Fourth highest wicket-taker for India overall. And he did it without the kind of support staff or technology today's players have. Pure talent and hard work. A very happy birthday sir!

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