1983 World Cup winner Yashpal Sharma dies of heart attack
3 years, 5 months ago

1983 World Cup winner Yashpal Sharma dies of heart attack

India TV News  

Former Indian cricketer and 1983 World Cup winner Yashpal Sharma has died of massive cardiac arrest on Tuesday at the age of 66. He played a pivotal role in India's 1983 World Cup winning team with a memorable 89-run match-winning knock that handed the great West Indies team their first defeat at the biggest stage. Yashpal's character will be portrayed by Sacred Games-famed actor Jatin Sharma in upcoming movie '83, which plays tribute to the 1983-winning World Cup team. Related Stories Exclusive: Game against South Africa will be challenging, says Yashpal Sharma World Cup: Rohit Sharma, a failed test batsman to a match winner in ODI DDCA inducts Yashpal Sharma and Sunil Valson in its new CAC He made his ODI debut earlier in 1978 against Pakistan while amassing 883 runs at an average of 28.48.

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Sunil Gavaskar says 1983 World Cup-winning team will help Vinod Kambli: ‘When fortunes don’t smile at them…’
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Sunil Gavaskar says 1983 World Cup-winning team will help Vinod Kambli: ‘When fortunes don’t smile at them…’

Live Mint  

Legendary cricketer Sunil Gavaskar has said that India’s first World Cup-winning team of 1983 will take care of Vinod Kambli, who has been battling severe health issues, and help him get back on his feet, according to a report by Sports Today. Veteran cricketers have showed concerns over Kambli's health after a video of the former India cricketer clinging onto …

Rohit Sharma and Co. eye 1983 repeat after Cummins, Starc, Hazlewood leave India in tatters in World Cup final
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Rohit Sharma and Co. eye 1983 repeat after Cummins, Starc, Hazlewood leave India in tatters in World Cup final

Hindustan Times  

India put in a rather quiet batting show in the first innings of their ongoing 2023 World Cup final vs Australia, at the Narendra Modi Stadium in Ahmedabad. India will be looking to repeat their 1983 heroics in the World Cup final. This is the fourth time a team has scored less than 200, batting first, in the World Cup …

World Cup nostalgia: Kapil Dev, 1983, Lord's and India's greatest win of all time
1 year, 3 months ago

World Cup nostalgia: Kapil Dev, 1983, Lord's and India's greatest win of all time

Hindustan Times  

Despite having won two of their four previous games against the world champions, India hardly attracted favouritism going into the final of the 1983 edition. India had blown hot and cold, losing to Australia and then to the Caribbeans in the league stage, needing a near-miraculous unbeaten 175 from Kapil Dev to beat back Zimbabwe’s spirited challenge and then defeating …

'India were lucky to win World Cup. None of their players impressed...': West Indies legend Andy Roberts on 1983 final
1 year, 6 months ago

'India were lucky to win World Cup. None of their players impressed...': West Indies legend Andy Roberts on 1983 final

Hindustan Times  

Legendary West Indies fast bowler Andy Roberts feels India were "lucky" to win the 1983 World Cup. World Cup Final 1983 Kapil Dev Mohinder Amarnath with the World Cup India were clubbed with two-time world champions West Indies and Australia in the same group that also featured Zimbabwe. India's record in the previous two editions of the World Cup did …

Andy Roberts on 1983 World Cup final: Wasn’t particularly impressed with Indian batters and bowlers
1 year, 6 months ago

Andy Roberts on 1983 World Cup final: Wasn’t particularly impressed with Indian batters and bowlers

The Hindu  

On June 25, 1983, at the Lord’s Cricket Ground, Indian cricket turned a new leaf, changing the game’s image forever. Sportstar had an exclusive chat with Sir Andy Roberts, who was part of the West Indies squad that lost to India in the 1983 World Cup final. READ |India’s 1983 World Cup triumph: Where were you when Kapil’s Devils made …

Daily Quiz | On 1983 World Cup
1 year, 6 months ago

Daily Quiz | On 1983 World Cup

The Hindu  

Daily Quiz | On 1983 World Cup Copy link Email Facebook Twitter Telegram LinkedIn WhatsApp Reddit YOUR SCORE 0 /7 RETAKE THE QUIZ 1 / 7 | June 25 was already part of Indian cricket folklore much before Kapil Dev lifted the Prudential Cup at Lord’s in 1983. YES NO Answer : India made its Test debut against England on …

Yashpal Sharma on 40 years of India’s 1983 World Cup win: The final will be remembered for Kapil Dev’s catch of Viv Richards
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Yashpal Sharma on 40 years of India’s 1983 World Cup win: The final will be remembered for Kapil Dev’s catch of Viv Richards

The Hindu  

India’s limited-overs cricket received a shot in the arm when the team, dubbed ‘Kapil’s Devils’, marched to a sensational World Cup triumph at Lord’s in 1983. This conversation is from the Opus India book where the late Yashpal Sharma, member of the 1983 World Cup squad, spoke to Vijay Lokapally in what was to be his final interview. I was …

‘83 director Kabir Khan on 40 years of India’s 1983 World Cup win: It was my ode to what I saw around me as a child
1 year, 6 months ago

‘83 director Kabir Khan on 40 years of India’s 1983 World Cup win: It was my ode to what I saw around me as a child

The Hindu  

Kabir Khan was just in his teens when India scripted history by clinching the World Cup in 1983. On the 40th anniversary of the 1983 title win, Khan talks to Sportstar about the real-to-reel journey… What’s the first memory that comes to your mind when we talk about the 1983 World Cup? Years later, what prompted you to choose India’s …

Madan Lal on 40 years of India’s 1983 World Cup win: We ended the West Indies’ dominance in world cricket
1 year, 6 months ago

Madan Lal on 40 years of India’s 1983 World Cup win: We ended the West Indies’ dominance in world cricket

The Hindu  

India’s limited-overs cricket received a shot in the arm when the team, dubbed ‘Kapil’s Devils’, marched to a sensational World Cup triumph at Lord’s in 1983. READ | 1983 Cricket World Cup Special, Prudential World Cup According to you, what was that particular moment when things turned India’s way? After our win, smaller teams started believing that if India could …

1983 World Cup Win: 40 Years To The Day Kapil Dev & Co. Achieved The Unimaginable
1 year, 6 months ago

1983 World Cup Win: 40 Years To The Day Kapil Dev & Co. Achieved The Unimaginable

ABP News  

On June 25, 1983, the Kapil Dev-led Indian team beat the mighty West Indies in a thriling final at the Lord's in London to become the World Champions for the first-time ever. There were several instances during India's 1983 World Cup campaign when it felt that perhaps it was too much to ask from the team to go on to …

Kris Srikkanth on 40 years of India’s 1983 World Cup win: Title win made every Indian proud of their heritage
1 year, 6 months ago

Kris Srikkanth on 40 years of India’s 1983 World Cup win: Title win made every Indian proud of their heritage

The Hindu  

India’s limited-overs cricket received a shot in the arm when the team, dubbed ‘Kapil’s Devils’, marched to a sensational World Cup triumph at Lord’s in 1983. It’s been four decades since you and the Indian team lifted their maiden World Cup trophy in London. What the World Cup win did was make every Indian across the globe proud of their …

40 years of India’s 1983 World Cup: Kapil’s Devils and how their successful WC campaigns panned out
1 year, 6 months ago

40 years of India’s 1983 World Cup: Kapil’s Devils and how their successful WC campaigns panned out

The Hindu  

If you have trouble viewing this package, Kabir Khan was just in his teens when India scripted history by clinching the World Cup in 1983. On the 40th anniversary of the 1983 title win, Khan talks to Sportstar about the real-to-reel journey… India’s 1983 World Cup win was a historic moment in the game’s tradition. Several people watched Kapil Dev …

40 years of 1983 World Cup triumph: India down mighty West Indies to revolutionise nation's sporting destiny
1 year, 6 months ago

40 years of 1983 World Cup triumph: India down mighty West Indies to revolutionise nation's sporting destiny

India Today  

Kapil Dev's image of holding the World Cup trophy at Lord's is seared into the memories of every Indian cricket fan. Forty years ago today, the Kapil Dev-led Indian cricket team defied the odds and won the Cricket World Cup, defeating the mighty West Indies in the final at Lord's Cricket Ground. Today, cricket is one of the most popular …

Sportstar Aces Awards 2023 | Over the years, we have grown from teammates to family, says Gavaskar
1 year, 10 months ago

Sportstar Aces Awards 2023 | Over the years, we have grown from teammates to family, says Gavaskar

The Hindu  

It may be close to 40 years since the Indian team defied the odds to lift the 1983 Cricket World Cup trophy, but memories of that stirring victory will never fade. Members of the team, led by the irrepressible Kapil Dev, were full of anecdotes as they held centrestage at the Sportstar Aces Awards 2023 at The Taj Mahal Palace …

1983 World Cup winning team pays tribute to Yashpal Sharma at Sportstar Aces Awards
1 year, 10 months ago

1983 World Cup winning team pays tribute to Yashpal Sharma at Sportstar Aces Awards

The Hindu  

It may be 40 years since the Indian team defied the odds to lift the 1983 Cricket World Cup trophy, but memories of that stirring victory will never fade. ⭐️#SportstarAces honours the legends of the 1983 WORLD CUP WINNING TEAM🏏🏆 Live Stream➡️https://t.co/tY2D8BmY2Vpic.twitter.com/nQOJ4FpRbB — Sportstar February 27, 2023 Tributes were paid to batter Yashpal Sharma, who passed away a couple of …

1983: India wins cricket World Cup
2 years, 4 months ago

1983: India wins cricket World Cup

The Hindu  

Published : Aug 15, 2022 06:00 IST June 25, 1983, was a day that forever changed the course of Indian sports. India won the 1983 Prudential World Cup, beating Clive Lloyd’s mighty West Indies team, arguably the greatest team in the history of the game. Even as the world stood surprised that India could make it so far, most considered …

Yashpal Sharma Birth Anniversary: A look at late cricketer's top batting performances for India
2 years, 4 months ago

Yashpal Sharma Birth Anniversary: A look at late cricketer's top batting performances for India

Firstpost  

During his six-year-long career for India, Sharma featured in 37 Tests and 42 ODIs in which he scored a total of 1,606 and 883 runs respectively. 89 vs West Indies : Sharma smashed his highest ODI score in the first match of the 1983 World Cup against the mighty West Indies. 40 vs Australia : It became a must-win situation …

39 years of 1983 World Cup triumph: When Kapil's Devils brought down the mighty West Indies to inspire a nation
2 years, 6 months ago

39 years of 1983 World Cup triumph: When Kapil's Devils brought down the mighty West Indies to inspire a nation

India Today  

India may be one of the most dominant cricket nations in the world at the moment but the seeds for the dominance were sown on this day, 39 years ago as Kapil Dev-led Indian team won the coveted Cricket World Cup trophy, beating the mighty West Indies in the final. In the big final, India were up against the mighty …

On This Day: India beat England in the 1983 World Cup semi-final
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On This Day: India beat England in the 1983 World Cup semi-final

Firstpost  

India chase down the 214 run target to beat England in the semi-finals of the 1983 World Cup. India were involved in their first knockout appearance in a World Cup as they took on hosts England back in the 1983 World Cup. In their chase of 214 runs, India started confidently but openers Sunil Gavaskar and Kris Srikkanth were sent …

83 Special: Meet the Heroes of India's 1983 World Cup win - Roger Binny
3 years ago

83 Special: Meet the Heroes of India's 1983 World Cup win - Roger Binny

India TV News  

Roger Binny ended up as the highest wicket-taker for India in the 1983 World Cup with 18 wickets. On 25 June 1983, India under the leadership of legendary all-rounder Kapil Dev scripted history by winning the Prudential World Cup for the maiden time. Kapil Dev famously became the first Indian captain to lift the Cricket World Cup as the Indian …

83 Special: Meet the Heroes of India's 1983 World Cup win - Mohinder Amarnath
3 years ago

83 Special: Meet the Heroes of India's 1983 World Cup win - Mohinder Amarnath

India TV News  

Mohinder Amarnath was one of the chief architects of India's maiden World Cup win in 1983. Amarnath scored a patient 80-ball 26 in the final and then registered scintillating match figures of 7-0-12-3 to help India win the World Cup. On 25 June 1983, India under the leadership of legendary all-rounder Kapil Dev scripted history by winning the Prudential World …

BCCI President Ganguly, secretary Shah mourn Yashpal Sharma's death
3 years, 5 months ago

BCCI President Ganguly, secretary Shah mourn Yashpal Sharma's death

The Hindu  

The BCCI on Tuesday condoled the death of former India batsman and World Cup winner Yashpal Sharma, saying the country has "lost one of our cricketing heroes". "Yashpal Sharma will be remembered by all for his batting heroics in India's 1983 World Cup winning campaign. Apart from being one of the key architects from that historic win, he also had …

'We have lost one of our cricketing heroes': BCCI mourns the demise of World Cup-winner Yashpal Sharma
3 years, 5 months ago

'We have lost one of our cricketing heroes': BCCI mourns the demise of World Cup-winner Yashpal Sharma

Hindustan Times  

BCCI have sent their tribute to 1983 World Cup-winner Yashpal Sharma, who died on Tuesday due to a cardiac arrest. READ | Yashpal Sharma, the quiet hero of India’s 1983 World Cup triumph, dies He played 160 First-Class matches and scored 8933 runs in addition to 1859 runs in List A cricket. “Yashpal Sharma will be remembered by all for …

Srikkanth remembers Yashpal Sharma - 'A fighter with the bat, a terrific fielder and a fine man'
3 years, 5 months ago

Srikkanth remembers Yashpal Sharma - 'A fighter with the bat, a terrific fielder and a fine man'

The Hindu  

K. Srikkanth was not only Yashpal Sharma’s teammate during the triumphant World Cup campaign in 1983 but also worked with the late batsman as a selector that put together the 2011 Indian World Cup winning team. My heart goes out to his family.” READ: Gundappa Viswanath remembers ‘gritty cricketer’ Yashpal Sharma Srikkanth revealed, “We, the team members of the 1983 …

BCCI president Sourav Ganguly pays tribute to Yashpal Sharma
3 years, 5 months ago

BCCI president Sourav Ganguly pays tribute to Yashpal Sharma

Hindustan Times  

Board of Control for Cricket in India president and former India captain Sourav Ganguly paid tribute to former India cricketer Yashpal Sharma, who passed away on Tuesday morning due to cardiac arrest. 14 January 1982 - Yashpal Sharma on the second day of the fifth Test at Chepauk Stadium, Madras. Yashpal Sharma was part of the Indian selection panel when …

Yashpal Sharma, the quiet hero of India’s 1983 World Cup triumph, dies
3 years, 5 months ago

Yashpal Sharma, the quiet hero of India’s 1983 World Cup triumph, dies

Hindustan Times  

“Kapil’s Devils” will sadly be one member short from now on. Yashpal Sharma, one of the quiet heroes of India’s historic 1983 World Cup triumph in England, died on Tuesday following a cardiac arrest. Mention the 1983 World Cup campaigns and the images that spring to mind are Kapil’s 175* against Zimbabwe at Tunbridge Wells and his running catch to …

When Yashpal Sharma hit a statement six off Bob Willis at the 1983 World Cup
3 years, 5 months ago

When Yashpal Sharma hit a statement six off Bob Willis at the 1983 World Cup

Hindustan Times  

It’s a go-to shot in white ball cricket now, walking across the stumps and heaving the ball behind square-leg against fuller length deliveries. WATCH VIDEO - Yashpal Sharma innings against England in 1983 World Cup semi-final Here, Sharma did something completely unexpected, but perfectly in line with India's astonishing run in the tournament. “That six he hit over fine-leg moving …

Yashpal Sharma: A batsman of immense resilience, a man of few words
3 years, 5 months ago

Yashpal Sharma: A batsman of immense resilience, a man of few words

The Hindu  

They loved calling him “gutsy” and “solid” at the crease. And Yashpal always came across a cricketer who did not seem happy being referred to as just “gutsy.” He was particularly angry at being denied recognition for his contributions at the World Cup. “I never had a godfather and had to strive to keep my place.” So, Yashpal would bat …

Yashpal Sharma's demise shocks India's 1983 World Cup manager PR Man Singh
3 years, 5 months ago

Yashpal Sharma's demise shocks India's 1983 World Cup manager PR Man Singh

The Hindu  

Man Singh, manager of the victorious Indian team in the 1983 World Cup, expressed shock at the demise of Yashpal Sharma. Only three weeks back in Delhi, we met to celebrate the 38th anniversary of our historic win and he was also there,” Man Singh informed The Hindu. READ: “I must say it was Yashpal who gave the impetus in …

Yashpal Sharma passes away: Ranveer Singh, Jatin Sarna pay tribute to veteran cricketer
3 years, 5 months ago

Yashpal Sharma passes away: Ranveer Singh, Jatin Sarna pay tribute to veteran cricketer

Firstpost  

Jatin Sarna, who essays the role of Yashpal Sharma in sports drama 83, shared pictures with the veteran during his preparation for the film. The cast of the upcoming sports drama 83, actors Ranveer Singh, Saqib Saleem and Jatin Sarna, on Tuesday, mourned the loss of veteran cricketer Yashpal Sharma and said it was impossible to believe that India’s 1983 …

PM Narendra Modi condoles demise of Yashpal Sharma
3 years, 5 months ago

PM Narendra Modi condoles demise of Yashpal Sharma

India TV News  

Yashpal Sharma, India's 1983 World Cup hero and the backbone of the team's middle-order at the peak of his batting prowess, passed away on Tuesday after suffering a cardiac arrest. “Yashpal Sharma was a great player of cricket who contributed significantly to India's historic victory in the 1983 Cricket World Cup. President Ramnath Kovind also mourned the death of Sharma …

Gundappa Viswanath remembers ‘gritty cricketer’ Yashpal Sharma
3 years, 5 months ago

Gundappa Viswanath remembers ‘gritty cricketer’ Yashpal Sharma

The Hindu  

Gundappa Viswanath vividly remembers that January afternoon in Chennai, when he stitched together a 316-run stand with Yashpal Sharma. READ: Yashpal Sharma, 1983 World Cup-winning cricketer, passes away “We batted the whole day. I never expected that our off the field partnership would end so soon…” Even though Sharma witnessed highs and lows in his short international career, he had …

Yashpal Sharma passes away: 'His contribution shall always be remembered', cricketing world mourns loss of 1983 World Cup hero
3 years, 5 months ago

Yashpal Sharma passes away: 'His contribution shall always be remembered', cricketing world mourns loss of 1983 World Cup hero

Firstpost  

From Sachin Tendulkar to Yuvraj Singh, cricketing world mourns the loss of former India cricketer Yashpal Sharma Former India cricketer Yashpal Sharma passed away on the morning of 13 July due to cardiac arrest in Delhi. Om Shanti🙏 pic.twitter.com/k4EB3fz0fU — VVS Laxman July 13, 2021 A courageous batsman If current Indian batsmen are celebrated for their audacity, it was Yashpal …

Jatin Sarna, who plays Yashpal Sharma in Ranveer Singh's '83, pays tribute to late cricketer
3 years, 5 months ago

Jatin Sarna, who plays Yashpal Sharma in Ranveer Singh's '83, pays tribute to late cricketer

India TV News  

Former India batsman Yashpal Sharma passed away on Tuesday at his home in Noida. Yashpal sir can't believe, you can not leave so soon abhi toh paari baaki thi, Abhi toh mulakaat baaki thi aapke ghar aana tha milne mujhe, Saath mai film dekhni thi aapke, aapke expression dekhne thae. The team of the film '83 also paid tribute to …

Former cricketer Yashpal Sharma, member of 1983 World Cup winning team, passes away
3 years, 5 months ago

Former cricketer Yashpal Sharma, member of 1983 World Cup winning team, passes away

Op India  

Former Indian cricketer Yashpal Sharma, who was also a member of the squad that won the 1983 World Cup under the leadership of Kapil Dev, died on Tuesday after suffering a cardiac arrest. Yashpal was one of the crucial players in India’s triumph in the 1983 world cup, scoring 240 runs at an average of 34.28 in the series, including …

Yashpal Sharma, the man who started India's 1983 World Cup campaign with a bang
3 years, 5 months ago

Yashpal Sharma, the man who started India's 1983 World Cup campaign with a bang

Hindustan Times  

Yashpal Sharma, a member of India’s 1983 World Cup-winning squad, passed away on Tuesday morning due to a cardiac arrest, leaving the Indian cricketing fraternity into mourning. Yashpal Sharma The right-hander, who also served as a member of India’s selection committee in the early part of 2000s, had first forced the pundits to take a note when he slammed 260 …

Jatin Sarna, Who Portrays Yashpal Sharma in 83 Movie, Pens Emotional Tribute to Late Cricketer
3 years, 5 months ago

Jatin Sarna, Who Portrays Yashpal Sharma in 83 Movie, Pens Emotional Tribute to Late Cricketer

News 18  

India’s 1983 World Cup hero Yashpal Sharma died on Tuesday after suffering a cardiac arrest in New Delhi. Actor Jatin Sarna, who is all set to portray Yashpal Sharma in the Kabir Khan sports drama 83, has posted a moving tribute to the late cricketer on his Instagram account. The movie stars Ranveer Singh as Kapil Dev, who led the …

‘May his soul rest in peace’: Sachin, Sehwag, Shastri & others mourn death of 1983 World Cup winner Yashpal Sharma
3 years, 5 months ago

‘May his soul rest in peace’: Sachin, Sehwag, Shastri & others mourn death of 1983 World Cup winner Yashpal Sharma

Hindustan Times  

Former India cricketer and a member of 1983 World Cup-winning squad Yashpal Sharma passed away on Tuesday due to cardiac arrest at the age of 66. Former cricketer Yashpal Sharma Born in Ludhiana on August 11, 1954, Sharma was regarded as one of the finest middle-order batsmen. After making his international debut in 1979 against England, Sharma played 37 Tests …

Former India cricketer and World Cup winner Yashpal Sharma passes away
3 years, 5 months ago

Former India cricketer and World Cup winner Yashpal Sharma passes away

Firstpost  

In his international career, Yashpal played 37 Tests, scoring 1606 runs, and 42 ODIs in which he made 883. New Delhi: India’s 1983 World Cup hero Yashpal Sharma, who was admired for being a gutsy middle-order batsman at the peak of his prowess, passed away on Tuesday after suffering a massive cardiac arrest here. In Ranji Trophy, where he represented …

Yashpal Sharma, India's 1983 World Cup winning team member, passes away
3 years, 5 months ago

Yashpal Sharma, India's 1983 World Cup winning team member, passes away

Hindustan Times  

Former Indian cricketer Yashpal Sharma, a member of the 1983 World Cup-winning squad, passed away due to cardiac arrest on Tuesday morning, news agency PTI reported citing family sources. Former Indian cricketer Yashpal Sharma He was an important member of Kapil Dev's side that won the World Cup in England in 1983. Sharma was India's second highest scorer behind Kapil …

Yashpal Sharma, 1983 World Cup winning India cricketer passes away
3 years, 5 months ago

Yashpal Sharma, 1983 World Cup winning India cricketer passes away

The Hindu  

Best remembered for his exploits in the 1983 World Cup, Yashpal Sharma succumbed to a massive heart attack on Tuesday morning. READ: Gundappa Viswanath remembers ‘gritty cricketer’ Yashpal Sharma A similar approach in ODIs rescued India thrice during the historic 1983 World Cup-triumph! Reviving the innings K. Srikkanth, Sunil Gavaskar, Mohinder Amarnath, Sandeep Patil and Kapil Dev fell with just …

On this day 25 June 1983: When India won the 1983 World Cup: Meet Kapil's Devils!
4 years, 6 months ago

On this day 25 June 1983: When India won the 1983 World Cup: Meet Kapil's Devils!

The Hindu  

Kapil Dev: Leading from the front, the Indian skipper had memorable outing in the tournament. Sharma’s 89-run innings in a group match against the West Indies helped India stun the two-time world champions by 34 runs. Even though it wasn’t a fire-cracker of a tournament for the batting ace, he contributed 38 runs in the final against West Indies, which …

On this day 25 June 1983: When India won the 1983 World Cup: Meet Kapil's Devils!
4 years, 6 months ago

On this day 25 June 1983: When India won the 1983 World Cup: Meet Kapil's Devils!

The Hindu  

Kapil Dev: Leading from the front, the Indian skipper had memorable outing in the tournament. Sharma’s 89-run innings in a group match against the West Indies helped India stun the two-time world champions by 34 runs. Even though it wasn’t a fire-cracker of a tournament for the batting ace, he contributed 38 runs in the final against West Indies, which …

World Cup 1983: 37 years since victory, where are they now?
4 years, 6 months ago

World Cup 1983: 37 years since victory, where are they now?

The Hindu  

The 1983 World Cup winning team is the most iconic bunch of cricketers from India. He was chairman of the Indian cricket board selection committee which picked the 2011 World Cup winning team and then he concentrated on a career in broadcasting. First-class cricket kept him busy for the next eight years and he also played for the State Bank …

Quiz: Cricket World Cup, 1983
4 years, 8 months ago

Quiz: Cricket World Cup, 1983

The Hindu  

Quiz Cricket World Cup, 1983 1 / 8 | The West Indies restricted India to 183 runs in the 1983 World Cup final. Barrie Meyer David Shepherd Dusty Rhodes Next 3 / 8 | In its first group-stage match, India handed the West Indies its first ever World Cup defeat. Gordon Greenidge and Desmond Haynes Andy Roberts and Joel Garner …

83: First character poster of Uri actor Dhairya Karwa as Ravi Shastri released from Kabir Khan's cricket drama
4 years, 11 months ago

83: First character poster of Uri actor Dhairya Karwa as Ravi Shastri released from Kabir Khan's cricket drama

Firstpost  

83, which sees Ranveer Singh emulate former Indian skipper Kapil Dev, chronicles Indian cricket team’s historic 1983 World Cup triumph against the West Indies team. The latest addition to the series of character posters from Kabir Khan’s upcoming sports drama 83 is of Dhairya Karwa. The actor, who was last seen Vicky Kaushal’s National Award winning film Uri: The Surgical …

Ranveer Singh unveils first look of Chirag as his real-life father Sandeep Patil from Kabir Khan's sports drama 83
4 years, 11 months ago

Ranveer Singh unveils first look of Chirag as his real-life father Sandeep Patil from Kabir Khan's sports drama 83

Firstpost  

Kabir Khan’s 83 stars Ranveer Singh as Kapil Dev, who led the team to India’s first-ever World Cup win in the final against against West Indies. The first look of Chirag Patil, who will emulate his father cricketer Sandeep Patil, in Kabir Khan’s sports drama 83 has been released. The first look describes his character as ‘a mighty batsman who …

83: First look of Tamil actor Jiiva as K Srikkanth released in character poster of Kabir Khan's sports drama
4 years, 11 months ago

83: First look of Tamil actor Jiiva as K Srikkanth released in character poster of Kabir Khan's sports drama

Firstpost  

Kabir Khan’s 83 features Ranveer Singh as Kapil Dev, who led the team to India’s first-ever World Cup win against the West Indies. The first look of Tamil actor Jiiva from Kabir Khan’s sports drama 83 has been released. Khan ’s upcoming sports drama narrates the story of the Indian cricket team’s historic 1983 World Cup triumph against West Indies …

83: Ranveer Singh, Saqib Saleem, Jatin Sarna wrap up London schedule of Kabir Khan's sports drama
5 years, 4 months ago

83: Ranveer Singh, Saqib Saleem, Jatin Sarna wrap up London schedule of Kabir Khan's sports drama

Firstpost  

83 is based on India’s iconic win in the Cricket World Cup in the year 1983 with Ranveer SIngh playing the role of former Indian skipper Kapil Dev. Ranveer Singh, who will be seen next in Kabir Khan’s 83, took to Instagram to announce the schedule wrap of the film in London The 34-year-old actor who is known for his …

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