1983 World Cup: When BBC missed Kapil Dev's 'surgical strike' on Zimbabwe
5 years, 8 months ago

1983 World Cup: When BBC missed Kapil Dev's 'surgical strike' on Zimbabwe

The Hindu  

Skipper Kapil Dev won the toss and was batting! READ| The 1983 World Cup: A view from behind the stumps Kapil had to cut short his dalliance with the shower as he was in next wicket down! READ| 1975 World Cup final: West Indies’ triumph of character and skill Madan Lal was the next man in and he tried to play it like Binny, to keep one end up and to let Kapil fire away. READ| 1975 World Cup: When Alvin Kallicharran took Dennis Lillee to task The match was played on a pitch at the edge of the square and this gave the ground a lop-sided dimension. The BBC was also on strike and missed Kapil’s ‘surgical strike.’ India had to win this game to make the semifinals and Kapil ensured that as his team restricted Zimbabwe to 235.

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‘Did not call me’: Kapil Dev on why he was not present for India vs Australia World Cup final
1 year, 1 month ago

‘Did not call me’: Kapil Dev on why he was not present for India vs Australia World Cup final

Firstpost  

Kapil Dev, the captain of the 1983 World Cup-winning team, said that he had not received an invitation for the India vs Australia final. With many celebrities in attendance, including 2011 World Cup winner Sachin Tendulkar, there was the absence of Kapil Dev, captain of the iconic 1983 World Cup-winning team, that stood out. Kapil Dev, who led India to …

Rohit Sharma and Co. eye 1983 repeat after Cummins, Starc, Hazlewood leave India in tatters in World Cup final
1 year, 1 month ago

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 …

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 …

Kapil Dev and Co. ring in 40th anniversary of 1983 World Cup triumph with private get-together in Mumbai
1 year, 6 months ago

Kapil Dev and Co. ring in 40th anniversary of 1983 World Cup triumph with private get-together in Mumbai

The Hindu  

Members of the 1983 World Cup-winning team came together in a private get-together in Mumbai to celebrate the 40th anniversary of their historic victory on Sunday. The 1983 team also invited Chandu Borde and Bishan Singh Bedi, the two surviving selectors from that period. A throwback to when the 1983 World Cup-winning team was felicitated at the Sportstar Aces Awards …

India’s 1983 World Cup triumph: Where were you when Kapil’s Devils made history? Fans share memories
1 year, 6 months ago

India’s 1983 World Cup triumph: Where were you when Kapil’s Devils made history? Fans share memories

The Hindu  

India’s 1983 World Cup win was a historic moment in the game’s tradition. Listen to the full chat with G Viswanath for more anecdotes and memories from 1983 All Indian journalists believed that Clive Lloyd’s West Indies will win the World Cup. --xx-- WATCH: We catch up with journalists at The Hindu to find out their memories of the 1983 …

40 years of 1983 World Cup win: Kirti Azad says Ian Botham’s dismissal in semifinal was planned
1 year, 6 months ago

40 years of 1983 World Cup win: Kirti Azad says Ian Botham’s dismissal in semifinal was planned

The Hindu  

Kirti Azad played an important role in the 1983 World Cup when he produced a magical spell of 12-1-28-1 in the semifinal against England. What was the impact of the 1983 World Cup win? READ | 1983 Cricket World Cup Special, Prudential World Cup What were the strong points of the win? Our 1983 win laid the foundation for successes …

Ravi Shastri on 40 years of India’s 1983 World Cup win: If younger generation is prospering the way it is today, it must thank ‘83
1 year, 6 months ago

Ravi Shastri on 40 years of India’s 1983 World Cup win: If younger generation is prospering the way it is today, it must thank ‘83

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. Ravi Shastri, a member of the 1983 World Cup squad, looks back at the memorable campaign. And it was the first time a team other than the West Indies had won a World Cup, …

Sunil Valson on 40 years of India’s 1983 World Cup win: Was an incredible boost to our sporting dreams
1 year, 6 months ago

Sunil Valson on 40 years of India’s 1983 World Cup win: Was an incredible boost to our sporting dreams

The Hindu  

Sunil Valson was a much-loved member of the team. How big was the 1983 World Cup win for the nation? I loved the 1975 World Cup hockey win through radio commentary. READ | 1983 Cricket World Cup Special, Prudential World Cup What are your memories of Kapil Dev’s 175 not out? There were many unforgettable moments during the World Cup, …

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
1 year, 6 months ago

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 …

1983 World Cup: Five lesser-known facts about Kapil Dev-led India's iconic triumph
1 year, 6 months ago

1983 World Cup: Five lesser-known facts about Kapil Dev-led India's iconic triumph

Hindustan Times  

Today, June 25, we celebrate the 40th year since India’s famous victory in the 1983 ODI World Cup, as Kapil Dev’s underdogs broke up the monopoly the West Indies had been running on the format and scripted a tale which is spoken about with reverence and nostalgia even today. The 1983 World Cup win has become synonymous with Indian cricket, …

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 …

Syed Kirmani on Kapil Dev’s 175 in 1983 World Cup: Have never seen such a devastating inning in that situation from any batsman of my era
1 year, 6 months ago

Syed Kirmani on Kapil Dev’s 175 in 1983 World Cup: Have never seen such a devastating inning in that situation from any batsman of my era

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. And while we were sitting in the dressing room—I can recall this very well—after the match, one of our teammates screamed his lungs out from the washroom in absolute ecstasy, “Hey, we’ve beaten the …

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 India's 1983 World Cup win: Why Kapil Dev's 175* against Zimbabwe is the single-greatest ODI innings played
1 year, 6 months ago

40 years of India's 1983 World Cup win: Why Kapil Dev's 175* against Zimbabwe is the single-greatest ODI innings played

Hindustan Times  

The story of the 1983 World Cup triumph is littered with iconic moments and images. Yashpal Sharma starring as India handed the mighty West Indies their first ever World Cup loss, Mohinder Amarnath winning it for India by getting Michael Holding caught in front of the stumps, Kapil Dev hurtling backwards and catching Viv Richards's shot over his shoulder, or …

Sunil Gavaskar on 40 years of India’s 1983 World Cup win: Administrators could demand World Cup be held in India
1 year, 6 months ago

Sunil Gavaskar on 40 years of India’s 1983 World Cup win: Administrators could demand World Cup be held in India

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. Sunil Gavaskar, member of the 1983 squad, looks back at the memorable World Cup campaign. Yashpal swivelling and hitting Bob Willis for a six, Mohinder stepping down the pitch and lofting a ramrod straight …

Kapil Dev on 40 years of India’s 1983 World Cup win: Beating England in semifinal closest to my heart
1 year, 6 months ago

Kapil Dev on 40 years of India’s 1983 World Cup win: Beating England in semifinal closest to my heart

The Hindu  

Kapil Dev’s greatest contribution is not available for viewing because the broadcaster decided to give the India-Zimbabwe match at Tunbridge Wells. The 1983 win played a role in this improvement on all fronts, as we won trophies in 2007 and 2011 and also launched the great Indian Premier League. England captain Bob Willis was bowled by Kapil Dev during the …

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 …

Members of 1983 World Cup-winning team support wrestlers, urge them not to take hasty decision
1 year, 7 months ago

Members of 1983 World Cup-winning team support wrestlers, urge them not to take hasty decision

The Hindu  

Members of the 1983 World Cup winning cricket team on Friday came out in support of the protesting wrestlers and urged them not to take any hasty decision while hoping that players' issues will be "heard and resolved". EDITORIAL | Wrestling for justice: On the protest by the wrestlers Vinesh Phogat, Sakshi Malik and Bajrang Punia, who have been demanding …

1983 World Cup win changed India’s sporting destiny: Malini Parthasarathy
1 year, 10 months ago

1983 World Cup win changed India’s sporting destiny: Malini Parthasarathy

The Hindu  

Dr. Malini Parthasarathy, Chairperson of The Hindu Group of Publications, stated that India’s famous triumph in the 1983 Cricket World Cup powered the collective self-esteem of the nation. When Kapil Dev and his team of greats won, the entire cricket world was stunned and in disbelief,” Dr. Parthasarathy said. “The enduring image of Kapil Dev hoisting the World Cup in …

1983 World Cup win powered our collective self-esteem: Malini Parthasarathy, Chairperson, The Hindu Group
1 year, 10 months ago

1983 World Cup win powered our collective self-esteem: Malini Parthasarathy, Chairperson, The Hindu Group

The Hindu  

Malini Parthasarathy, Chairperson of The Hindu Group, stated that India’s famous triumph in the 1983 Cricket World Cup powered the collective self-esteem of the nation. India captain Kapil Dev lifts the trophy on the balcony of the pavilion as Sunil Gavaskar looks on after the 1983 World Cup Final victory against West Indies. | Photo Credit: Getty Images “India won …

On This Day: Kapil Dev-led India win maiden World Cup title in 1983
2 years, 6 months ago

On This Day: Kapil Dev-led India win maiden World Cup title in 1983

Firstpost  

India won the 1983 World Cup on this day by beating heavyweights and two-time defending champions West Indies in the final. One of the most euphoric moments for Indian cricket arrived 39 years ago at Lord’s as India, under the leadership of Kapil Dev, won the World Cup for the first time. After coming through a dramatic campaign, India headed …

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 …

75 years of independence, 75 iconic moments from Indian sports: No. 25 - Kapil Dev's India lifts the 1983 World Cup
2 years, 6 months ago

75 years of independence, 75 iconic moments from Indian sports: No. 25 - Kapil Dev's India lifts the 1983 World Cup

The Hindu  

India will complete 75 years of independence this year. Tracing India's glorious campaign India vs West Indies, Manchester, June 9-10, 1983 Result: India won by 34 runs Prior to this win, India had won only one match at the World Cup – against East Africa. Australia vs India, June 13, 1983 Result: Australia won by 162 runs India tasted its …

On This Day: India beat England in the 1983 World Cup semi-final
2 years, 6 months ago

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 …

On this day in 1983: Kapil Dev played one of the greatest ODI knocks in World Cup
2 years, 6 months ago

On this day in 1983: Kapil Dev played one of the greatest ODI knocks in World Cup

Firstpost  

Well-assisted by Roger Binny, Madan Lal and Syed Kirmani, Kapil Dev went on trying to punish Zimbabwe’s bowling unit in every delivery. It was the match when Indian skipper Kapil Dev produced an unforgettable performance at the Nevill Ground in Tunbridge Wells to help India clinch the victory in a must-win game. Well-assisted by Roger Binny, Madan Lal and Syed …

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 …

1983 World Cup: Kapil Dev's 175 at Tunbridge Wells through Zimbabwe bowler Peter Rawson's eyes
3 years ago

1983 World Cup: Kapil Dev's 175 at Tunbridge Wells through Zimbabwe bowler Peter Rawson's eyes

The Hindu  

At the Nevill Ground in Tunbridge Wells, the 1983 Cricket World Cup witnessed an epochal performance, the likes of which only belonged to folklore. Peter Rawson was one of the two new-ball bowlers — the other being Kevin Curran — responsible for wrecking India's top-order after Kapil won the toss and chose to bat. "We had a few run-outs, and …

1983 World Cup: Kapil Dev was the only one who believed we could win from the beginning, says Kirti Azad
3 years, 6 months ago

1983 World Cup: Kapil Dev was the only one who believed we could win from the beginning, says Kirti Azad

India Today  

India may have won the 1983 World Cup but at the start of the tournament, it was only captain Kapil Dev who truly believed that the team could go all the way, former all-rounder Kirti Azad has said. I called him and jokingly said I am coming there, let's go together to the hotel and enjoy the free holiday we …

On this day: Kapil Dev lit Tunbridge Wells with an unbeaten 175 against Zimbabwe in the 1983 World Cup
3 years, 6 months ago

On this day: Kapil Dev lit Tunbridge Wells with an unbeaten 175 against Zimbabwe in the 1983 World Cup

Firstpost  

On 18 June 1983, Kapil Dev became the first Indian to score an ODI hundred. He went on to score an unbeaten 175 against Zimbabwe in the 1983 World Cup quarter-final, which India won by 31 runs. The occasion was the 1983 World Cup quarter-finals and Indian captain Kapil Dev played one of the greatest innings in ODI cricket to …

Revisiting 1983: The pivotal match that gave wings to Indian cricket
4 years, 6 months ago

Revisiting 1983: The pivotal match that gave wings to Indian cricket

Live Mint  

Everything changed for India 37 years ago, when Kapil Dev’s motley crew—a mix of veterans, youngsters and journeymen—pulled off an improbable series of upsets to hoist the 1983 Cricket World Cup. From Khashaba Jadhav’s bronze for wrestling in 1952 until Leander Paes brought home another bronze —for tennis—in 1996, India won zero medals in any discipline, except men’s field hockey. …

Dilip Vengsarkar terms India's 1983 World Cup win 'one of the greatest things to happen' to Indian cricket
4 years, 6 months ago

Dilip Vengsarkar terms India's 1983 World Cup win 'one of the greatest things to happen' to Indian cricket

India TV News  

Former India batting great Dilip Vengsarkar hailed India's 1983 World Cup win as a defining moment for the sport in the country, saying the nation never had to look back since that day in the sport which is now a religion in this part of the world. It was on June 25, 1983 that Team India, under the leadership of …

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 …

On this day: Kapil Dev's sensational 175* saves India's World Cup campaign in 1983
4 years, 6 months ago

On this day: Kapil Dev's sensational 175* saves India's World Cup campaign in 1983

India TV News  

The 1983 World Cup is credited with changing how cricket is perceived in India. While the sport was popular before the tournament too, the World Cup win that year by Kapil Dev's team is considered a seminal moment in the history of Indian cricket. Kapil's first steady partner was Roger Binny, with whom he shared a stand of 60 runs. …

This Day in Cricket history: Kapil Dev’s 175* saves India’s 1983 World Cup campaign
4 years, 6 months ago

This Day in Cricket history: Kapil Dev’s 175* saves India’s 1983 World Cup campaign

Hindustan Times  

The road to World Cup victory in 1983 was not an easy one for India. After winning the toss, captain Kapil Dev elected to bat first, irrespective of the strong Zimbabwe bowling side. Captain Kapil Dev came out to bat and ran through the Zimbabwe bowling line-up. Scoring an unbeaten 175 in 138 balls at a strike rate of 126.81, …

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 …

Tahir Raj Bhasin is ready to strike as Sunil Gavaskar in first character poster of Ranveer Singh's 83
4 years, 11 months ago

Tahir Raj Bhasin is ready to strike as Sunil Gavaskar in first character poster of Ranveer Singh's 83

Firstpost  

Tahir Raj Bhasin ’s character poster as legendary cricketer Sunil Gavaskar has been dropped by the makers of Kabir Khan ’s upcoming sports drama 83, which narrates the story of the historic 1983 World Cup triumph. Check out Bhasin’s first character poster from 83 83 features Ranveer Singh as Kapil Dev, who led the team to India’s first-ever World Cup …

1983 World Cup memories | An unforgettable day: Sandeep Patil
5 years, 6 months ago

1983 World Cup memories | An unforgettable day: Sandeep Patil

The Hindu  

Sandeep Patil does not remember his wife’s birthday or his wedding anniversary. It is an invigorating feeling when we remember that historic moment.” Patil has many pleasant memories and anecdotes related to the World Cup triumph. I sat near the Lord’s dressing room window soaking in the joy, watching the celebrations all over.” The champions, however, were left hungry and …

1983 World Cup memories | We owe it to storytellers, writers: Kapil
5 years, 6 months ago

1983 World Cup memories | We owe it to storytellers, writers: Kapil

The Hindu  

For most people present in the banquet hall of a city hotel on Tuesday afternoon, it was nostalgia time. Today, it is far more intense and fielders are far more aware of what they need to do to get better.” Madan Lal, another key member of the victorious team, hailed Kapil’s captaincy and denied having “snatched the ball from Kapil” …

World Cup 1983: India upsets West Indies at Lord's
5 years, 6 months ago

World Cup 1983: India upsets West Indies at Lord's

The Hindu  

A wave of euphoria swept Lord’s as India achieved the improbable and added a new page to cricket history by beating the West Indies in the World Cup final. Read | The 1983 World Cup in Kapil Dev's words It took a lot more than good line and length to fashion such a spectacular win. Read | The 1983 World …

Salaam Cricket 2019: Sunil Gavaskar clarifies 1983 World Cup America trip rumours
5 years, 7 months ago

Salaam Cricket 2019: Sunil Gavaskar clarifies 1983 World Cup America trip rumours

India Today  

Former India captain Sunil Gavaskar clarified that Kapil Dev's World Cup-winning team did not plan to go the United States after the group stages of the 1983 World Cup. Srikanth had said Gavaskar had called him and told him about the US trip plan just ahead of their departure to the UK for the 1983 World Cup. Because you have …

We never thought of winning 1983 World Cup when we left India: Srikkanth
5 years, 7 months ago

We never thought of winning 1983 World Cup when we left India: Srikkanth

India TV News  

Former captain Krishnamachari Srikkanth says India never thought of winning the 1983 World Cup and that's why his flight was booked from Bombay to New York with just a stopover in London. Srikkanth, who was an integral part of the 1983 World Cup winning team, said captain Kapil Dev's self-belief also rubbed on other players and that was one of …

India turn it upside down
5 years, 7 months ago

India turn it upside down

Deccan Chronicle  

India were one of the least fancied teams to win the World Cup. It was a virtual replay in the opening game of the World Cup with India containing the West Indies after Yashpal’s determined effort to shore up the innings. The opening game upset may have been forgotten by the time India played the return game against the West …

ICC World Cup: Three World Cuppers reminisce about their experience at cricket's biggest stage
5 years, 7 months ago

ICC World Cup: Three World Cuppers reminisce about their experience at cricket's biggest stage

The Hindu  

Venkatapathy Raju India’s first game against Sri Lanka in 1992 was washed out and then we played England at Perth on a bouncy wicket. READ | The 1992 World Cup in numbers Balwinder Singh Sandhu The 1983 World Cup brings back so many memories. READ | The 1983 World Cup win in Kapil Dev's words Meyrick Pringle It was our …

Cricket World Cup and India: The 1983 and 2011 highs
5 years, 8 months ago

Cricket World Cup and India: The 1983 and 2011 highs

The Hindu  

India’s tryst with the World Cup started as a diversion that had to be endured in the 1970s. But once Kapil Dev held aloft the Prudential World Cup at the Lord’s balcony on June 25 in 1983, cricket’s leading silverware became an obsession with Indian fans. In the first ever match in World Cup history, played at Lord’s, England dismantled …

1987 World Cup final: David’s boon to the Aussies
5 years, 8 months ago

1987 World Cup final: David’s boon to the Aussies

The Hindu  

Australia was not fancied to win the Cup. READ| The 1983 World Cup: A view from behind the stumps In the final, played at an over-flowing Eden Gardens in Calcutta, Australia met England with the latter enjoying the backing of the experts. When Australia, electing to bat, posted 253 runs, there were not many who would have expected Allan Border’s …

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