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Kapil Dev is one of the greatest all-rounders in cricket history and the captain who led India to its first World Cup title in 1983. A genuine fast-medium bowler and explosive batsman, he was the first player to complete the 4,000 runs and 400 wickets double in Test cricket, and retired holding the world record for most Test wickets with 434. His unbeaten 175 against Zimbabwe in the 1983 World Cup is among the most famous innings ever played. Renowned for his fitness, fighting spirit and inspirational leadership, he was named Wisden Indian Cricketer of the Century in 2002. After retiring he served as India's national coach and remains one of the most revered figures in the Indian game.

Inning Highlights

Professional Experience

Board of Control for Cricket in India - International

Captain, India National Cricket Team January 1982 to December 1987 6 years

Captained India to its historic and utterly unexpected first Cricket World Cup title in 1983.
Played the iconic unbeaten 175 against Zimbabwe to rescue India from collapse in that campaign.
Led with an aggressive, inspirational captaincy that transformed Indian cricket's belief in itself.
Remained the team's premier all-rounder with bat and ball throughout his years as captain.

Board of Control for Cricket in India - International

All-Rounder, India National Cricket Team October 1978 to October 1994 16 years & 1 month

Took 434 Test wickets, a world record at the time of his retirement, with fast-medium swing and seam.
Scored over 5,000 Test runs as a fearless, counter-attacking middle-order batsman for India.
Became the first cricketer in history to complete the 4,000 runs and 400 wickets double in Tests.
Served Indian cricket with rare fitness and durability across a sixteen-year international career.