- Friday, February 28, 2025
Yuvraj Singh, another former India all-rounder, paid tribute to the 1983 team as trailblazers who defied expectations with their courage and determination.
By: India Weekly Staff
ON the occasion of the 40th anniversary of India’s historic World Cup victory in 1983, renowned former cricketers such as Virender Sehwag and VVS Laxman expressed their gratitude to the heroes of the feat for inspiring countless individuals to represent the nation in cricket. The remarkable achievement of India’s first World Cup win, led by the legendary Kapil Dev, was celebrated across social media platforms.
Sehwag, in a tweet, acknowledged the pivotal catch taken by Kapil Dev against Viv Richards, a moment that changed Indian cricket forever. He praised Kapil Dev and his team of exceptional contributors, crediting their passionate pursuit of a dream that led India to World Cup glory.
Laxman, the former India batter and current National Cricket Academy chief, reflected on the significance of June 25, 1983, as a landmark day. He highlighted how Kapil Dev and his team’s triumph inspired an entire generation to embrace cricket, shaping its prominence in India.
Yuvraj Singh, another former India all-rounder, paid tribute to the 1983 team as trailblazers who defied expectations with their courage and determination. He congratulated them on the 40th anniversary of their victory and expressed gratitude for the unforgettable journey that paved the way for countless dreams.
The Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) also commemorated the historical day, emphasising the 1983 World Cup victory as a turning point for Indian cricket. BCCI Secretary Jay Shah praised the monumental triumph that ignited a cricketing revolution and forever changed the course of Indian cricket.
Kirti Azad, a member of the 1983 World Cup-winning squad, shared a post featuring the team celebrating their 40th anniversary victory on a plane. He expressed pride in being an Indian and conveyed his love for the nation.
The 1983 World Cup final between India and West Indies is widely remembered for India’s unexpected triumph. Opting to bowl first, West Indies restricted India to a modest total of 183. However, India’s bowlers put up an impressive performance, bowling the West Indies out for 140. Mohinder Amarnath’s all-round contribution earned him the man of the match award in both the semi-final (against England) and final.
Kapil Dev’s iconic moment of lifting the trophy on the balcony of Lord’s Cricket Ground remains etched in the memory of Indian fans. India’s triumph in 1983 marked their first-ever World Cup title win, and they went on to win the tournament once more time in 2011 under the captaincy of Mahendra Singh Dhoni. Yuvraj Singh was the man of the tournament in India’s second successful World Cup mission.
Throughout the years, Australia has been the most successful team in the World Cup, winning the title five times, while West Indies has won it twice. India’s victory in 1983 remains a significant milestone in the country’s cricketing history and continues to inspire future generations of players.
(With agency inputs)
