NEW DELHI: The Board of Control for Cricket in India (
BCCI
) showered warm birthday greetings upon cricketing legend
Kapil Dev
as he celebrated his 65th birthday on Saturday. Kapil Dev, an enduring figure in the cricketing world, is hailed as one of the greatest all-rounders in the history of the sport.
Recognized for his exceptional skills and remarkable leadership, Kapil Dev's legacy in cricket remains indelible.
A formidable fast-medium bowler known for his sheer pace and a dynamic middle-order batsman, he played a pivotal role in shaping the course of
Indian cricket
.
In a tribute to the cricketing icon, the BCCI took to social media, sharing a picture of Kapil Dev along with his impressive international statistics. The post extended warm wishes to Team India's greatest all-rounder, acknowledging his enduring impact on the game and his role as an inspiration to aspiring young players.
BCCI vice-president Rajeev Shukla also extended his wishes to the "icon of the game and inspiration to millions".
"Happy Birthday legendary cricketer Kapil Dev. You are icon of the game, and inspiration to millions. Your contribution to Indian cricket is etched in history. On your birthday, wishing you great health, joy, laughter, and love ! Keep inspiring the youngsters. @therealkapildev," Shukla posted on X.
Indian Premier League franchise Punjab Kings wrote on X, " The Haryana Hurricane #SherSquad, aao saare Kapil paji nu janamdin diyan mubarkaan dayiye. Here's hoping he has a wonderful year ahead."
Royal Challengers Bangalore (RCB) also wished "one of the greatest all-rounders" and wrote, "9031 international runs, 687 international wickets, first Indian Captain to lift the World Cup Happy birthday to legend and one of the greatest all-rounders to play the game, Kapil Dev."
Former
Indian team captain
, Kapil Dev, raised the World Cup trophy at Lord's in 1983. The all-rounder has taken 687 wickets in 356 international games while scoring 9031 runs.
Beyond his achievements on the field, Kapil's demeanor and sportsmanship elevated him to the position of inspiration for aspiring cricket players. His leadership of India's 1983 World Cup-winning squad marked a turning point in Indian cricket history, inspiring a generation and leaving his mark on the sport's annals.
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