Kapil Dev
Kapil Dev is a former Indian cricketer and captain, renowned for leading India to its first Cricket World Cup victory in 1983. A legendary all-rounder, he was known for his exceptional bowling skills and powerful batting, making him one of the greatest players in the history of cricket. After retiring from international cricket, Kapil has remained a prominent figure in the sport, often providing insights and commentary on the game. Recently, he has voiced concerns over the increasing number of injuries among Indian cricketers and emphasized the importance of team performance over individual player issues.
Born on Jan 06, 1959 (66 years old)
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Countries Mentioned
| Country | Mentions | Sentiment | Dominance | + Persistence | x Population | = Reach | x GDP (millions) | = Power |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| India | 1 | 6.00 | 0.06% | +0% | 1,380,004,385 | 814,162 | $2,900,000 | 1,711$ |
| Totals | 1 | 1,380,004,385 | 814,162 | $2,900,000 | 1,711$ |
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Each country's color is based on "Mentions" from the table above.
Recent Mentions
India:
Ganguly mentioned Kapil Dev as part of the lineage of great Indian cricketers.
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Bangladesh:
Kapil Dev is mentioned as part of the list of players who faced defeat at Edgbaston.
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India:
Lamb expressed his admiration for Kapil Dev's playing style and their time together at Northampton.
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India:
Kapil Dev led the Indian cricket team to victory in the 1983 World Cup, marking a historic achievement for the nation.
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India:
Bumrah has equaled Kapil Dev’s record of 12 five-wicket hauls in away Tests.
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India:
Kapil Dev is a legendary Indian bowler who claimed 11 five-wicket hauls in SENA regions.
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India:
Kapil Dev is confident of Gill-led India beating England and coming out with flying colours.
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Nepal:
Kapil Dev is referenced in the context of players whose records are similar to Kohli's.
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Bangladesh:
Kapil Dev remarked that if Virat Kohli continues to play like this for three more years, he would call him the best batsman he has ever seen.
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India:
Kapil Dev acknowledged the teenager’s promising skills and emphasized the need for patience in his development.
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