Kapil Dev Slams BCCI, Players; Says IPL Is Good But What About Nationals?
The 1983 World Cup Legend Kapil Dev blasted at the Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) and the Indian players who dropped out of Asian Cup and World Cup, amid injuries. On July 31, Dev expressed his anger and said, "They would not mind playing the IPL with minor injuries but when it comes to doing the same for the national team, they would prefer to sit out."
Tags: kapil dev, BCCI, Indian Cricket Players, World Cup, criticism
Courtesy: NDTV Sports
Former India Captain Kapil Dev Likes To Slap Rishabh Pant
Former India captain and World Cup winner Kapil Dev said that while he loves Rishab Pant very much he would like to slap him hard once he gets fit. He further added that Pant's unavailability in Tests vs Australia has spoiled the team combinations. It also impacted Pant's career as he'll miss the 2023 Asia Cup. Notably, Rishab Pant recently escaped car accident and is currently recovering.
Tags: kapil dev, Rishabh Pant, car accident, Asia Cup, Indian Cricketer
Courtesy: Zee News India
Kapil Dev Says, Virat Kohli Will Soon Be In Form After India-Pakistan Match
Legendary former cricketer Kapil Dev praised former Indian Cricket Captain Virat Kohli in the recent India V/S Pakistan match at the South Asia Cup 2022. Addressing the media, Dev said, it will not take long for Virat to be back in the form soon. Notably, Virat Kohli was facing a downfall with his performance in cricket. However, in this match of India-Pakistan, Kohli performed well, leading to India's victory.
Tags: kapil dev, Indian Cricket Legend, Virat Kohli, South Asia Cup 2022, India V/S Pakistan
Courtesy: ANI
Haryana Assembly To Debate Over Revised Sports University Bill, 2021
The Haryana Assembly on March 18 addressed the revised edition of Sports University Bill, 2021 in-order to establish a cutting-edge sports varsity. Earlier, on March 8 the Assembly withdrew the bill after Sports Minister Sandeep Singh informed that the state wishes to re-evaluate it considering the Centre's instruction. Reportedly, Singh had already announced that the legendary cricketer Kapil Dev would be the first chancellor of the Haryana… read-more
Tags: Haryana, Assembly, Sports University Bill, Centre, Sandeep Singh, kapil dev
Courtesy: Hindustan Times
Ranveer Singh Starrer Cricket Drama '83' Set To Release On June 4
Actor Ranveer Singh starrer sports drama '83' is all set to hit the theatres on June 4. Initially slated for a release on April 10, 2020, the Kabir Khan directorial multi-starrer suffered a prolonged delay owing to the countrywide COVID-19 lockdown. The much-awaited film recounts India's legendary 1983 World Cup victory under former captain Kapil Dev. Starring Deepika Padukone and Pankaj Tripathi the movie will cater screenings in Hindi,… read-more
Tags: Ranveer Singh, 83, Kabir Khan, kapil dev, World Cup, Covid-19, Lockdown, June 4
Courtesy: The Indian Express
Kapil Dev Hospitalized Due To Heart Attack; Undergoes Angioplasty Surgery
Former Indian cricket team captain, Kapil Dev has been hospitalised after he suffered from a cardiac arrest. Reportedly, he went through angioplasty at a hospital in New Delhi. Currently, the 61-year-old legendary all-rounder is feeling alright, his wife Romi added. On October 22, the cricketer had complained of his uneasiness. According to the hospital officials, he is undergoing tests and check-ups for his speedy recovery.
Tags: kapil dev, Heart attack, Delhi-NCR
Courtesy: The Times of India