New Delhi: As India celebrates the 41st anniversary of its maiden World Cup victory, Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) secretary Jay Shah and former cricketer Kirti Azad took to their social media accounts to thank the 1983 World Cup legends for inspiring many to represent the country someday.
Today marks the completion of 41 years of India's maiden World Cup victory under the leadership of legendary all-rounder Kapil Dev.
Jay Shah took to his official X account and said that it was a defining moment for Indian cricket which still inspires the country.
"Reflecting on 41 years since India's historic first World Cup victory under @therealkapildev's leadership in 1983. A defining moment for Indian cricket that continues to inspire us all," Shah wrote on X.
Kapil Dev lifting the trophy on the balcony of Lord's Cricket Ground still remains an image to savour for all Indian fans.
In the finals, Mohinder Amarnath was chosen as the Man of the Match as he scored 26 runs with the bat and also picked up three wickets with the ball.
India has been a regular participant in the World Cup from its beginning to the latest edition. The first edition was held in 1975 and from there on, it has taken place a span of every four years. (with Agency inputs)
