NEW DELHI: India's ODI World Cup campaigns have been steered by exceptional captains. Kapil Dev led India to its maiden triumph in 1983, etching his name in history. Mohammad Azharuddin led India in three ODI World Cups. Sourav Ganguly's strategic leadership and aggressive approach guided India to the 2003 final. MS Dhoni's calm demeanor and astute decisions led India to victory in 2011. Under Virat Kohli's leadership, India reached the semi-finals in 2019. These captains left an indelible mark on Indian cricket, each contributing their unique style to the team's success on the grand stage of the ODI World Cup.
Kapil Dev (1983-1987)