India’s limited-overs cricket acquired a shot within the arm when the staff, dubbed ‘Kapil’s Devils’, marched to a sensational World Cup triumph at Lord’s in 1983. It set off a perception among the many different groups that they, too, can dream of successful cricket’s showpiece occasion.
Sunil Gavaskar, member of the 1983 squad, seems again on the memorable World Cup marketing campaign.
What are some standout reminiscences from that 1983 marketing campaign?
There are a number of moments aside from Kapil Dev’s epic 175 [against Zimbabwe]: that Viv Richards catch [by Kapil] within the remaining and him lifting the trophy are etched in reminiscence even after 40 years. Yashpal (Sharma) swivelling and hitting Bob Willis for a six, Mohinder (Amarnath) stepping down the pitch and lofting a ramrod straight six in opposition to England, Kris Srikkanth’s sq. drive off Andy Roberts within the remaining, Ballu’s (Balwinder Sandhu) magic ball to Gordon Greenidge, and Syed Kirmani’s catch to dismiss Faoud Bacchus are among the many many in that unforgettable marketing campaign.
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Looking again what do you reckon was the largest impression of the 1983 win, particularly off the sector?
The greatest impression was on the directors, who may now assert themselves and demand the World Cup in India.
How necessary was that 34-run win in opposition to the West Indies within the league stage?
The win within the opening league recreation in opposition to the defending champ simply bolstered the idea that we may do very well on this occasion.
How did you prepare to face the categorical quicks, particularly the West Indies pacers?
I prepped after which confronted them with my eyes closed in prayer! (laughs)
Source: sportstar.thehindu.com