Kapil Dev is a former Indian cricketer and captain, widely regarded as one of the greatest all-rounders in the history of the sport. Born on January 6, 1959, in Chandigarh, he played for the Indian national team from 1978 to 1994. He is best known for leading India to its first-ever Cricket World Cup victory in 1983. In addition to his captaincy, Kapil Dev was an exceptional fast bowler and a powerful batsman. He took over 400 wickets in One Day Internationals (ODIs) and scored more than 5,000 runs in Test matches. His contributions to cricket have made him a legendary figure in Indian sports.