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Kapil Dev - Bio, Age, Chinese Zodiac Sign & Timeline
| Born | January 06, 1959 |
|---|---|
| Age | 67 |
| Birthplace | Chandigarh, India |
| Zodiac Sign | Capricorn - (see also Kapil Dev's horoscope and birth chart) |
| Chinese Zodiac | Dog |
| Generation | Baby Boomer Generation |
| Known For | Captaining India to victory in the 1983 Cricket World Cup and being one of the greatest all-rounders in cricket history. |
Intro
Kapil Dev is a legendary Indian cricketer widely regarded as one of the greatest all-rounders in the history of the sport. He captained the Indian national cricket team to its first-ever Cricket World Cup victory in 1983, a milestone that transformed cricket in India and established him as a national icon.
Early Life & Background
Kapil Dev was born on January 6, 1959, in Chandigarh, India. He grew up in Haryana and attended D.A.V. School, showing an early aptitude for cricket which led him to join domestic teams at a young age.
Career Highlights
- Captained the Indian cricket team to win the 1983 Cricket World Cup.
- Scored 5,248 runs and took 434 wickets in Test cricket, becoming the first player to achieve the all-rounder's double of 4,000 runs and 400 wickets.
- Held the world record for most wickets taken in Test cricket from 1994 until 2000.
- Honored with the Padma Shri and Padma Bhushan, two of India’s highest civilian awards.
- Named as the Indian Cricketer of the Century by Wisden in 2002.
Trivia
- Nicknamed 'The Haryana Hurricane' due to his explosive playing style and roots.
- After retirement, Kapil Dev has been a cricket coach and popular commentator.
- He has also pursued golf competitively and appeared in various charity and promotional events.
FAQs
People also ask
How old is Kapil Dev?
Kapil Dev is 67 years old.
When was Kapil Dev born?
Kapil Dev was born the 6 January 1959.
Where is Kapil Dev from?
Chandigarh, India.
On His Birth-Day
About January 6th, 1959, in brief:
- Historical events: Loving v. Virginia was a significant Supreme Court case that invalidated laws prohibiting interracial marriage. The case was decided on June 12, 1967, but the events leading to it began in 1959 when Richard and Mildred Loving were arrested for their marriage. This case is a cornerstone of civil rights law in the United States.
- Day of the week: January 6th, 1959 was a Tuesday
- Zodiac Sign: Capricorn (in western zodiac), Dog (in Chinese zodiac)
- Moon Phase:
- #1 US song: The Chipmunk Song by The Chipmunks
- #1 UK song: It's Only Make Believe by Conway Twitty
- Popular movie: Some Like It Hot directed by Billy Wilder
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