"Kabhi kabhi log bhul jaate hain" Kapil Dev on his invitation in the IND vs AUS final match

Amidst the high-stakes India-Australia clash in the men's ODI World Cup, the Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) has reportedly organized plans to honor former World Cup-winning captains, recognizing their significant contributions to Indian cricket. As the Indian team strives for a third World Cup title, the prestigious ceremony is set to take place at the Narendra Modi Stadium in Ahmedabad.

However, controversy surrounds the event, as Kapil Dev, the iconic skipper who led India to its first-ever World Cup victory in 1983, expressed disappointment over not receiving an invitation. In an interaction with ABP news, Kapil Dev revealed that he wasn't invited, emphasizing the simplicity of the matter—no invitation, no attendance. He voiced his desire for the entire '83 team to be part of the ceremony, attributing the lapse to the challenges of organizing significant events and the busy schedules of those involved.

This recognition by the BCCI coincides with the ongoing success of Team India in the tournament, reviving memories of India's historic victory under Kapil Dev's leadership in the 1983 World Cup, held in a 60-over format. Despite the disappointment expressed by Kapil Dev, the ceremony aims to pay tribute to cricketing legends who played pivotal roles in shaping India's cricketing history, contributing to the nation's rich and storied cricket legacy.