Former Sri Lanka captain goes viral after posing with legendary Kapil Dev, THIS is how internet reacted
Former Sri Lanka captain goes viral after posing with legendary Kapil Dev, THIS is how internet reacted
Former Sri Lanka captain and World Cup winner Arjuna Ranatunga has grabbed headlines after he posed with legendary India all-rounder Kapil Dev.Ranatunga is famously known for his stint with the national side having helped them win their only ODI World Cup in 1996, before turning to politics; a move which was seen as completely different from usual. Recently, the former skipper was seen dropping weight and was seen differently when compared to his days on the field.
Guess the skipper with Kapil Dev?
Yes it is Arjuna Ranatunga.
What a transformation! pic.twitter.com/zjsE3EjhgW — Fidato (@tequieremos) July 16, 2024
Arjuna Ranatunga goes viral
In a photo going viral on the internet, Ranatunga was spotted with Kapil Dev who looked slim and fitter giving a completely different image. In his playing days, he was mocked for his fitness level and overweight condition. However, the latest pictures were converse to it as he was seen in a better shape. In his playing days, he was mocked for running and would often use a runner to play longer innings.
Arjuna Ranatunga with Kapil Dev.
- One of the finest transformations by Ranatunga. 👌 pic.twitter.com/CzwtPxPZTJ — Mufaddal Vohra (@mufaddal_vohra) July 17, 2024
He was also trolled for his body shape when he started a new innings in politics where he would also become the Member of Sri Lanka Parliament. He would gain more fame during both his stint having retired from the national side with 5105 runs in 93 Test matches while scoring 7456 runs in 269 ODI matches.
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He goes down in the history books of Sri Lanka cricket as the greatest captain who led them to their only ODI World Cup triumph in 1996 when they beat Australia in the final.
While the photo is viral on the internet, both Sri Lanka and India are set to cross paths in the coming days when the latter visits the island nation. India will play three ODIs and three T20Is during their tour with Gautam Gambhir set to make his debut as the coach of the side.