Kapil Dev-led Team India created history when they went onto win the country's maiden World Cup during the 1983 edition in England. Back then, not many had given India any chance to proceed further into the tournament after their flop performances in the first two editions, in 1975 and 1979.

While Kapil &amp; Co. started their campaign with two wins in a row, they soon fell flat with equal number of defeats as they faced Zimbabwe, for the second time, on June 18, 1983. It was a must-win game for India, who had convincingly lost their last two encounters. Opting to bat first, at&nbsp;Nevill Ground, Tunbridge Wells, India were off to a nightmarish start as they were reduced to 17-5 in no time.

Losing hopes of survival, Kapil formed handy partnership with Roger Binny before his unbeaten 126-run ninth-wicket stand with wicketkeeper-batsman Syed Kirmani took India to 266/8. Kapil and Kirmani remained unbeaten as the skipper's 175 took India to a competitive score.

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Recalling his partnership with Kapil and how the Indian captain led the side's recovery, Kirmani was quoted as saying by the Indian Express, "I walked up to Kapil, who was standing there, his head down. It was a 60-over game and we still had 35 overs left in our innings. I told Kapil, ‘listen Kaps, we are in a do-or-die situation. We just cannot sit and die’. ‘Maar ke marne ka hai (we will go down hitting)’, he said.

"I tried to inspire him saying, ‘you are the best hitter in the Indian team. I will take singles and will give you strike. You will try to hit every delivery’. He said, ‘Kiri bhai, humko aur 35 overs khelna hai (we still have to play 35 overs). I will try my best’."

For the unversed, Kapil's innings comprised 16 fours and 6 gigantic sixes. In reply, Zimbabwe were dismissed for 235 as Kapil, Madan Lal and Binny led the charge with the ball.&nbsp;

From thereon, India gained momentum and reached the final, setting up a clash versus the two-time winners Clive Lloyd-led West Indies.

In the summit clash, Windies bundled out India for 183 after inviting them to bat first. Kirmani recalled Kapil's words during the mid-innings and said, "Even when India could only score 183 runs in the final against West Indies, Kapil had not lost hope. “Even after we were all out for 183 in the final, we weren’t looking back. We had nothing to lose. Kapil said, ‘let’s go and give our best’. We had already overachieved. We decided to put our best foot forward."

As a result, India managed to pull off an upset and beat West Indies by 43 runs, dismissing them for 140 courtesy Madan and vice-captain Mohinder Amarnath's three-fers.&nbsp;

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On December 24 (Friday), Ranveer Singh-starrer 83 is set to hit the silver screens, a movie on India's historic triumph in the 1983 WC. Hence, many will get to relive the epic journey where an underdog Indian team rose to the occasion and created history against all odds.&nbsp;

Kapil Dev-led Team India created history when they went onto win the country's maiden World Cup during the 1983 edition in England. Back then, not many had given India any chance to proceed further into the tournament after their flop performances in the first two editions, in 1975 and 1979.

Kapil Dev-led Team India created history when they went onto win the country's maiden World Cup during the 1983 edition in England. Back then, not many had given India any chance to proceed further into the tournament after their flop performances in the first two editions, in 1975 and 1979. While Kapil & Co. started their campaign with two wins in a row, they soon fell flat with equal number of defeats as they faced Zimbabwe, for the second time, on June 18, 1983. It was a must-win game for India, who had convincingly lost their last two encounters. Opting to bat first, at Nevill Ground, Tunbridge Wells, India were off to a nightmarish start as they were reduced to 17-5 in no time. Losing hopes of survival, Kapil formed handy partnership with Roger Binny before his unbeaten 126-run ninth-wicket stand with wicketkeeper-batsman Syed Kirmani took India to 266/8. Kapil and Kirmani remained unbeaten as the skipper's 175 took India to a competitive score. ALSO READ | THROWBACK: When Kapil Dev mankanded Peter Kirsten during India's 1992 tour of SA - WATCH Recalling his partnership with Kapil and how the Indian captain led the side's recovery, Kirmani was quoted as saying by the Indian Express, "I walked up to Kapil, who was standing there, his head down. It was a 60-over game and we still had 35 overs left in our innings. I told Kapil, ‘listen Kaps, we are in a do-or-die situation. We just cannot sit and die’. ‘Maar ke marne ka hai (we will go down hitting)’, he said. "I tried to inspire him saying, ‘you are the best hitter in the Indian team. I will take singles and will give you strike. You will try to hit every delivery’. He said, ‘Kiri bhai, humko aur 35 overs khelna hai (we still have to play 35 overs). I will try my best’." For the unversed, Kapil's innings comprised 16 fours and 6 gigantic sixes. In reply, Zimbabwe were dismissed for 235 as Kapil, Madan Lal and Binny led the charge with the ball. From thereon, India gained momentum and reached the final, setting up a clash versus the two-time winners Clive Lloyd-led West Indies. In the summit clash, Windies bundled out India for 183 after inviting them to bat first. Kirmani recalled Kapil's words during the mid-innings and said, "Even when India could only score 183 runs in the final against West Indies, Kapil had not lost hope. “Even after we were all out for 183 in the final, we weren’t looking back. We had nothing to lose. Kapil said, ‘let’s go and give our best’. We had already overachieved. We decided to put our best foot forward." As a result, India managed to pull off an upset and beat West Indies by 43 runs, dismissing them for 140 courtesy Madan and vice-captain Mohinder Amarnath's three-fers. ALSO READ | 'He will do....' - Kapil Dev makes bold claim on Team India's head coach Rahul Dravid On December 24 (Friday), Ranveer Singh-starrer 83 is set to hit the silver screens, a movie on India's historic triumph in the 1983 WC. Hence, many will get to relive the epic journey where an underdog Indian team rose to the occasion and created history against all odds.

Syed Kirmani recalls Kapil Dev's majestic 175* in must-win WC game vs Zimbabwe before '83' hits screens

Birthday wishes poured in for the member of the <a href="https://www.google.com/url?client=internal-uds-cse&amp;cx=006054055338965708568:09spwrlibei&amp;q=https://www.wionews.com/photos/cricket-world-cup-2019-will-virat-kohli-recreate-kapil-magic-of-1983-at-lords-after-36-years-222587&amp;sa=U&amp;ved=2ahUKEwjeqtOI5cDjAhX4_XMBHQHZAo8QFjAAegQIAhAB&amp;usg=AOvVaw2w8Jo8d8u3_mJhqsQp1Kla">1983 World Cup-winning team</a>, ex India cricketer Roger Binny as the former all-rounder turned 64 on Friday.

From the International Cricket Council (ICC) to the Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) all conveyed birthday wishes to Binny on his special day.

ICC in a tweet said that Binny played a key role in India's victorious ICC Men's Cricket World Cup 1983 campaign as he picked up 18 wickets during the tournament.

"Happy birthday, Roger Binny! Binny played a key role in India's victorious 1983 @cricketworldcup campaign, finishing the tournament with 18 wickets!" ICC said.

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The Karnataka-born played 27 Tests, scoring 830 runs and picking up 47 wickets.

He represented the country in 72 ODIs, amassing 629 runs and taking 77 wickets.

Binny's son Stuart is also a cricketer who played for India and recently represented Rajasthan Royals that competes in Indian Premier League.

BCCI extended birthday wishes to ex-selector Binny, saying he was the leading wicket-taker in the <a href="https://www.google.com/url?client=internal-uds-cse&amp;cx=006054055338965708568:09spwrlibei&amp;q=https://www.wionews.com/sports/world-cup-1983-beginning-of-indias-fairytale-from-home-of-cricket-lords-230309&amp;sa=U&amp;ved=2ahUKEwjG5_6Z5cDjAhXY4HMBHdYyBaIQFjABegQIDxAC&amp;usg=AOvVaw15tyNfgzwBOUgDz3ddE0K7">1983 edition</a>.

"Here's wishing Roger Binny, India's former all-rounder and ex-selector, a very happy birthday. He was the leading wicket-taker in the 1983 World Cup," BCCI wrote.

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A film based on the <a href="https://www.google.com/url?client=internal-uds-cse&amp;cx=006054055338965708568:09spwrlibei&amp;q=https://www.wionews.com/entertainment/ranveer-singh-starrer-83-to-recreate-team-indias-historic-world-cup-winning-moment-in-1983-195722&amp;sa=U&amp;ved=2ahUKEwjG5_6Z5cDjAhXY4HMBHdYyBaIQFjAFegQIABAC&amp;usg=AOvVaw3QjxPIRGHoRC89ae99cOYI">1983 World Cup triumph</a> is currently in the process of shooting.

It is based on Binny's then skipper and legendary cricketer Kapil Dev, who lifted the trophy for India.

Helmed by director Kabir Khan, the movie is slated to release on April 10, 2020.

Birthday wishes poured in for the member of the 1983 World Cup-winning team, ex India cricketer Roger Binny as the former all-rounder turned 64 on Friday. From the International Cricket Council (ICC) to the Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) all conveyed birthday wishes to Binny on his special day.

Birthday wishes poured in for the member of the 1983 World Cup-winning team, ex India cricketer Roger Binny as the former all-rounder turned 64 on Friday. From the International Cricket Council (ICC) to the Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) all conveyed birthday wishes to Binny on his special day. ICC in a tweet said that Binny played a key role in India's victorious ICC Men's Cricket World Cup 1983 campaign as he picked up 18 wickets during the tournament. "Happy birthday, Roger Binny! Binny played a key role in India's victorious 1983 @cricketworldcup campaign, finishing the tournament with 18 wickets!" ICC said. Happy birthday, Roger Binny! Binny played a key role in India's victorious 1983 @cricketworldcup campaign, finishing the tournament with 18 wickets! pic.twitter.com/U5Enh4A69U — ICC (@ICC) July 19, 2019 × The Karnataka-born played 27 Tests, scoring 830 runs and picking up 47 wickets. He represented the country in 72 ODIs, amassing 629 runs and taking 77 wickets. Binny's son Stuart is also a cricketer who played for India and recently represented Rajasthan Royals that competes in Indian Premier League. BCCI extended birthday wishes to ex-selector Binny, saying he was the leading wicket-taker in the 1983 edition. "Here's wishing Roger Binny, India's former all-rounder and ex-selector, a very happy birthday. He was the leading wicket-taker in the 1983 World Cup," BCCI wrote. Here's wishing Roger Binny, India's former all-rounder and ex-selector, a very happy birthday🎂. He was the leading wicket-taker in the 1983 World Cup. pic.twitter.com/U9RxiyKinL — BCCI (@BCCI) July 19, 2019 × A film based on the 1983 World Cup triumph is currently in the process of shooting. It is based on Binny's then skipper and legendary cricketer Kapil Dev, who lifted the trophy for India. Helmed by director Kabir Khan, the movie is slated to release on April 10, 2020.

1983 Cricket World Cup winner Roger Binny celebrates birthday, wishes pour in on Twitter

India's victory in Australia 'bigger' than 1983 World Cup win, says Shastri

Coach Ravi Shastri on Monday called India’s maiden Test series win in Australia a bigger achievement than the 1983 World Cup victory for him.

While addressing a press conference after India's win, Shastri said, “I will tell you how satisfying this is for me. World Cup 1983, World Championship 1985...this is as big or even bigger because this is in the truest format of the game, that is Test cricket.”

Virat Kohli-led side ended a 71-year wait for a Test series victory Down Under. Their 2-1 victory confirmed when the rain-affected fourth and final test ended in a draw at Sydney Cricket Ground early on Monday afternoon.

Wins in the first test in Adelaide and third in Melbourne ensured they could not lose the series and their batsmen, led by a 193 from Cheteshwar Pujara, batted Australia out of the fourth match with a daunting 622-7 declared total in the first innings.&nbsp;

That all but destroyed home hopes of a face-saving victory and India's spinners then got to work to drive home the advantage in the field against an Australia side that failed to muster a single century over the series.

The hosts were duly dismissed for 300 and Kohli did not hesitate to go for the jugular by enforcing the follow-on -- the first time in 30 years Australia had suffered such ignominy on home soil.

Ultimately, it was the Sydney weather that saved Australia from a 3-1 humiliation with no play possible after tea on day four, when they had mustered up six runs without loss in their second innings.

Coach Ravi Shastri on Monday called India’s maiden Test series win in Australia a bigger achievement than the 1983 World Cup victory for him. While addressing a press conference after India's win, Shastri said, “I will tell you how satisfying this is for me.

Coach Ravi Shastri on Monday called India’s maiden Test series win in Australia a bigger achievement than the 1983 World Cup victory for him. While addressing a press conference after India's win, Shastri said, “I will tell you how satisfying this is for me. World Cup 1983, World Championship 1985...this is as big or even bigger because this is in the truest format of the game, that is Test cricket.” Virat Kohli-led side ended a 71-year wait for a Test series victory Down Under. Their 2-1 victory confirmed when the rain-affected fourth and final test ended in a draw at Sydney Cricket Ground early on Monday afternoon. Wins in the first test in Adelaide and third in Melbourne ensured they could not lose the series and their batsmen, led by a 193 from Cheteshwar Pujara, batted Australia out of the fourth match with a daunting 622-7 declared total in the first innings. That all but destroyed home hopes of a face-saving victory and India's spinners then got to work to drive home the advantage in the field against an Australia side that failed to muster a single century over the series. The hosts were duly dismissed for 300 and Kohli did not hesitate to go for the jugular by enforcing the follow-on -- the first time in 30 years Australia had suffered such ignominy on home soil. Ultimately, it was the Sydney weather that saved Australia from a 3-1 humiliation with no play possible after tea on day four, when they had mustered up six runs without loss in their second innings.

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