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PHOTOS: Kapil Dev's wax figurine unveiled at Madam Tussauds

PHOTOS: Kapil Dev's wax figurine unveiled at Madam Tussauds

Rediff.com11 May 2017

Soon you will meet cricket legend Kapil Dev at Madam Tussaids in Delhi

Bindra is a frustrated man: Kapil Dev

Bindra is a frustrated man: Kapil Dev

Rediff.com7 Sep 2007

The former all-rounder admitted that ICL is more of a money-making venture but insisted that it is also a good initiative aimed at nurturing young talent.

Drop Sehwag and Kaif, says Kapil Dev

Drop Sehwag and Kaif, says Kapil Dev

Rediff.com11 Apr 2006

The former India captain said that Virender Sehwag and Mohammad Kaif should be asked to play domestic cricket to regain their touch.

Expecting Aditi to win a medal at Paris Olympics: Kapil Dev

Expecting Aditi to win a medal at Paris Olympics: Kapil Dev

Rediff.com11 Jul 2024

Aditi Ashok can win a medal at the Paris Olympics provided her form does not betray her in pressure situations, said PGTI president Kapil Dev.

Tendulkar Joins Support Group As Kambli's Health Worsens

Tendulkar Joins Support Group As Kambli's Health Worsens

Rediff.com16 Apr 2026

Former cricketer Vinod Kambli is facing ongoing health challenges, including memory issues, despite improvements in his physical condition. Sachin Tendulkar and friends have formed a support group to provide financial and emotional assistance.

Tendulkar comes down heavily on former India coach Kapil Dev

Tendulkar comes down heavily on former India coach Kapil Dev

Rediff.com6 Nov 2014

'He did not involve himself in strategic discussions that would help us on the field', Tendulkar claims in his just-released autobiography.

Off camera with Shoaib Akhtar and Kapil Dev!

Off camera with Shoaib Akhtar and Kapil Dev!

Rediff.com11 Jun 2015

India's former Test cricketer Aakash Chopra presented what happens when the camera turns off.

Kapil Dev inducted into ICC Hall of Fame

Kapil Dev inducted into ICC Hall of Fame

Rediff.com9 Mar 2010

Former India captain and legendary all-rounder Kapil Dev was inducted into the Cricket Hall of Fame at a ceremony held at the ICC headquarters in Dubai.

Stats: Ashwin equals Kapil Dev's record

Stats: Ashwin equals Kapil Dev's record

Rediff.com19 Nov 2016

India captain Virat Kohli and off-spinner R Ashwin put on splendid performances to put the hosts in the driver's seat on Day 3 of the 2nd Test. Here are the statistical highlights from the day's play from the match played between India and England in Visakhapatnam on Saturday.

Kapil Dev backs demonetisation, terms it 'bold step'

Kapil Dev backs demonetisation, terms it 'bold step'

Rediff.com29 Nov 2016

Former India cricket captain Kapil Dev has strongly come out in support of demonetisation, saying it is a bold step in the interest of the nation. "Although it has brought some initial problems, it will bear fruits in the long run," the legendary all-rounder said addressing the annual function of Sat Paul Mittal School in Ludhiana.

Kapil Dev likely to apply for BCCI amnesty

Kapil Dev likely to apply for BCCI amnesty

Rediff.com16 Jul 2012

After granting amnesty to Kiran More, the Board Of Control For Cricket In India in all likelihood will soon be granting amnesty to Kapil Dev and welcome him back in the official fold as the former Indian captain is all set to write to the cricket board on this issue.

SEE: Kapil Dev shares health update in new video

SEE: Kapil Dev shares health update in new video

Rediff.com29 Oct 2020

He put out the video through different media outlets.

Boxer Manoj slams Kapil Dev, says Arjuna Award a 'fitting reply'

Boxer Manoj slams Kapil Dev, says Arjuna Award a 'fitting reply'

Rediff.com26 Nov 2014

Commonwealth Games gold medallist boxer Manoj Kumar on Wednesday lashed out at Kapil Dev, saying the Arjuna Award is a "fitting reply" from him to the former India cricket captain, who had earlier refused to recognise the pugilist.

Don't keep so much hope that people end up with broken hearts: Kapil Dev

Don't keep so much hope that people end up with broken hearts: Kapil Dev

Rediff.com28 Nov 2023

Excess hype often leads to broken hearts and hence it is always necessary to strike a balance, legendary Kapil Dev said on Tuesday in context of India's six-wicket defeat at the hands of Australia in the World Cup final earlier this month.

Woman Found Murdered In Sultanpur Village

Woman Found Murdered In Sultanpur Village

Rediff.com10 May 2026

An elderly woman was found murdered in her village in Sultanpur district, Uttar Pradesh. Police are investigating the case, with multiple teams formed to find the perpetrator.

Spotted: Kapil Dev at the New Delhi airport

Spotted: Kapil Dev at the New Delhi airport

Rediff.com17 Jan 2007

Reader Sarvanan Neelaraju sent us a picture of Kapil Dev.

There will never be another Kapil Dev: Srikkanth

There will never be another Kapil Dev: Srikkanth

Rediff.com16 Jul 2010

Members of 1983 World Cup winning team never thought of even reaching the semi-finals but it was their "mad" skipper Kapil Dev's inspirational leadership that guided them to the coveted trophy, said chief India selector Krishnamachari Srikkanth.

Dhawan is the future of Indian batting: Kapil Dev

Dhawan is the future of Indian batting: Kapil Dev

Rediff.com8 Jun 2013

Paying rich tribute to Shikhar Dhawan for his maiden One-day International century against South Africa, former India skipper Kapil Dev said the Delhi left-hander was the future of Indian cricket.

IPL 2026: Allan Border rings bell at Eden Gardens ahead of KKR vs RR game

IPL 2026: Allan Border rings bell at Eden Gardens ahead of KKR vs RR game

Rediff.com19 Apr 2026

Former Australia captain Allan Border rang the iconic Eden Gardens bell ahead of Match No. 28 of the Indian Premier League 2026 between Kolkata Knight Riders and Rajasthan Royals in Kolkata on April 19, 2026.

Batting form crucial to India's chances: Kapil Dev

Batting form crucial to India's chances: Kapil Dev

Rediff.com1 Feb 2011

Batting would be India's strength in the upcoming World Cup but Mahendra Singh Dhoni's wretched luck with the toss will also have to turn for the better if India are to break a 28-year-old jinx at the mega-event, feels 1983 World Cup winning captain Kapil Dev.

Kapil Dev to pick Indian women's cricket team coach?

Kapil Dev to pick Indian women's cricket team coach?

Rediff.com4 Dec 2018

As per norms, the CAC is mandated to conduct interviews for the job but the committee, comprising the legendary trio of Sachin Tendulkar, VVS Laxman and Sourav Ganguly, may not be part of the process owing to prior commitments.

Spotted: Kapil Dev and Barry Richards in Japan

Spotted: Kapil Dev and Barry Richards in Japan

Rediff.com6 Aug 2007

Reader Alok Rakyan sent us this picture from Japan.

I have never understood what amnesty means: Kapil Dev

I have never understood what amnesty means: Kapil Dev

Rediff.com25 Jul 2012

Kapil Dev is certainly a relieved man after being back into the BCCI fold but the legendary all-rounder still has reservations if one terms his comeback as getting "amnesty from BCCI."

Spotted: Kapil Dev at the Qatar MotoGP

Spotted: Kapil Dev at the Qatar MotoGP

Rediff.com11 Aug 2008

Reader Louet Colaco sent us a photograph of Kapil Dev from Qatar.

Now, Conflict of Interest notice sent to Kapil Dev-led CAC

Now, Conflict of Interest notice sent to Kapil Dev-led CAC

Rediff.com28 Sep 2019

The Cricket Advisory Committee comprising Kapil Dev, Shantha Rangaswamy and Anshuman Gaekwad, who picked the current India coach have been to respond by October 10.

Kohli's not brave enough statement is weak: Kapil Dev

Kohli's "not brave enough" statement is weak: Kapil Dev

Rediff.com1 Nov 2021

The legendary Kapil Dev feels Virat Kohli's admission of his team not being brave enough in the T20 World Cup loss to New Zealand is a "very weak statement" and head coach Ravi Shastri along with mentor Mahendra Singh Dhoni should step up to lift the players' morale.

Spotted: Kapil Dev at the Doha Moto GP night race

Spotted: Kapil Dev at the Doha Moto GP night race

Rediff.com24 Mar 2008

Reader Vilas Deshmukh sent us this picture from Doha, Qatar.

I have lost my guru and dear friend, says Kapil Dev

I have lost my guru and dear friend, says Kapil Dev

Rediff.com17 Aug 2013

Legendary cricketer Kapil Dev on Saturday turned emotional at the demise of his coach and Dronacharya awardee Desh Prem Azad, saying he has lost his guru and a dear friend.

Kapil Dev honoured with Lifetime Achievement award in the House of Lords

Kapil Dev honoured with Lifetime Achievement award in the House of Lords

Rediff.com25 Sep 2014

Indian cricket legend Kapil Dev has been honoured with a Lifetime Achievement award at a ceremony in the House of Lords in London.

Individual ego shouldn't come in way of women's cricket development: Kapil Dev

Individual ego shouldn't come in way of women's cricket development: Kapil Dev

Rediff.com4 Jan 2019

A 'disturbed' former captain Kapil Dev, on Friday, expressed his displeasure in the manner Committee of Administrators member Diana Edulji tried to stall WV Raman's appointment as the coach of the Indian women's team.

Kapil Dev back in BCCI fold after sorting out differences

Kapil Dev back in BCCI fold after sorting out differences

Rediff.com25 Jul 2012

Former India captain Kapil Dev and the Indian Cricket Board buried the hatchet following their differences over cricketer joining rebel ICL and welcomed him back with immediate effect disbursing his one-time benefit payment of Rs 1.5 crore.

Kapil Dev on what Dhoni should do to regain form

Kapil Dev on what Dhoni should do to regain form

Rediff.com2 Nov 2020

'He should go back to first-class cricket (domestic List A and T20) and play there'

15 years on, Sachin Tendulkar recalls India's iconic 2011 triumph

15 years on, Sachin Tendulkar recalls India's iconic 2011 triumph

Rediff.com2 Apr 2026

Sachin Tendulkar reflects on India's iconic 2011 World Cup win, recalling the emotions, key moments and shared dream that ended a 28-year wait for the title.

I would like to see an Indo-Pak match: Kapil Dev

I would like to see an Indo-Pak match: Kapil Dev

Rediff.com24 Aug 2010

Former Indian captain Kapil Dev has endorsed the idea of having a India-Pakistan match to raise funds for the millions of people stranded and displaced due to the floods in Pakistan.

Kapil Dev-led CAC unlikely to be part of support staff selection

Kapil Dev-led CAC unlikely to be part of support staff selection

Rediff.com17 Aug 2019

The selection of Ravi Shastri's coaching team will take place on Monday and the interviews for the batting, bowling and fielding coaches will be conducted by the national selection committee headed by MSK Prasad.

'Imran Khan should be looked after': Sourav Ganguly Bats For Former Pakistan Captain, Prime Minister

'Imran Khan should be looked after': Sourav Ganguly Bats For Former Pakistan Captain, Prime Minister

Rediff.com17 Feb 2026

Former India captain Sourav Ganguly supports the appeal by ex-international captains for fair treatment and medical care for Imran Khan.

Kapil Refuses To Acknowledge Yograj

Kapil Refuses To Acknowledge Yograj

Rediff.com14 Jan 2025

Kapil Dev is known to be a soft spoken gentleman and on Monday, those very characteristics came to the fore when he was questioned by reporters over some claims made by former cricketer Yograj Singh.

Ranveer Singh's Dhurandhar 2 Set to Overtake Baahubali 2 at Worldwide Box Office

Ranveer Singh's Dhurandhar 2 Set to Overtake Baahubali 2 at Worldwide Box Office

Rediff.com29 Apr 2026

Ranveer Singh's Dhurandhar 2 is on track to surpass Baahubali 2's worldwide box office record. Released in March 2026, the spy thriller has garnered significant demand, with collections nearing Rs 1,788.06 crore. The film's success has also revived Ranveer Singh's career after a period of underperforming movies.

'Pandya can be the next Kapil Dev if he stays grounded'

'Pandya can be the next Kapil Dev if he stays grounded'

Rediff.com13 Aug 2017

The chairman of selectors M S K Prasad feels that Hardik Pandya has the potential to match the legendary Kapil Dev, provided the all-rounder stays grounded.

Excited to portray legend Kapil Dev on screen: Ranveer

Excited to portray legend Kapil Dev on screen: Ranveer

Rediff.com24 Dec 2017

Actor Ranveer Singh, who is portraying the character of India's first World Cup-winning captain Kapil Dev in the movie '83', says he is excited to 'get into the skin of such a legendary player'.