India are yet to win a Test in Birmingham in nearly six decades -- boasting of a dismal record of seven losses and one draw in eight attempts.
Former India captains Bishan Singh Bedi and Anil Kumble along with yesteryear's great Mohinder Amarnath had deposed before the Justice Lodha Committee as they prepare an exhaustive report on the restructuring and reforms that need to be carried by the BCCI.
Former bowler Madan Lal added: "Heart-breaking that they decided to throw their medals. We aren't in favour of them throwing their medals because earning medals isn't easy and we urge the Government to sort out this issue as soon as possible."
Lookalike contest or not, we couldn't help but ask: Do these actors look like the legends they play on screen? Vote!
Batting great Sachin Tendulkar said India's 1983 World Cup triumph was a 'landmark event' in his life. India had defeated the mighty West Indies by 43 runs at Lord's to claim their first-ever World Cup title.
Captain Kapil Dev with the trophy at Lord's is a memory no cricket fan of that era will ever forget.
In-form batter K L Rahul, who is leading India in the ongoing first One-Day International against South Africa, is only the third player to lead his country in a 50 overs game without having captained in 'List A' cricket previously.
The Indian cricket team defied all odds, expectations and made history on June 25, 1983 by winning its first cricket World Cup crown, defeating the mighty West Indies in the final by 43 runs at Lord's.
After dropping a bombshell about interference in selection matters, former national selector Mohinder Amarnath today named BCCI president N Srinivasan as the person who overruled the "unanimous" decision to replace Mahendra Singh Dhoni as captain after India's eight consecutive overseas Test defeats.
The BCCI refuted former selector Mohinder Amarnath's accusation that Board president N Srinivasan had blocked a move to sack under-fire skipper Mahendra Singh Dhoni, insisting that the selectors are 'independent'.
Former India cricketer Mohinder Amarnath says the time has come to remove Mahendra Singh Dhoni from captaincy as his "defensive approach" has resulted in the country's prolonged failure on foreign soil.
Sukanya Verma quizzes you to find out just how much you know about the movies.
India skipper Virat Kohli emerged as the International Cricketer of the Year at the CEAT Cricket Ratings awards which were presented, in Mumbai, on Monday night.
Member of the 1983 World Cup-winning team Kirti Azad on Thursday backed the BCCI's directive for cricketers to play Ranji Trophy, saying it's a good move and the rule should be applicable to every India team player, including Rohit Sharma and Virat Kohli.
From CEOs to RBI governors, cricket's rich imagery and strategy resonate deeply with leadership, uncertainty, and decision-making across industries and global diplomacy, points out Suveen Sinha.
Former selection committee chairman Kiran More says Mohinder Amarnath's revelation about Board of Control for Cricket in India president N Srinivasan's interference in selection matters is '"not in good taste'.
The Board of Control for Cricket in India on Wednesday decided to extend its one-time benefit scheme to former Test cricketersthe four former Test cricketers G R Viswanath, Mohinder Amarnath, Dilip Vengsarkar and SMH Kirmani.
The Committee of Administrators (COA) has recommended former India captain Kapil Dev's name as a part of the four-member steering committee that will help in the formation of Players' Association as per Lodha Panel Recommendation.
India, led by a young Kapil Dev, shocked the cricketing world as they upset the mighty West Indies in the final to win their first World Cup.
Mohinder Amarnath on being eliminated from Jhalak Dikhla Jaa.
BCCI president N Srinivasan is under pressure to quit. After the Supreme Court castigated him for his continuance in office on Tuesday morning, former cricketers and administrators are also demanding his resignation.
Yusuf Pathan became the first batsman in the Twenty20 history, and sixth overall, to be adjudged out for obstructing the field.
Bollywood star Ranveer Singh, who plays Kapil Dev in Kabir Khan's '83, based on India's triumphant campaign to win the 1983 World Cup, and members of that history-making team teamed up to promote '83.
'He was a cricketer who come once in a lifetime...'
Former selector Mohinder Amarnath has openly stated that Mahendra Singh Dhoni needs to be stripped off Test captaincy, but his former teammate Sunil Gavaskar feels the 'time is not opportune as there is no alternative'.
Keeping in mind next year's tour to South Africa, Faisal Shariff suggests changes in India's batting order for the upcoming Tests against England.
Selection committee chairman Krishnamachari Srikkanth expressed confidence of a good showing from India's 15-memeber squad in the first two ODIs against England, saying it is "well-balanced" and "completely fit".
Members of the 1983 World Cup winning team has joined hands with Delhi Police to promote "teamwork and discipline" in India's fight against the coronavirus pandemic. The cricketers will be urging people to follow the government guidelines via Delhi Police, which will be promoting its initiative on Twitter with #1983 HeroesWithDelhiPolice.
Readers' take on the newly-formed panel to select the new coach.
The Kerala unit of the Congress instantly gets a headache when Shashi Tharoor lets loose one of his observations showering flowers on enemy territory. With every such action triggering controversy within a nervous Congress party, some feel it is high time Tharoor showed a degree of solidarity with the ideals of his party, notes Shyam G Menon.
Sunil Gavaskar said that the performance of a team depended on the players and not the coach.
The Board also resolved that only players could wear the India caps and not the working staff.
Former West India batsman Desmond Haynes has also been called for an interview by the BCCI for the India coach post.
BCCI president Ranbir Singh Mahendra said efforts are on 'to get in touch with 2-3 other former internationals from abroad before the final selection is made'.
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