5 potential biopics on Indian Cricketers

#2 Kapil Dev

Kapil Dev

Kapil Dev is the best all-rounder that India has ever produced and is also, arguably, one of the greatest cricketers of all time. Famously known as the Haryana Hurricane, Kapil created ripples in domestic cricket with his gifted cricketing abilities.

Characterised with a graceful bowling action and an ability to swing the ball, his bowling had the potential to penetrate through any batting order. Kapil was a champion with the bat as well and scored some crucial knocks when the team needed them the most. His 175* against Zimbabwe in the 1983 World Cup is one of the finest ODI knocks ever.

He captained the Indian team to its first World Cup victory in 1983 – a moment in Indian cricket which is not only the most iconic but also one that inspired a generation to take up the game in years to come.

Unfortunately, Kapil’s name was dragged into a match fixing scandal in 1999. This left the entire cricketing world in shock and Kapil had to face a lot of humiliation. However, much to the relief of everyone, these charges were later dismissed.

From winning India's first World cup to facing the dark side of the match-fixing world, Kapil Dev has seen it all. He is certainly one of the country's brightest sporting heroes and his legend will continue to inspire many youngsters across the nation.