One of only five batsmen to aggregate more than 300 runs in the 1983 World Cup, registering the highest individual score in the 1983 edition, one among the top ten wicket-takers, an economy rate of 2.91, most number of catches, a match-turning catch and a historic moment atop the Lord's balcony - this was Kapil Dev's journey in the Prudential World Cup in England in 1983.

175* against Zimbabwe:

India started the tournament well, winning their first two matches against West Indies and Zimbabwe. However, their campaign was derailed as they suffered back-to-back losses against Australia and West Indies. They were on the verge of losing their third on the trot when they were reduced 17/5 by Zimbabwe. It soon became 77/6 and 78/7. Having seen wickets fall like nine pins, skipper, Kapil, decided to counter-attack and he did so brilliantly by scoring an unbeaten 175 off just 138 deliveries, with 14 fours and 6 sixes. While all appeared lost for India when the top-order was blown away, Kapil's 126-run stand with Syed Kirmani lifted India to 266/8. Zimbabwe managed to reach 235 before they folded, and had it not been for their captain, India would not only have suffered a huge humiliation but their confidence would have also taken a beating.

Bowling them over:

Kapil also starred in the semi-final match against England, picking up