Kapil Dev: Biography, Records, Age, Height, Achievements, Family and Career Statistics

Kapil Dev’s name is closely associated with Indian cricket. When India defeated the West Indies in the 1983 World Cup final, they became a cricketing powerhouse. Kapil’s influence on Indian cricket cannot be denied. He was the first Indian fast bowler to gain the respect of batsmen worldwide. The fast bowling scene in India has forever changed since his advent. Here was an all-around fast bowler who could throw down “body blows” when necessary.

In 1994, he surpassed Hadlee’s record of 431 wickets to become the world’s leading wicket-taker. Anil Kumble’s Test innings total of 9/83 became the best by an Indian bowler when he surpassed it. Upon retiring from cricket, he became the head coach of the Indian team. Manoj Prabhakar’s reign at the top came to an end in tears after he was implicated in the match-fixing case. In 2007, he became an executive member of the Indian Cricket League, a separate organization not recognized by the BCCI. However, the NCA terminated his employment as a result.

Kapil Dev’s TEST batting and fielding statistics are innings (184), runs (5248), HS (163), Ave (31.05), and MAT (131). The ODI batting and fielding statistics of Kapil Dev are innings (198), runs (3883), HS (175), and average (23.79). Kapil Dev’s FC batting and fielding statistics are innings (384), runs (11356), HS (293) and average (32.91).

Kapil Dev’s bowling statistics in TEST format are Innings (227), Balls (27740), Runs (12867), Wickets (434), Econ (2.78) and Ave (29.64). ODI bowling statistics for Kapil Dev include innings (221), runs (6945), wickets (253) and econ (3.71). Using FC format, Kapil Dev’s bowling statistics are runs (22626), wickets (335), economy (2.77), and average (27.09).

Kapil Dev’s Biography

1. Real Name : Kapil Dev Ramlal Nikhanj
2. Nickname: Haryana Hurricane, KD
3. Profession: Indian cricketer (Batsman), Businessman
4. Coach Mentor: Desh Prem Azad
5. Batting Style: Right-handed batsmen
6. Bowling Style: Right-arm-fast medium
7. Kapil Dev Net Worth: 220 Crore INR
8. Kapil Dev Salary: 12 Crore+
9. Kapil Dev Monthly Income: 1 Crore+
10. Kapil Dev Instagram Handle: @therealkapildev

Kapil Dev’s Physical Status

1. Kapil Dev Height: 83m
2. Kapil Dev Weight: 80 Kilograms
3. Kapil Dev Body measurements: Chest – 105cm, Waist – 76.3cm, Biceps – 40.64cm
4. Kapil Dev Eye color: Dark Brown
5. Kapil Dev Hair color: Salt & Pepper

Kapil Dev’s Personal Life

1. Date of Birth: January 6, 1959
2. Place of Birth: Chandigarh, India
3. Age: 62 Years (as of 2021)
4. Hometown: Chandigarh, India
5. Nationality: Indian
6. School: DAV Senior Secondary School, Section 8-C, Chandigarh
7. Highest Educational qualifications: 12th grade
8. Zodiac Sign: Capricorn

Kapil Dev’s Cricket Debut

1. ODI Debut: India v/s Pakistan at Quetta, 1 October 1978
2. TEST Debut: India v/s Pakistan at Faisalabad, 16 October 1978

Kapil Dev’s Achievements

1. THE Indian government awarded him with the arjuna award as well as the Padma Bhushan Medal in 2002. Also, was named as the “Indian Cricketer of the Century.” By Wisdon.
2. He also received the Arjuna Award and the Padma Bhushan medal from the Indian government.
3. At a young age, taking 100, 200, and 300 wickets in Test cricket
4. For his outstanding achievements in cricket, he was awarded the “Padma Shri” title in 1982
5. In 1983, Wisden Cricketers’ Almanack named him “Wisden Cricketer of the Year.”.
6. Held the record for the most Test wickets taken in 1994 and 1999.

Kapil Dev’s Family Details

1. Marital Status: Married
2. Kapil Dev Wife’s name : Romi Bhatia
3. Kapil Dev Wife’s Profession: Entrepreneur
4. Kapil Dev Children : Daughter – Amiya Dev
5. Kapil Dev Parent’s Name : Father – Ram Lal Nikhanj, Mother – Raj Kumari Lajwanti
6. Kapil Dev Siblings: Brother – Ramesh, Bhushan, Sister – Manju, Neeru and Pinky Gill
7. Kapil Dev Religion : Hinduism
8. Other hobbies : Travelling, Reading and Cooking

Here are some of the lesser-known facts about Kapil Dev

1. In Test matches, only Kapil Dev has taken 434 wickets and scored more than 5000 runs.
2. In his 184 innings of Test cricket, Kapil Dev never got out.
3. In 2002, Wisden named Kapil Dev the Indian Cricketer of the Century.
4. Kapil Dev has appeared in cameo roles in four movies: Aryan: Unbreakable, Chain Kulii ki Main Kulii, Iqbal, and Mujhse Shaadi Karogi.
5. The only cricketer to ever take 434 wickets and score more than 5000 runs in a Test match is Kapil Dev.

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