| Born | Jan 06, 1959 |
|---|---|
| Place of birth | Chandigarh |
| Height | 183 cm (6 ft 0 in) |
| Player Type | All Rounder |
| Batting | Right Handed |
| Bowling | Right arm, Fast Medium |
| Nickname | Haryana Hurricane, Kapil Paaji, Kaaps |
| Spouse | Romi Bhatia |
|---|---|
| Children | Amiya Dev |
| Parents | Ram Lal Nikhanj, Raj Kumari Lajwanti |
Kapil Dev, widely regarded as one of India's greatest cricketers, had a remarkable career that spanned from 1978 to 1994. Known for his dynamic all-round skills and exceptional leadership, Kapil Dev left an indelible mark on the game of cricket.
Career Statistics
Batting (Right-Handed batsman)
| Format | M | Inn | NO | Runs | HS | Avg | SR | 100s | 50s |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Test 1978-94 | 131 | 184 | 15 | 5248 | 163 | 31.1 | - | 8 | 27 |
| ODI 1978-94 | 225 | 198 | 39 | 3783 | 175* | 23.8 | 95.1 | 1 | 14 |
Bowling (Right-arm Fast Medium Bowler)
| Format | M | Inn | Wkts | Best | Econ |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Test 1978-94 | 131 | 227 | 434 | 9/83 | 2.78 |
| ODI 1978-94 | 225 | 221 | 253 | 5/43 | 3.71 |
Debuts
| Test (cap #141) | 16 October 1978 v Pakistan |
| ODI (cap #25) | 1 October 1978 v Pakistan |
Lasts
| Test (cap #141) | 19 March 1994 v New Zealand |
| ODI (cap #25) | 17 October 1994 v West Indies |