Historical match
India vs West Indies, 1983 ODI World Cup Final
The upset that redrew India's cricket future.
Story of the match
India posted a modest total and relied on relentless pressure, sharp catching, and belief.
Kapil Dev's running catch to dismiss Viv Richards remains one of the sport's canonical images.
Turning points
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Lord's balcony scenes
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Kapil with the trophy
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