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If there is one thing I can never forget just like the epic movie moments, it is India’s world cup wins in 1983 and 2011. Imagine this; Kapil Dev lifting the trophy in ’83, MS Dhoni’s helicopter shot in ’11. The two are not just moments etched on every Indian cricket fan’s heart but also iconic victories which will be discussed herein with a sprinkle of humor here are some personal anecdotes.
1983: The Underdogs Who Became Legends
In truth, no-one rated india as a genuine contender back then in the summer of ’83. We were underdogs, i.e., the side whom everyone thought would merely be present for numbers sake only. But Kapil Dev had other ideas for his team that looked as if they were out of a Bollywood film with an unpredictable story-line.
**The Turning Point:** Remember when Kapil Dev caught Viv Richards off Malcom Marshall during that final match? West Indies looked set for victory until Kabir took that catch going backwards and suddenly everything changed. It was like slow motion movie magic!
My father often talks about that day till now; how he sat around a radio with friends all tensioned up waiting for results. When India won, my whole street burst into celebration: Diwali came early this June!
2011: The Dream Come True
Fast forward to 2011; talk about high expectations. India was hosting the world cup and there was immense pressure. Sachin Tendulkar, the god of cricket, playing his last World Cup. There couldn’t have been a better script for fairytale endings.
**The Grand Finale:** The final held at Wankhede Stadium against Sri Lanka is one that movies are made of. India had a shaky start on their way to 275 runs set by Sri Lanka. But then came Gautam Gambhir with an important 97 runs in his pocket to steady the ship. Oh, and Dhoni’s clever decision to push himself up the order.
That final over was just unbelievable; Dhoni belted that iconic six which sealed victory for India. It seemed as though it were straight from some Indian action film; the crowd went crazy as did my friends and I; we jumped, we shouted, we hugged – sheer bliss!
Personal Connections and Memories
Every Indian has a story associated with those wins. I remember watching the final in a friend’s place in 2011.The room was crowded and every ball bowled induced skipped heartbeats.When Dhoni hit that sixer we all lost it.I think I even hugged a stranger that day!
Cricket is not simply a game in India but more like an emotion or religion.These victories united us, made us believe in miracles.Every now and then moments like these remind us why cricket has our hearts.
The Legacy
The victories changed Indian cricket forever.The triumph of ’83 gave confidence and self respect whereas winning of ‘11 cemented our position as cricketing super-power house.It inspired many youngsters to take up bat & balls with big dreams on mind.
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From Kapil Dev’s heroic catch to Dhoni’s helicopter shot, India’s World Cup triumphs in 1983 and 2011 are unforgettable. These are tales of determination, perseverance and great will power. These moments have made us laugh, cry, and celebrate like never before.
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Here is to memories, magic and dreams of many more such victories!