1983 World Cup Win "Will Never Be Forgotten": Indian Cricketers Recall Landmark Day

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Former and current Indian cricketers took to social media to recall the country's maiden World Cup title win that came 37 years ago on this day.

"37 years back..Thank you @therealkapildev and whole team for inspiring us #WorldCup1983," Harbhajan Singh captioned the picture.

Former India batsman Mohammad Kaif also heaped praise on Kapil Dev and shared the "iconic" image on the 37th anniversary of India's maiden World Cup title win.

"June 25, 1983: The iconic image of Kapil Dev holding the World Cup Trophy at Lord's is a watershed moment in Indian cricket history. It changed cricket in India. This win inspired the next generation to achieve the impossible & dream BIG," Mohammad Kaif tweeted.

"One of the most important events in the History of Indian Cricket This win inspired India's future generations to dream big! 37 years to this glory of #WorldCup1983 @therealkapildev," Suresh Raina captioned a few pictures from the tournament on Twitter.

In the final, India lost the toss and were asked to bat by Clive Lloyd. Krishnamachari Srikkanth top-scored for India with a knock of 38 as India were bowled out for 183.

Defending a target of 184, Madan Lal and Mohinder Amarnath took three wickets apiece as the West Indies were bundled out for 140, losing the final by 43 runs.