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Kapil Dev
1983 World Cup-winning captain Kapil Dev is one of the top choices for corporate speaking gigs. He juggles media contracts and business ventures, picking his work with utmost care. The most followed and tech-savvy among his teammates, he stays highly active on social media.
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Sunil Gavaskar
Sunil Gavaskar is constantly watching and analysing cricket, offering insights for both experts and casual fans. His voice has become a staple in the commentary box during India matches. Among former players, his move into media was the most seamless and impactful.
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Krishnamachari Srikkanth
The hero of the 1983 final at Lord’s, Krishnamachari Srikkanth stayed deeply involved with cricket post-retirement. He led the selection committee behind India’s 2011 World Cup triumph and later moved into commentary and analysis. He also dabbled in coaching, though only briefly.
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Mohinder Amarnath
Post-retirement, he embraced the hustle of Mumbai, coaching at Khar Gymkhana before launching his own academy in Baroda. He served briefly as a national selector but parted ways. He now lives a quieter life with his family in Goa.
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Yashpal Sharma
After the 1983 win, he continued in First-class cricket for eight years and also played for the SBI team. He stayed involved through coaching, umpiring, and national selection, eventually finding a media role with TV. He passed away on July 13, 2021, aged 66, following a heart attack after a morning walk.
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Sandeep Patil
Following retirement, he had a great run as India’s head coach. These days, he lives a quieter life, spending time with his grandchildren and travelling between Mumbai and scenic Lavasa. With no professional obligations, he enjoys the calm and comfort of his surroundings.
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Syed Kirmani
Part of the historic 1983 squad, he faded from the national team within three years. After administrative work with KSCA and a term as a witty national selector, he settled into a media career and took up golf. He continues to appear on TV now and then, offering expert commentary.
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Roger Binny
Currently serving as the BCCI President, he previously held the top post at KSCA as well. After retirement, he took up coaching and also served as a national selector. Based in Bengaluru, he enjoys spending time at his farm near Bandipur National Park.
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Balvinder Sandhu
Post-retirement, this deceptive medium-pacer turned to coaching, a passion he pursues daily. He also served as Assistant Director on ’83, the Ranveer Singh film celebrating India’s 1983 World Cup win, contributing research and assisting with shoots.
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Madan Lal
After retiring from cricket, he took on roles as a selector, coach, and media expert. He later developed a passion for golf and was often seen on the course. Now, he runs his academy at the Siri Fort Complex in Delhi and occasionally appears on news channels sharing his cricket insights.
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Ravi Shastri
Known fondly as 'Mr. Cricket,' this Mumbai all-rounder has been deeply connected to the game since his first competitive match. Over the years, he’s risen as a respected commentator and has also proudly served as Team India’s head coach.
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Dilip Vengsarkar
After retirement, Dilip was busy coaching and scouting work. Later, he also took up administrative work at the MCA. As national selector, he highlighted M S Dhoni’s leadership qualities. Media work did not attract him and he was happy to concentrate on unearthing talent at the grassroots level.
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Kirti Azad
Post-retirement, he served as a national selector and appeared on TV as a cricket analyst. Drawn to politics, he returned to his roots in Darbhanga to serve the people. A vocal advocate for justice, he continues his political journey while actively fighting corruption in the Delhi and District Cricket Association.
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Sunil Valson
He had a solid cricketing career and later built a successful corporate life, retiring as a senior manager from the Steel Authority of India. Unlike many peers, he didn’t rely on cricket post-retirement. In 2008, he joined GMR as Associate VP during the IPL’s launch, managed Cricket Operations for Delhi Daredevils, and contributed to the DDCA’s Cricket Improvement Committee. Today, he leads a quiet life, dividing his time between Delhi and Dehradun.
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