New Delhi, June 25 -- The Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) on Thursday paid tribute to India's historic 1983 World Cup triumph, calling it "the victory that inspired generations," as the country marked the anniversary of its maiden ODI World Cup title.

In a post on X, BCCI recalled how legendary all-rounder Kapil Dev led a young Indian side to one of the most iconic upsets in cricket history, defending a modest total of 183 runs against the West Indies in the final at Lord's.

"The victory that inspired generations. #OTD in 1983, Kapil Dev and his men defended 183 against the West Indies at Lord's to clinch #TeamIndia's maiden World Cup title," the BCCI wrote, highlighting the significance of the historic victory that changed...