The anticipation is building as the Cricket World Cup approaches, with all eyes fixed on the leadership of Rohit Sharma and the Indian cricket team. The memories of India’s historic triumph in the 2011 Cricket World Cup, led by MS Dhoni, still bring joy to billions of cricket fans. It marked India’s second ODI Cricket World Cup victory, with the first being under the leadership of Kapil Dev in 1983. As the Cricket World Cup commences on October 5, cricket enthusiasts have high hopes for Rohit Sharma’s team, which includes cricket legends like Virat Kohli and Rohit Sharma.

Before the tournament kicks off, the Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) released a video featuring the Indian cricket team, leading many fans to speculate that it reveals the official jersey for the Cricket World Cup. The jersey showcased in the video boasts tricolored stripes on the shoulder, a departure from the three white stripes seen on India’s attire during the Asia Cup.

On Monday, legendary Indian all-rounder and World Cup-winning captain Kapil Dev expressed his admiration for the Indian cricket team, particularly fast bowler Mohammed Siraj, who played a pivotal role in India’s victory in the eighth Asia Cup title match against Sri Lanka. Mohammed Siraj’s outstanding performance led to the Lankan side being bowled out for a mere 50 runs in just 15.2 overs, thanks to his remarkable figures of 6/21.

Kapil Dev commended Siraj’s performance, saying, “Do you think I need to say anything more than what people are saying. What a fantastic cricket being played. I think as a cricketer I would like to see much closer games towards the World Cup but I think as a player dismiss them for 30 runs and win. But as a spectator, I would say it would be better if the game is close.”

Kapil Dev further highlighted the dominance of fast bowlers in the sub-continent, stating, “I am so happy that in the sub-continent all 10 wickets are being taken by our fast bowlers. I think that it is the cherry on the cake. There was a time when we used to depend on spinners but it is not anymore. That is why the team has become so good.”