Kapil Dev
Indian cricketer
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Summary
Kapil Dev was born on January 6, 1959[1], in Chandigarh[2]. He has worked as a cricketer[3], film actor[4], coach[5], and actor[6]. He ranks in the top 0.55% of human entities by monthly Wikipedia readership (8,182 views/month, #5,513 of 1,000,298).[7]
Key Facts
- Country of citizenship: India[8]
- Award received: Arjuna Award[9], Wisden Cricketer of the Year[10], Padma Bhushan[11], Padma Shri in sports[12]
- Religion or worldview: Hinduism[13]
- Sex or gender: male[14]
- Commons category: Kapil Dev[15]
- Residence: Chandigarh[16]
- Sport: cricket[17]
- Given name: Kapil[18]
- Topic's main category: Category:Kapil Dev[19]
- Country for sport: India[20]
- Social media followers: 450,609[21], 393,527[22], 581,331[23], 600,384[24]
Why It Matters
Kapil Dev has Wikipedia articles in 10 language editions, a strong signal of global cultural recognition.[25] He is known by 11 alternative names across languages and contexts.[26]
FAQs
Where was Kapil Dev born?
Kapil Dev's place of birth was Chandigarh[2].
What did Kapil Dev do for work?
Kapil Dev worked as a cricketer[3], film actor[4], coach[5], and actor[6].
What awards did Kapil Dev receive?
Honors received include Arjuna Award[9], Wisden Cricketer of the Year[10], Padma Bhushan[11], and Padma Shri in sports[12].