The 1983 World Cup Winning Captain, Kapil Dev Hospitalized After Suffering Heart Attack

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The former India captain and legendary all-rounder, Kapil Dev suffered a mild heart attack on Friday (October 23) before undergoing angioplasty at a hospital in New Delhi. Kapil, 61, is stable after the successful procedure, according to India Today.

Kapil Dev's 1983 World Cup-winning India teammate Madan Lal said the former captain was taken to the hospital in time after he complained of uneasiness. Kapil had complained of uneasiness last night, following which he was taken to Escorts hospital where he underwent some tests. Stents have been placed and he is fine as of now.



"Please join me in sending prayers, strength, and good wishes to Kapil and Romi Dev for his speedy recovery. Kapil was taken to the hospital in time as he complained of uneasiness. As per the doctors, the procedure has been successful and he will be home soon", Madan Lal said in a social media post.

Please join me in sending prayers, strength and good wishes to Kapil and Romi Dev for his speedy recovery. Kapil was taken to the hospital in time as he complained of uneasiness. As per the doctors the procedure has been successful and he will be home soon. @vikrantgupta73

— Madan Lal (@MadanLal1983) October 23, 2020

Wishes for speedy recovery poured in from the sporting fraternity with the likes of Sachin Tendulkar, current Indian captain Virat Kohli, Shikhar Dhawan, Saina Nehwal, and others sent out their messages to the cricket great on social media.

Take care @therealkapildev! Praying for your quick recovery. Get well soon Paaji. 🙏🏼

— Sachin Tendulkar (@sachin_rt) October 23, 2020

Praying for your speedy recovery. 🙏🏻 Get well soon paaji. @therealkapildev

— Virat Kohli (@imVkohli) October 23, 2020

According to India Today, Kapil Dev is expected to return home in a couple of days. The doctors at the Delhi hospital have advised 3 weeks of rest for the legendary cricketer in order to fully recovery.

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