The Indian cricket team is looking for answers after their latest setback in an ICC event. 1983 World Cup-winning captain Kapil Dev extended his support to Indian skipper Rohit Sharma on Monday. After recording a perfect 10-match victory in the 2023 edition of the World Cup, Rohit's Team India suffered their first and most painful trounce in the final. Pat Cummins and Co. handed a six-wicket defeat to India in the summit clash, ending the unbeaten run of the World Cup hosts at the Narendra Modi Stadium.
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A day after Team India was defeated by Australia, legendary all-rounder Kapil penned a heartfelt note for Rohit on social media. Taking to Instagram after the conclusion of the ICC World Cup final in Ahmedabad, Kapil told Rohit that the entire nation is proud of his team's performance in the 50-over spectacle. Kapil wrote in his Instagram story, "You've played like champion boys. Keep your chin up. The trophy was the ultimate in your minds, but you've emerged winners nonetheless. India is proud of you."