Cricket World Cup: Comparison Of Kapil Dev, MS Dhoni And Rohit Sharma As Captains

Rohit Sharma became the eighth captain to lead Team India in the ODI World Cups when he marshalled his troops in the 2023 edition of the quadrennial showpiece on home soil. Known for his adept batting skills, Rohit Sharma showcased not only his ability to score runs consistently but also demonstrated a strategic and adaptive leadership style throughout the competition. Rohit Sharma has shown an astute cricketing mind by keeping a balance between aggression and composure. The recent nine-match winning streak in the ICC Cricket World Cup 2023 has prompted comparisons between him and the other Indian World Cup-winning captains, Kapil Dev and MS Dhoni.

All three have left an indelible mark on the Indian cricketing landscape. Kapil Dev's historic triumph, MS Dhoni's era of dominance and Rohit Sharma's strategic captaincy have contributed to a rich tapestry of leadership styles that have shaped and continue to shape Indian cricket.

We take a look at factors that distinguish the three greats as captains.

Captaincy era

Kapil Dev was handed the captaincy of the team which lacked ambition and the resources to dominate world cricket. However, despite these shortcomings, he successfully united the team, igniting a desire and instilling a winning mentality that propelled them to emerge as the best.

Meanwhile, MS Dhoni took over a team with youthful vigour and a keen desire to establish itself on the global cricket stage. He built a side that was not just talented but also mentally tough. Dhoni continued with former captain Sourav Ganguly's fearless brand of cricket that saw India achieve success in the limited-overs format and make significant strides in Test cricket. MS Dhoni was instrumental in giving opportunities to young