Kapil Dev: India's First World Champion

39 wins in 74 ODIs. Led India to its first World Cup in 1983. His aggressive captaincy changed Indian cricket forever.

Sachin Tendulkar: Greatness Beyond Captaincy

23 wins from 73 ODIs. Despite limited success as captain, his cricket intelligence and batting brilliance made him influential in team decisions.

Mohammad Azharuddin: The 90s Mastermind

90 wins in 174 ODIs. Dominated the 1990s with shrewd tactics and elegant batting. Made India formidable in home conditions.

Sourav Ganguly: The Foundation Builder

76 wins in 146 ODIs. Rebuilt Indian cricket after the match-fixing scandal. Created a fearless team that could win overseas.

Rahul Dravid: The Thoughtful Strategist

42 wins in 79 ODIs. Brought analytical thinking to captaincy. Emphasized preparation and process over results.

MS Dhoni - The Captain Cool

110 wins from 200 matches. Led India to 2011 World Cup and 2013 Champions Trophy. Famous for his calm demeanor under pressure.

Virat Kohli - The Passionate Leader

65 wins in 95 ODIs with impressive 68.4% win rate. Transformed fitness standards in Indian cricket. His passionate leadership style redefined team's approach to limited-overs cricket.