83
~The team that defied all odds. The game that united the country.
Overview
On the 25th of June 1983, the Lord’s Cricket Ground witnessed one of the biggest underdog stories in the history of sports. Fourteen inspired players - led by a man's self-belief and conviction - fought against all odds and orchestrated India’s greatest sporting triumph by beating the two-time World Champions West Indies.
Genres
- Drama
- History
General Information
Release Date: 2021-12-23
Budget: $36786988
Revenue: $25452983
Runtime: 160 min
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