The incident took place in 1986 in Sharjah, ahead of an India vs Pakistan final, when Kapil Dev was India’s captain.
Underworld don Dawood Ibrahim entered the Indian dressing room along with actor Mehmood, who introduced him as a businessman.
Dawood allegedly offered each Indian player a Toyota Corolla if India defeated Pakistan in the final.
When Kapil Dev entered the dressing room, he became angry seeing outsiders present and immediately asked them to leave.
Kapil first requested Mehmood to step out and then sternly ordered the unknown man—later identified as Dawood—to leave the dressing room.
Even after learning that the man was Dawood Ibrahim, Kapil Dev showed no fear and maintained that outsiders were not allowed, showcasing his discipline and courage.