India 's maiden cricket World Cup-winning captain Kapil Dev along with Bhaichung Bhutia and Sunil Chhetri graced the auspicious centenary celebrations of East Bengal on Thursday.
The Kolkata giants invited the cricket legend on their 100th foundation day to confer him with the club's highest honour Bharat Gaurav award.
Speaking on East Bengal's centenary year, Kapil Dev said, "I can understand upto one level that players are important but a hundred years for the fans is a huge moment. The media is also so much involved. It is a great occasion indeed."
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