India are the overwhelming favourites to lift a third World Cup but a star of the country's 1983 breakthrough triumph has warned of the threats posed by cricket's 'glorious uncertainties'.

Rohit Sharma's side have cruised into the semi-finals, where they will face New Zealand on Wednesday, with nine wins from nine matches in the group phase. Now, Syed Kirmani, who played a major role in the 1983 title victory which set India on the road to becoming the sport's financial powerhouse, has warned against complacency undermining the nation's hopes.