Anil Kumble

Indian cricketer and team captain

Anil Kumble - Indian cricketer and team captain
Born

October 17th, 1970
54 years ago

Category

Athletes & Sports Figures

Country

India

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A prominent cricketer from India, achieved significant success as a leg-spin bowler. Played for the national team from 1990 to 2007, and captained the team during the 2007 Cricket World Cup. Recognized for extraordinary performances in Test cricket, especially notable for his 10 wickets in a single innings against Pakistan in 1999. After retirement, transitioned into coaching and became the head coach of the Indian national team. Also served as a cricket administrator.

Took 10 wickets in a Test innings

Captained India in the 2007 World Cup

Wrote several cricket-related articles

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