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Anil Kumble

Former Indian cricketer · India · On the map · Athletes · Born 1970 · age 56

Anil Kumble is a former Indian cricketer, captain, coach and commentator who played Test and One Day International cricket for his national team over an international career of 18 years.

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A typical day, 30 days to 6 November 2026

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Career 6

ClubYears
Royal Challengers Bengaluru2008-2010
Surrey County Cricket Club2006
Leicestershire County Cricket Club2000
Northamptonshire County Cricket Club1995
India1990-2008
Karnataka cricket team

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In their own words 7

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  1. I have no regrets. Whatever happens, happens for good. I have done everything I could on a cricket field.

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  2. Nobody told me when to retire. Sourav (Ganguly) took his decision, I took my own decision, there was no pressure. Let`s leave it to the individuals.

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  3. ...not just cricket, but the success of athletes in other sports have helped India become a sporting nation.

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Awards

Wisden Cricketer of the Year1996
Arjuna Award
Padma Shri in sports

About this person

A right-arm leg spin bowler, regarded as one of the greatest bowlers in cricket history, he took 619 wickets in Test cricket and was the third-highest wicket taker of all time at the time of his retirement in 2008.

Country
India
Category
Athletes
Type
Athlete
Status
Living
Dates
Born 1970 · age 56

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