News for 'Anil Kumble'

Fantastic 4 Who Have Played Every IPL

Fantastic 4 Who Have Played Every IPL

Rediff.com26 Mar 2026

Since the inaugural edition of IPL in 2008, only four cricketers have played a match in all 18 IPL seasons.

Waugh salutes quiet performer Kumble

Waugh salutes quiet performer Kumble

Rediff.com17 Jan 2008

"Any fair-minded cricket fan would have enjoyed Anil Kumble's 600th Test wicket even though it was Australia's potential saviour Andrew Symonds," Waugh wrote in his column for the 'Daily Telegraph'.

Spotted: Anil Kumble and other Indian players

Spotted: Anil Kumble and other Indian players

Rediff.com14 Aug 2007

Reader Sarika Srivastava sent us these pictures from Nottingham.

Kumble nominated to anti-doping panel

Kumble nominated to anti-doping panel

Rediff.com19 Dec 2008

India's former cricket skipper Anil Kumble has been nominated to the athletes' committee of the World Anti-Doping Agency (WADA). The leg spinner, who retired last month as the third highest Test wicket-taker with 619 wickets, has been included in the list announced on the WADA website (www.wada-ama.org).

Kumble an inspiration for generations: Tendulkar

Kumble an inspiration for generations: Tendulkar

Rediff.com2 Nov 2008

Sachin Tendulkar described Anil Kumble as a great player who will be an inspiration for generations to come. "It's truly an honour and privilege to have played in the same era. He will remain an inspiration for the next generations. To become another Anil Kumble one will have to work really, really hard," he said.

'Key reasons behind RR and KKR's poor run at IPL 2025'

'Key reasons behind RR and KKR's poor run at IPL 2025'

Rediff.com23 Apr 2025

RR feeling Jos Buttler's absence, KKR under-utilising Andre Russell: Anil Kumble

Patidar's Trophy Glance Stuns RCB Fans

Patidar's Trophy Glance Stuns RCB Fans

Rediff.com3 Jun 2025

During the pre-match press conference, Patidar locked eyes with the trophy -- a long, lingering stare. Social media lit up. The moment instantly reminded fans of Rohit Sharma's haunting glance at the 2023 World Cup trophy, hours before India's heartbreaking loss in the final.

Ashwin, All The Numbers...

Ashwin, All The Numbers...

Rediff.com19 Dec 2024

Appeared in 61 Tests won by India. Only Sachin Tendulkar (72) and Virat Kohli (62) have been part of a winning XI on more occasions for India.

'Biggest signing in BBL history': Thunder confirm Ashwin signing

'Biggest signing in BBL history': Thunder confirm Ashwin signing

Rediff.com25 Sep 2025

Ravichandran Ashwin is set to create history as the first capped India men's player to play in the Australia's Big Bash League.

India vs NZ: Inside their ICC knockout rivalry

India vs NZ: Inside their ICC knockout rivalry

Rediff.com7 Mar 2026

A look back at the thrilling encounters between India and New Zealand in ICC tournament knockout stages, highlighting key moments and memorable performances.

Congratulate the Kumbles

Congratulate the Kumbles

Rediff.com2 Apr 2004

Ace leg-spinner Anil Kumble became a proud father on Friday when his wife Chethana delivered their first child, a boy, in Bangalore.

Tendulkar remembers 'warm-hearted Dilip bhai'

Tendulkar remembers 'warm-hearted Dilip bhai'

Rediff.com24 Jun 2025

Former wicketkeeper-batter Farokh Engineer also mourned the loss of his "dear friend".

'Prabhsimran's consistency is exceptional'

'Prabhsimran's consistency is exceptional'

Rediff.com5 May 2025

"He's been outstanding for Punjab": Anil Kumble hails Prabhsimran Singh after PBKS-LSG clash

Kumble's special message for Sarfaraz ahead of Test debut

Kumble's special message for Sarfaraz ahead of Test debut

Rediff.com15 Feb 2024

A consistent performer on the domestic circuit for Mumbai, Sarfaraz Khan has been in contention for national selection for the past few years.

Ashwin reveals why he went unsold in ILT20 auction

Ashwin reveals why he went unsold in ILT20 auction

Rediff.com2 Oct 2025

Veteran spinner Ravichandran Ashwin has agreed to play the entire upcoming season of the Big Bash League for Sydney Thunder, just a day after he went unsold at the ILT20 auction in Dubai, ESPNcricinfo reported.

Batting needs to deliver runs: Kumble reacts to India's loss

Batting needs to deliver runs: Kumble reacts to India's loss

Rediff.com26 Oct 2024

Former cricketer Anil Kumble reacted to India's disappointing defeat to New Zealand in the second Test of the series in Pune, stating that India's batting has let the hosts down.

The only regret for Kumble as India head coach

The only regret for Kumble as India head coach

Rediff.com22 Jul 2020

Former skipper Anil Kumble does not regret his time as head coach of the Indian cricket team but says the ending of his tenure could have been better. The 49-year-old stepped down after the ICC Champions Trophy in 2017 following a rift with captain Virat Kohli.

'Kumble's job is easier because most of this team is young'

'Kumble's job is easier because most of this team is young'

Rediff.com21 Jul 2016

'Anil has been leading from the front right from the beginning and that should rub off on the team.'

Ganguly congratulates Kumble

Ganguly congratulates Kumble

Rediff.com11 Mar 2006

Ganguly said Kumble seemed to be improving and becoming sharper with time.

Am looking forward to the job: Kumble

Am looking forward to the job: Kumble

Rediff.com9 Nov 2007

After being handed captaincy of India's Test team for the upcoming Pakistan series, an elated Anil Kumble exuded confidence, saying he is ready for the high-profile job.

Batters should show more intent against Jadeja: Kumble

Batters should show more intent against Jadeja: Kumble

Rediff.com9 Oct 2023

The legendary Anil Kumble has heaped praise on Ravindra Jadeja for his ability to change angles and advised the batters to display more attacking intent if they have to get on top of the left-arm spinner.

Kohli on Kumble's contract: Board is following due process

Kohli on Kumble's contract: Board is following due process

Rediff.com25 May 2017

India captain Virat Kohli said that the Board of Control for Cricket in India is only following a due process by inviting fresh application for chief coach's post with Anil Kumble's contract expiring at the end of Champions Trophy.

Is This Why Ashwin Retired?

Is This Why Ashwin Retired?

Rediff.com8 Jan 2025

'I do not think we have heard the last of that yet.'

Ganguly refuses to get dragged into Kohli-Kumble saga

Ganguly refuses to get dragged into Kohli-Kumble saga

Rediff.com22 Jun 2017

Former India captain Sourav Ganguly on Thursday said it was Anil Kumble's personal decision to step down as head coach but refused to comment on the speculated rift with Virat Kohli.

Kumble exit seen as triumph for player power

Kumble exit seen as triumph for player power

Rediff.com21 Jun 2017

Former captain Sunil Gavaskar said the episode would send out the wrong message as the Board of Control for Cricket in India sets about finding Anil Kumble's successor.

Throwback: 13 years ago Kumble scored his only ton

Throwback: 13 years ago Kumble scored his only ton

Rediff.com10 Aug 2020

In 2007, Kumble achieved the feat in the final Test of the three-match series against England.

Kumble steps down as Mumbai Indians mentor

Kumble steps down as Mumbai Indians mentor

Rediff.com30 Nov 2015

Anil Kumble has decided to step down as the chief mentor of Mumbai Indians (MI) with immediate effect. The legendary spinner has been associated with Mumbai Indians since January 2013.

Kumble would have been finest captain: Bedi

Kumble would have been finest captain: Bedi

Rediff.com2 Dec 2004

"It is not just me, Indian coach John Wright himself has said that Kumble would have been the best captain," legendary spinner Bishen Singh Bedi said.

Stats: Pragyan Ojha follows in Anil Kumble's footsteps

Stats: Pragyan Ojha follows in Anil Kumble's footsteps

Rediff.com1 Sep 2012

Highlights on the second day of the second and final cricket Test between India and New Zealand in Bangalore on Saturday.

When Dhoni Lost His Cool...

When Dhoni Lost His Cool...

Rediff.com15 Sep 2024

'I was standing inside the dressing room, and he was coming inside, where there was a small water bottle. MS just kicked it out of the park. I was like, 'S**t, oh my god!'

Amazing Ashwin Scales New Peak!

Amazing Ashwin Scales New Peak!

Rediff.com24 Oct 2024

He overtook Australian spinner Nathan Lyon to become the seventh highest wicket-taker in Test cricket.

IPL hat-trick king Amit Mishra bids farewell to cricket!

IPL hat-trick king Amit Mishra bids farewell to cricket!

Rediff.com4 Sep 2025

Amit Mishra is the only bowler to have claimed three hat-tricks in the IPL.

I became captain because nobody else wanted it: Kumble

I became captain because nobody else wanted it: Kumble

Rediff.com14 Oct 2014

Anil Kumble, one of the most respected cricketers to have led the Indian team, says if he became the Test captain it was only because no one else was interested in doing the job.

How Shastri's coaching style compares to Kumble...

How Shastri's coaching style compares to Kumble...

Rediff.com18 Aug 2017

Some of his team-mates may have considered Anil Kumble 'strict' but India's Test wicketkeeper Wriddhiman Saha never felt that about the former coach, who quit after a bitter fallout with captain Virat Kohli.

'Welcome to the club': Kumble congratulates Ajaz

'Welcome to the club': Kumble congratulates Ajaz

Rediff.com4 Dec 2021

Spin great Anil Kumble congratulated New Zealand's Ajaz Patel, who matched the Indian's feat of taking all 10 wickets in an innings in Test cricket.

Why Ashwin, Jadeja Were Dropped

Why Ashwin, Jadeja Were Dropped

Rediff.com22 Nov 2024

India included two debutants -- Harshit Rana and Nitish Kumar Reddy -- while leaving out Ravichandran Ashwin and Ravindra Jadeja.

India's greats Tendulkar, Kumble hail Anderson

India's greats Tendulkar, Kumble hail Anderson

Rediff.com26 Aug 2020

"Welcome to the club", said Anil Kumble, while Sourav Ganguly and Sachin Tendulkar hailed his 'incredible achievement' as English pacer James Anderson's 600 Test wickets earned him a unanimous round of applause from some of the biggest names in Indian cricket.

Kumble gets his dues post acrimonious exit

Kumble gets his dues post acrimonious exit

Rediff.com8 Aug 2017

Anil Kumble has been paid his dues of close to Rs 1 crore by the Board of Control for Cricket in India, marking a closure to his acrimonious episode as the head coach of the Indian cricket team.

Congratulate Kumble

Congratulate Kumble

Rediff.com11 Mar 2006

The Karnataka spinner conquered another peak by becoming only the fourth bowler in Test cricket, and the first from India, to take 500 wickets.

Kuldeep is a product of Kumble: Raina

Kuldeep is a product of Kumble: Raina

Rediff.com12 Oct 2017

Praising Kuldeep Yadav for his recent exploits in international cricket, India discard Suresh Raina said credit should be given to former head coach Anil Kumble for shaping the young spinner.