News for 'Anil Kumble'

Kumble defends late declaration

Kumble defends late declaration

Rediff.com12 Dec 2007

"I think whenever I declared was the right decision. In hindsight I probably should have bowled medium pace in the first innings. We had to get to a situation where we could absolutely ensure a series victory and then yes we had a great opportunity and if the weather had stayed clear, we would have ended up winning the game. We thought 45 overs were enough," Kumble said.

Virat Faster, But Rohit Overtakes Sachin in ODI Runs

Virat Faster, But Rohit Overtakes Sachin in ODI Runs

Rediff.com20 Feb 2025

Rohit Sharma became the second-fastest to the milestone, achieving it in just 261 innings-surpassed only by Virat Kohli, who got there in 222 innings.

'Coach Kumble empowers players to take their own decisions'

'Coach Kumble empowers players to take their own decisions'

Rediff.com1 Jul 2016

Talented Karnataka opener Lokesh Rahul is happy that new chief coach Anil Kumble has decided to empower the national team members so that they can take their own decisions.

Plan was to keep the core team: KXIP head coach Kumble

Plan was to keep the core team: KXIP head coach Kumble

Rediff.com20 Jan 2021

KXIP had finished the IPL 2020 season at the sixth spot under the leadership of KL Rahul. Punjab is yet to win the IPL title and the side has made it to the finals in 2014. But they suffered a loss to Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR).

No fitness issues for Kumble

No fitness issues for Kumble

Rediff.com12 Oct 2008

India captain Anil Kumble had a sore shoulder and stayed off the field as a precautionary measure on Day 4 of the first Test against Australia, said fielding coach Robin Singh.

Kumble impressed by cricketing facilities in Florida

Kumble impressed by cricketing facilities in Florida

Rediff.com26 Aug 2016

Left impressed by the facilities at Central Broward Regional Park Stadium, the only ICC certified ODI standard stadium in Florida, USA, India coach Anil Kumble says the two T20 Internationals against West Indies is the start of a "new beginning" for cricket in the US.

Unique record for Kumble

Unique record for Kumble

Rediff.com14 Oct 2004

Kumble quits as NCA chairman

Kumble quits as NCA chairman

Rediff.com12 Dec 2011

In a surprise development, former Indian captain Anil Kumble, on Monday, tendered his resignation from the chairmanship of the National Cricket Academy (NCA), almost two months after a controversy broke out over an apparent conflict of interest.

Kirsten, Kumble meet BCCI officials

Kirsten, Kumble meet BCCI officials

Rediff.com26 Feb 2008

Newly appointed India coach Gary Kirsten and Anil Kumble had their first meeting with the BCCI officials in Mumbai.

Kumble to join Surrey

Kumble to join Surrey

Rediff.com14 Dec 2005

The Indian leg-spinner has signed up with English county Surrey for next season

Michael Clarke on Kohli-Kumble saga

Michael Clarke on Kohli-Kumble saga

Rediff.com13 Jun 2017

"There are bound to be disagreements but that can be sorted in closed environments. In any great relationship, you get challenged," Clarke said.

Coach Kumble to submit detailed report to COA

Coach Kumble to submit detailed report to COA

Rediff.com9 Mar 2017

The Committee of Administrators (COA) held a fruitful first meeting with coach Anil Kumble and rest of the Indian cricket team's support staff on the sidelines of the Board of Control for Cricket in India's Awards in Bengaluru.

Kumble impressed with the ball

Kumble impressed with the ball

Rediff.com2 Apr 2010

Images from the Indian Premier League match between Kings XI Punjab and Royal Challengers Bangalore.

Adios Anil

Adios Anil

Rediff.com3 Nov 2008

They said of Thomas Moore that nothing became his life as much as his manner of leaving it. Replace 'life' with 'cricket', and that is equally poignantly true of Anil Kumble, writes Prem Panicker.

It's a winning start for Kohli-Kumble partnership

It's a winning start for Kohli-Kumble partnership

Rediff.com25 Jul 2016

It was a winning start for new coach Anil Kumble in his current one-year team as the Indian coach.

Kumble inducted into ICC Hall of Fame

Kumble inducted into ICC Hall of Fame

Rediff.com22 Feb 2015

Former India captain Anil Kumble was inducted into the International Cricket Council Hall of Fame at the Melbourne Cricket Ground.

Unfortunate that every cricketer only has to deal with conflict: Kumble

Unfortunate that every cricketer only has to deal with conflict: Kumble

Rediff.com9 Aug 2019

Every person in every walk of life has some conflict or the other but it is the proper disclosure that is important, believes former India captain and coach Anil Kumble.

Rohit, Kumble donate funds to combat coronavirus

Rohit, Kumble donate funds to combat coronavirus

Rediff.com31 Mar 2020

Rohit Sharma, who is the vice-captain of the Indian ODI team, has donated Rs 45 lakh and Rs 25 lakh to the and CM's Relief Fund (Maharashtra) respectively. He has given Rs 5 lakh to 'Zomato Feeding India', which is helping families affected by the ongoing national lockdown, and another Rs 5 lakh to help aid the welfare of stray dogs.

Kuldeep Spins His Way to 300 Wickets

Kuldeep Spins His Way to 300 Wickets

Rediff.com23 Feb 2025

Kuldeep Yadav spun his way into history on Sunday, becoming just the fifth Indian spinner to take 300 international wickets.

Bedi hails Kumble's feat

Bedi hails Kumble's feat

Rediff.com11 Mar 2006

Kumble-Kohli communication had stopped six months ago?

Kumble-Kohli communication had stopped six months ago?

Rediff.com21 Jun 2017

Another important thing that has come out in the open was that the Chief Advisory Committee, comprising Sachin Tendulkar, Sourav Ganguly and VVS Laxman, also didn't straightaway give the green light to Kumble's extension.

Bumrah is India's BEST in Australia

Bumrah is India's BEST in Australia

Rediff.com18 Dec 2024

On Day 5 of the 3rd Test at the Gabba in Brisbane, Bumrah shook up Australia's top order early after lunch to carve his name in the annals of Indian cricket history.

At a loss for words: Kohli on stampede in Bengaluru

At a loss for words: Kohli on stampede in Bengaluru

Rediff.com5 Jun 2025

'Absolutely gutted,' he posted on Instagram.

Kumble to Pillay's defence

Kumble to Pillay's defence

Rediff.com7 May 2004

The ace leg spinner said Pillay's exclusion from the Olympics probables' list should be sorted out for the benefit of the game and sports in general.

Did Kumble actually leave?

Did Kumble actually leave?

Rediff.com13 Apr 2008

Even before play started on the third day of the third and final Test between India and South Africa at Green Park, there were speculations as regards Anil Kumble.

Losing IPL games narrowly has become a pattern: Kumble

Losing IPL games narrowly has become a pattern: Kumble

Rediff.com22 Sep 2021

Punjab Kings head coach Anil Kumble admitted that his team losing IPL games narrowly has become a pattern and the two-run defeat to Rajasthan Royals was certainly a difficult pill to swallow.

Kumble fit for selection

Kumble fit for selection

Rediff.com21 Mar 2004

BCCI secretary S K Nair said the leg spinner was cleared by Dr. Anant Joshi for the Test series against Pakistan.

Performance is the key: Kumble

Performance is the key: Kumble

Rediff.com21 Nov 2007

The new India captain said no one in the team, old or young, was taking their place for granted.

Ashwin-Jadeja Rewrite History

Ashwin-Jadeja Rewrite History

Rediff.com25 Jan 2024

During the first Test against England in Hyderabad, Ravichandran Ashwin and Ravindra Jadeja surpassed the iconic pair of Anil Kumble and Harbhajan Singh as the most successful Test bowling duo for India.

Kumble captures three for Surrey

Kumble captures three for Surrey

Rediff.com3 Aug 2006

The Indian leggie claimed 3 for 83 as Northamptonshire were restricted to 347 in the first innings on day 1 of the County match.

Muralitharan's world record unparalleled: Kumble

Muralitharan's world record unparalleled: Kumble

Rediff.com23 Jul 2010

Former Indian leg spinner Anil Kumble called Sri Lankan off-break bowler Muttiah Muralitharan's feat of claiming 800 wickets in Test cricket on Thursday, as an 'unparalleled' achievement which would take a long time and uncommon skill to be filliped.

'Kumble still the best bowler'

'Kumble still the best bowler'

Rediff.com4 Oct 2008

An ordinary performance in Sri Lanka and no longer young at 38, Anil Kumble came under scanner of critics but former spin greats say the Indian Test captain is still the best bowler in the team.

How RCB, Punjab Kings Fared In IPL Finals

How RCB, Punjab Kings Fared In IPL Finals

Rediff.com2 Jun 2025

This is only the second time that Punjab Kings reached the IPL final, while it is the fourth time that RCB have made it to the title clash.

Anderson equals Kumble's tally of 619 Test wickets

Anderson equals Kumble's tally of 619 Test wickets

Rediff.com5 Aug 2021

Veteran England pacer James Anderson on Thursday equalled Indian spin legend Anil Kumble's tally of 619 Test wickets during the ongoing first Test against India in Nottingham.

Kumble enjoying lead role

Kumble enjoying lead role

Rediff.com13 Jun 2006

The Indian leg-spinner says he is thriving on his added responsibility after becoming Test cricket's fourth highest wicket-taker.

Kumble claims 600 Test wickets

Kumble claims 600 Test wickets

Rediff.com17 Jan 2008

Anil Kumble became the first Indian bowler and the third in the world to reach the milestone of 600 wickets.

Kumble lauds Chawla's showing

Kumble lauds Chawla's showing

Rediff.com16 May 2007

The ace leg spinner said it is important to have faith in the 18-year-old spinner and support him all the way.

Kohli credits Kumble for channelling his aggression

Kohli credits Kumble for channelling his aggression

Rediff.com22 Feb 2017

Indian captain Virat Kohli credited head coach Anil Kumble for channelling his natural aggression and helping him evolve both as a cricketer and individual.

A world record for Kumble

A world record for Kumble

Rediff.com20 Jul 2007

When Kumble dismissed Strauss on Thursday, it was the tenth time he was dismissing a batsman in his nineties - most by any bowler in Test annals.

Kumble's effort in vain

Kumble's effort in vain

Rediff.com13 Aug 2006

The Indian leg spinner's picked two wickets but Surrey succumbed to a shocking 37-run defeat against Nottinghamshire in the semi-finals of the Twenty20 Cup.