News for 'KUMBLE'

Last Time We See Rohit In MI Colours?

Last Time We See Rohit In MI Colours?

Rediff.com18 May 2024

'Have a feeling this is the last time we are seeing Rohit in Mumbai Indians jersey.'

Kumble steps down as India's coach

Kumble steps down as India's coach

Rediff.com21 Jun 2017

According to a source in the BCCI, Kumble said: 'He doesn't want to continue with the team'

Feb 7 1999: 20 years on, relive Kumble's 'Perfect 10'

Feb 7 1999: 20 years on, relive Kumble's 'Perfect 10'

Rediff.com7 Feb 2020

It was on 7th February 1999, that Anil Kumble became just the second bowler in the history of cricket to take all ten wickets in an innings of a Test match. He achieved the feat against Pakistan at Feroz Shah Kotla Stadium, now known as Arun Jaitley cricket stadium in Delhi during the second Test of the two-match series.

Kuldeep Could Turn The Tide For India

Kuldeep Could Turn The Tide For India

Rediff.com30 Jan 2024

'If India feels that they need only one fast bowler, then having Kuldeep will certainly help.'

Jadeja Completes Special Double!

Jadeja Completes Special Double!

Rediff.com30 Sep 2024

The other Indian bowlers who have taken 300 Test wickets or more include Anil Kumble (619), R Ashwin (524), Kapil Dev (434), Harbhajan Singh (417), Ishant Sharma (311) and Zaheer Khan (311).

Ashwin's secret to success? Obsession with getting better

Ashwin's secret to success? Obsession with getting better

Rediff.com17 Mar 2024

Ashwin is the second highest wicket-taker in Tests for India behind Kumble (619), and the former India leg-spinner wasn't one bit surprised.

'A GOAT Retires'

'A GOAT Retires'

Rediff.com18 Dec 2024

'I do feel there's a bit of punch left in me as a cricketer, but I would like to ... showcase that in club level cricket.'

Wishes pour in for Kumble on 49th birthday

Wishes pour in for Kumble on 49th birthday

Rediff.com17 Oct 2019

Many India cricketers, past and present took to Twitter to extend birthday wishes for the spinner who has more than 600 Test wickets to his credit.

I've had the edge over Smith: Ashwin

I've had the edge over Smith: Ashwin

Rediff.com13 Nov 2024

R Ashwin says he has figured out ways to tackle Australian batting mainstay Steve Smith in the upcoming five-match Test series

India's injury niggles worry Kumble

India's injury niggles worry Kumble

Rediff.com6 Dec 2016

'The fitness parameters of the current Indian team are the best that it has ever been,' says the coach.

Anil Kumble: Discipline, determination, commitment

Anil Kumble: Discipline, determination, commitment

Rediff.com24 Jun 2016

For a leg-spinner coming from the land of Bhagwat Chandrasekhar and pilloried in initial years for not being able to turn his leg-breaks or possessing a googly, Anil Kumble ended his 18-year career with a massive haul of 619 Test and 337 ODI wickets.

'Not going to be easy, have to bat really well': Ashwin

'Not going to be easy, have to bat really well': Ashwin

Rediff.com2 Nov 2024

Senior off-spinner Ravichandran Ashwin admitted that a chase of around 150 won't be very easy for the Indian batters on a not-so typical Wankhede turner, where the track is behaving differently at two ends.

Revealed: The truth about Kumble's exit as coach

Revealed: The truth about Kumble's exit as coach

Rediff.com21 Dec 2018

The panel wanted Anil Kumble to continue as India's coach but the former captain was bent on quitting after his fallout with skipper Virat Kohli last year.

VOTE: Who should replace Kumble?

VOTE: Who should replace Kumble?

Rediff.com21 Jun 2017

Moody or Sehwag? Pybus or Rajput?

Kumble backs Kohli's suggestions on permanent Test centres

Kumble backs Kohli's suggestions on permanent Test centres

Rediff.com26 Oct 2019

Former India captain and coach Anil Kumble supported Virat Kohli's view of having five centres for Test matches in order to bring the spectators back to the stadium.

SEE: Just-retired Ashwin returns home with 'zero regrets'

SEE: Just-retired Ashwin returns home with 'zero regrets'

Rediff.com19 Dec 2024

Ravichandran Ashwin returned home on Thursday after his shock international retirement in the middle of a Test series in Australia

Saliva ban interim measure but wax not allowed: Kumble

Saliva ban interim measure but wax not allowed: Kumble

Rediff.com24 May 2020

ICC cricket committee chairman Anil Kumble says the recommendation to ban saliva for shining the ball is only an interim measure and "things will go back to normal" once the coronavirus pandemic is brought under control. The Kumble-led panel recommended a ban on saliva to minimise the risk of infection. On Friday, the ICC, in its guidelines for resumption of the game, also suggested a bar on the practice.

Former cricketer Anshuman Gaekwad passes away

Former cricketer Anshuman Gaekwad passes away

Rediff.com31 Jul 2024

Former Indian cricketer Anshuman Gaekwad passed away on Wednesday at the age of 71

WATCH! Sachin, Yuvi, Kumble celebrate Ganesh Chaturthi

WATCH! Sachin, Yuvi, Kumble celebrate Ganesh Chaturthi

Rediff.com3 Sep 2019

The stars took to social medal to upload images while celebrating the festival and also wished the fans

Ashwin retires from international cricket

Ashwin retires from international cricket

Rediff.com18 Dec 2024

The 38-year-old played the day-night Test in Adelaide and picked up one wicket.

Cricket's expansion: Africa aims for IPL-like league

Cricket's expansion: Africa aims for IPL-like league

Rediff.com5 Nov 2024

The Africa Cricket Association (ACA) has started dialogue with the Asian Cricket Council (ACC) and other stakeholders to revive the once popular Afro-Asia Cup

Ashwin: Evolutionary, cerebral and never a one-trick pony

Ashwin: Evolutionary, cerebral and never a one-trick pony

Rediff.com18 Dec 2024

If one has to analyse Ashwin the cricketer, it is very difficult to ignore Ashwin, the person, who had a very independent mind and a brain that probably ticked 24x7. He believed in de-construction of his art and became craftier one ball at a time.

Dhoni greatest but Kumble best captain I played under: Gambhir

Dhoni greatest but Kumble best captain I played under: Gambhir

Rediff.com22 Apr 2020

The numbers are heavily in favour of Mahendra Singh Dhoni but former India batsman Gautam Gambhir says spin legend Anil Kumble was the best India captain he has ever played under. Gambhir has high regards for Dhoni and Sourav Ganguly as India skippers, but believes Kumble would have been phenomenal as captain had he led the national team for a longer period.

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.

Is Head Coach Gambir under the lens?

Is Head Coach Gambir under the lens?

Rediff.com22 Dec 2024

India Head Coach Gautam Gambhir finds himself caught between a rock and hard place.

Kumble optimistic of IPL this year

Kumble optimistic of IPL this year

Rediff.com28 May 2020

BCCI wants to hold the IPL in the October window after the tournament was postponed indefinitely earlier this year due to the COVID-19 pandemic.

'Only criteria to be in that dressing room is performance'

'Only criteria to be in that dressing room is performance'

Rediff.com2 Jan 2025

Despite the challenging build-up, Gambhir said he is "extremely confident" of retaining the Border Gavaskar Trophy. The players will hope to be as confident as they prepare for the fight to keep their World Test Final chances alive.

Should Dhoni continue? Kumble 'not sure'

Should Dhoni continue? Kumble 'not sure'

Rediff.com7 Sep 2019

It's for MSK Prasad's committee to decide whether they want to look back or move forward.

Chappell backs Kohli in Kumble controversy

Chappell backs Kohli in Kumble controversy

Rediff.com23 Jul 2017

In his column for ESPNCricinfo, Chappell played down the role of a coach in any team, saying "if a coach is to be inflicted on a captain, it should be someone with whom he is comfortable".

How I Became A Coorg By Order!

How I Became A Coorg By Order!

Rediff.com28 Feb 2025

'After his warm and affectionate farewell speech, the Chief of Staff of the formation asked me, "So, now you are off to Coorg to look after your coffee estates?"' For the last time, in Army uniform and much to his surprise, I replied, "Sir, I am not from Kodagu.".'

RCB should focus on strengthening bowling department: De Villiers

RCB should focus on strengthening bowling department: De Villiers

Rediff.com10 Nov 2024

'I think we are going to see him at Punjab Kings'

Another Milestone For Boom Boom!

Another Milestone For Boom Boom!

Rediff.com20 Sep 2024

'400 wickets for India. A milestone to savour! @Jaspritbumrah93 has picked up his 400th wicket for #TeamIndia.'

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.

Kohli deletes tweet welcoming Kumble as coach

Kohli deletes tweet welcoming Kumble as coach

Rediff.com22 Jun 2017

But the Indian captain has now said a lot without even uttering a single word -- by deleting a tweet from 2016.

Ganguly congratulates Kumble

Ganguly congratulates Kumble

Rediff.com11 Mar 2006

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

IPL: Coach Kumble assigns Gayle new role at Kings XI

IPL: Coach Kumble assigns Gayle new role at Kings XI

Rediff.com9 Sep 2020

The irony of being the lone Indian head coach in an Indian Premier League franchise is not lost on Anil Kumble who firmly believes that the piece of statistic is not a "true reflection" of country's coaching resources.

'I wish I hadn't given Kumble the 10 wicket ball'

'I wish I hadn't given Kumble the 10 wicket ball'

Rediff.com17 Oct 2020

'He was a very fierce competitor. 'I got to learn a lot from him in terms of his discipline, focus and his routines, like how one has to prepare for the game.'

England's bowling highly inexperienced for opening Test

England's bowling "highly inexperienced" for opening Test

Rediff.com24 Jan 2024

The legendary Anil Kumble has termed England's bowling attack for the opening Test against India, starting in Hyderabad on Thursday as "highly inexperienced", while predicting a comfortable 4-1 win for the hosts in the five-match series.

Kumble's feats

Kumble's feats

Rediff.com11 Aug 2007

Kumble now holds the record for having the most wickets taken by a Test centurion beating Kapil's record.

Congratulate Kumble

Congratulate Kumble

Rediff.com11 Aug 2007

Anil Kumble scored a dream maiden century in his last Test in England to put India high in the saddle at the end of the second day in the third and final Test at The Oval.