Anil Kumble, a historic player of India, turns 45 on this memorable day. It was on 17th October 1970 that this legend was born.
Various moments in his career made him immortal in the context of the game.
This is the only thing that made this day memorable for Indian cricket.
While he could not turn the ball much, he displayed the best skills of taking wickets with a record 619 Test wickets to his name, making him the highest wicket-taking Indian bowler.
Kumble’s Remarkable Achievements
- Born: 17th October 1970
- Test Wickets: 619 (Highest for an Indian bowler)
- Famous For: Taking all 10 wickets in a Test innings
- Test Captain: 2007-2008
- ICC Cricket Committee Chairman: 2012
“Kumble’s 10/74 is still celebrated as one of the finest bowling performances in cricket history.”
An Overview of the Only Ten Wickets in Test Cricket in India Vs Pakistan
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Kumble penned his place in the record books when he came up with a sensational display against Pakistan in 1999 at Feroz Shah Kotla in Delhi.
One of cricket’s most stunning performances saw Kumble bowl out all ten Pakistani wickets to join such elite company as England’s Jim Laker.
His 10/74 still stands on the lips of every cricket enthusiast, announcing his unprecedented zeal and accuracy.
Roles of Organization in India’s Overseas Triumphs
Although home success was most important for Kumble, his records away from Indian pitches were no less.
The fast bowler represented India in 2002 when he took seven wickets at Headingley, enabling India to register a shock win over England.
The next year, during India’s tour of Australia in 2003/04, Kumble took six wickets at Adelaide, led to another historical victory.
He also proved to be a very durable employee who could work effectively in any weather situation, which is also desirable in any occupation.
A Legacy Beyond Bowling: Leadership and Milestones
However, Kumble’s services did not limit to only bowling for the Indian cricket team. In 2007, he became India’s Test captain and he took the side through a difficult tour of Australia, where India won a Test match for the first time at Perth.
He was also the third all-time highest wicket-taker among the bowlers in the Test match, securing at least 600 wickets.
His captaincy, along with brilliant batting, made him one of the greatest cricketers the world has ever seen.
He retired from international cricket in 2008 then in 2012, he became the chairman of the ICC’s cricket committee and thereby was still involved with the game.
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References:
ESPNCricInfo.com
TimesofIndia.com