Anil Kumble Biography

 Anil Kumble is a former Indian cricketer, widely regarded as one of the greatest spin bowlers in the history of the game. He was born on October 17, 1970, in Bangalore, Karnataka, India. Kumble is also known by his nickname "Jumbo" due to his tall stature and the fact that he delivered the ball with great speed and accuracy.

Kumble made his international debut for the Indian cricket team in 1990, in a Test match against England at Old Trafford. He had an illustrious career that spanned over 18 years, during which he represented India in 132 Test matches and 271 One-Day Internationals (ODIs). He was a right-arm leg-spinner, known for his accuracy, variation, and ability to extract bounce from the pitch.

One of the most memorable moments in Kumble's career came in 1999 when he became only the second player in the history of Test cricket to take all ten wickets in an innings. This feat was achieved against Pakistan in a Test match played in Delhi. Kumble finished his career with 619 Test wickets, making him the third-highest wicket-taker in the history of Test cricket at the time of his retirement.

Kumble also had a successful ODI career, picking up 337 wickets and becoming the highest wicket-taker for India in the format until he was surpassed by his fellow teammate, Muttiah Muralitharan. He played a crucial role in India's victory in the 2007 ICC World Twenty20 tournament, where he took 8 wickets and was instrumental in guiding the team to the title.

Apart from his bowling prowess, Kumble was also known for his resilience and determination. In 2002, during a Test match against the West Indies, he famously bowled with a broken jaw and still managed to pick up the wicket of Brian Lara, one of the best batsmen of that era.

Kumble served as the captain of the Indian cricket team from 2007 to 2008. Under his leadership, India achieved several significant victories, including a Test series win against Australia in 2008. However, he stepped down from the captaincy after a controversial episode during the tour of Australia, known as the "Monkeygate" scandal.

After retiring from international cricket in 2008, Kumble took up various roles in cricket administration and coaching. He served as the president of the Karnataka State Cricket Association and was also the head coach of the Indian cricket team from 2016 to 2017. Under his coaching tenure, India achieved several notable victories, including a Test series win against Australia in Australia for the first time in 71 years.

Anil Kumble's contributions to Indian cricket have been widely recognized. He was awarded the prestigious Arjuna Award in 1995 and the Padma Shri, one of India's highest civilian awards, in 2005. In 2010, he was inducted into the ICC Cricket Hall of Fame, further cementing his status as one of the all-time greats of the game.

Beyond his cricketing career, Kumble is involved in various philanthropic activities. He founded the Jumbo Foundation, an organization that aims to provide education and healthcare facilities to underprivileged children. Kumble's commitment to the game, both on and off the field, has made him a revered figure in Indian cricket.