Anil Kumble was one player who you knew would deliver for the team. Your mind would automatically go into that "happy buzz" mode when you know that Kumble is there on the field, to take care of our country, to win the match, to make it work for us. He was always this silent, yet formidable force in the team and it was during his captaincy that my craze for cricket grew. I remember even today the Sydney test match between Australia before the tri-series in the year 2008 and there was half an hour left for the match to end. Kumble was batting consistently for India and we even looked comfortable enough to take the game. That was when Steve Bucknor happened. Two ugly wickets, Ponting's repulsive attitude and the game was lost. The gentleman's game became a revolting portrayal of bitterness and a disheartened Anil spoke about the team's inspiring performance in the match. I also remember his supreme batting form in that Border-Gavaskar series and how we went on to thrash the mighty Aussies in the bounce queen of the world- WACA, Perth. Then I knew that all was not lost. We had won respect. We had won hearts. And this man was behind of all of it.
In 2002, when India was playing West Indies in the 4th test match of the series, people were amazed to see Anil coming out to bowl with bandage all over his face nursing a broken jaw. He walked out and bowled 14 overs straight and took the wicket of Brian Lara before retiring for the day. If this is not dedication, I do not know what is!
The 10 wickets in a test match innings, the many centuries at the time when India needed it the most, the hard work has produced a legend in the making- Anil Kumble.
Somehow, whenever I think of Kumble, I remember two things. The first one is the 2008 Border Gavaskar series and the second is his wife and family. The vibe and the humility that he has and portrays warms the hearts of millions.
He is now the Chairman of the ICC cricket committee, taking up the post from Clive Lloyd. I do not see anybody more deserving than the man himself. I am sure that he will work towards fairness and eradication of spiteful practices followed in the game by some nauseating players and umpires.
Aishwarya Kumar.
In 2002, when India was playing West Indies in the 4th test match of the series, people were amazed to see Anil coming out to bowl with bandage all over his face nursing a broken jaw. He walked out and bowled 14 overs straight and took the wicket of Brian Lara before retiring for the day. If this is not dedication, I do not know what is!
The 10 wickets in a test match innings, the many centuries at the time when India needed it the most, the hard work has produced a legend in the making- Anil Kumble.
Somehow, whenever I think of Kumble, I remember two things. The first one is the 2008 Border Gavaskar series and the second is his wife and family. The vibe and the humility that he has and portrays warms the hearts of millions.
He is now the Chairman of the ICC cricket committee, taking up the post from Clive Lloyd. I do not see anybody more deserving than the man himself. I am sure that he will work towards fairness and eradication of spiteful practices followed in the game by some nauseating players and umpires.
Aishwarya Kumar.
Aishuuuuu! :D
ReplyDeleteAnother great piece from you, and another first comment from me. ;)
I am sooo glad that Kumble is now the chairman of the ICC Cricket Committee. This makes me extremely happy because we Indians can finally hope for a fair and just leader of the ICC. We can hope that stricter action is taken against those who play dirty games, and that the game is played in it's true spirit! Finally, good is triumphing over evil, finally what we have always wanted is happening. :D
And I'm super proud of how seriously you are taking this entire ordeal of the sports blog. Glad I pushed you into it. This will make SUCH an AMAZING and EXCELLENT impression on your resume man. :D :D Keep rocking, keep writing, and waiting to read your reviews and such for the CLT20. KKR zindabad, lol. =P
Love you loads,
Always and forever,
Nidheya.
Thank you. :D Yes, looking forward to his chairmanship. :D
DeleteYa, all thanks to you. :D
Will do. :D
Awesome man :D I did not know so much about Anil Kumble so thank you for enlightening as always. You rock.
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Paro
Ya man, you should have seen him in his bowling days. One of the most inspiring players in the history of the game. Ya, for obvious reasons, I am the person who enlightens you always. :P
ReplyDeleteBe thrilled. :P
Aishu. :D