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PHOTOS: Anil Kumble turns 51 - This 'Jumbo' bamboozled opponents with his googly

Updated On: 17 October, 2021 07:11 AM IST |

India former spinner and head coach Anil Kumble celebrates his 51st birthday today. We showcase some memorable photos from the legendary spinner's career in the game along with some interesting facts about him.

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Anil Kumble is known to be one of the finest spinners in cricket history

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Anil Kumble is known to be one of the finest spinners in cricket history

Anil Kumble has played 132 Tests with 619 wickets to his name - the overall fourth highest in Test history and the highest by an Indian cricketer

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Anil Kumble has played 132 Tests with 619 wickets to his name - the overall fourth highest in Test history and the highest by an Indian cricketer

Anil Kumble is known to be one of the finest spinners in cricket history. (All Pics/ mid-day archives)

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Anil Kumble is known to be one of the finest spinners in cricket history. (All Pics/ mid-day archives)

Anil Kumble is known to be one of the finest spinners in cricket history. (All Pics/ mid-day archives)

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Anil Kumble is known to be one of the finest spinners in cricket history. (All Pics/ mid-day archives)

Anil Kumble relied more on bounce and accuracy rather than spin. Hence, he got the nickname 'Jumbo'

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Anil Kumble relied more on bounce and accuracy rather than spin. Hence, he got the nickname 'Jumbo'

Anil Kumble created a record-equalling feat when he took all 10 wickets in an innings during a Test match against Pakistan in 1999

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Anil Kumble created a record-equalling feat when he took all 10 wickets in an innings during a Test match against Pakistan in 1999

Anil Kumble relied more on bounce and accuracy rather than spin. Hence, he got the nickname 'Jumbo'

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Anil Kumble relied more on bounce and accuracy rather than spin. Hence, he got the nickname 'Jumbo'

Anil Kumble has played 132 Test with 619 wickets to his name - the third highest in Test history

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Anil Kumble has played 132 Test with 619 wickets to his name - the third highest in Test history

Anil Kumble has played 132 Test with 619 wickets to his name - the third highest in Test history

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Anil Kumble has played 132 Test with 619 wickets to his name - the third highest in Test history

With 61 wickets, Anil Kumble has the record for most ODI wickets in a calendar year by an Indian cricketer. It is also the fifth-highest by any bowler

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With 61 wickets, Anil Kumble has the record for most ODI wickets in a calendar year by an Indian cricketer. It is also the fifth-highest by any bowler

In his entire Test career, Anil Kumble has bowled 40850 balls - the highest by an Indian and second highest by any bowler

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In his entire Test career, Anil Kumble has bowled 40850 balls - the highest by an Indian and second highest by any bowler

In his entire Test career, Anil Kumble has bowled 40850 balls - the highest by an Indian and second highest by any bowler

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In his entire Test career, Anil Kumble has bowled 40850 balls - the highest by an Indian and second highest by any bowler

In his entire Test career, Anil Kumble has bowled 40850 balls - the highest by an Indian and second highest by any bowler

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In his entire Test career, Anil Kumble has bowled 40850 balls - the highest by an Indian and second highest by any bowler

Anil Kumble's best bowling in ODIs in 6/12

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Anil Kumble's best bowling in ODIs in 6/12

Anil Kumble holds the record for dismissing most batsman by LBW (leg before wicket)

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Anil Kumble holds the record for dismissing most batsman by LBW (leg before wicket)

Anil Kumble holds the record for dismissing most batsman by LBW (leg before wicket)

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Anil Kumble holds the record for dismissing most batsman by LBW (leg before wicket)

Anil Kumble is famously known for his 'flipper' delivery

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Anil Kumble is famously known for his 'flipper' delivery

Anil Kumble played 271 ODIs and took 337 wickets

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Anil Kumble played 271 ODIs and took 337 wickets

Anil Kumble is famously known for his 'flipper' delivery

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Anil Kumble is famously known for his 'flipper' delivery

Anil Kumble created a record-equalling feat when he took all 10 wickets in an innings during a Test match against Pakistan in 1999

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Anil Kumble created a record-equalling feat when he took all 10 wickets in an innings during a Test match against Pakistan in 1999

Anil Kumble is famously known for his 'flipper' delivery. In pic - With Sachin Tendulkar

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Anil Kumble is famously known for his 'flipper' delivery. In pic - With Sachin Tendulkar

Anil Kumble created a record-equalling feat when he took all 10 wickets in an innings during a Test match against Pakistan in 1999

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Anil Kumble created a record-equalling feat when he took all 10 wickets in an innings during a Test match against Pakistan in 1999

Anil Kumble played 271 ODIs and took 337 wickets

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Anil Kumble played 271 ODIs and took 337 wickets

Anil Kumble played 271 ODIs and took 337 wickets

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Anil Kumble played 271 ODIs and took 337 wickets

Anil Kumble has captained India in 14 matches with 3 wins, 5 losses and 6 draws

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Anil Kumble has captained India in 14 matches with 3 wins, 5 losses and 6 draws

During the 1996 World Cup, Anil Kumble was the leading wicket-taker with 15 wickets

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During the 1996 World Cup, Anil Kumble was the leading wicket-taker with 15 wickets

Anil Kumble holds the record for most wickets at Sharjah Cricket Stadium. He has 56 wickets at that venue

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Anil Kumble holds the record for most wickets at Sharjah Cricket Stadium. He has 56 wickets at that venue

During the 1996 World Cup, Anil Kumble was the leading wicket-taker with 15 wickets

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During the 1996 World Cup, Anil Kumble was the leading wicket-taker with 15 wickets

Anil Kumble's best bowling in ODIs in 6/12

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Anil Kumble's best bowling in ODIs in 6/12

Anil Kumble's best bowling in ODIs in 6/12

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Anil Kumble's best bowling in ODIs in 6/12

Anil Kumble relied more on bounce and accuracy rather than spin. Hence, he got the nickname 'Jumbo'

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Anil Kumble relied more on bounce and accuracy rather than spin. Hence, he got the nickname 'Jumbo'

With 61 wickets, he has the record for most ODI wickets in a calendar year by an Indian. It is also the third-highest by any bowler

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With 61 wickets, he has the record for most ODI wickets in a calendar year by an Indian. It is also the third-highest by any bowler

With 61 wickets, he has the record for most ODI wickets in a calendar year by an Indian. It is also the third-highest by any bowler

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With 61 wickets, he has the record for most ODI wickets in a calendar year by an Indian. It is also the third-highest by any bowler

Anil Kumble ranks third in the list for most dismissals by LBW (leg before wicket). He has taken 210 wickets in this manner

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Anil Kumble ranks third in the list for most dismissals by LBW (leg before wicket). He has taken 210 wickets in this manner

Anil Kumble holds the record for most wickets at a single ground. He has 56 wickets at Sharjah Cricket Stadium

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Anil Kumble holds the record for most wickets at a single ground. He has 56 wickets at Sharjah Cricket Stadium

During the 1996 World Cup, Anil Kumble was the leading wicket-taker with 15 wickets

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During the 1996 World Cup, Anil Kumble was the leading wicket-taker with 15 wickets

Anil Kumble holds the record for most wickets at a single ground. He has 56 wickets at Sharjah Cricket Stadium

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Anil Kumble holds the record for most wickets at a single ground. He has 56 wickets at Sharjah Cricket Stadium

In 2015, Anil Kumble became only the fourth Indian to be inducted in the ICC Cricket Hall of Fame

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In 2015, Anil Kumble became only the fourth Indian to be inducted in the ICC Cricket Hall of Fame

Anil Kumble is a recipient of the Arjuna award and Padma Shri award

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Anil Kumble is a recipient of the Arjuna award and Padma Shri award

In 2015, Anil Kumble became only the fourth Indian to be inducted in the ICC Cricket Hall of Fame

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In 2015, Anil Kumble became only the fourth Indian to be inducted in the ICC Cricket Hall of Fame

In 2015, Anil Kumble became only the fourth Indian cricketer to be inducted in the ICC Cricket Hall of Fame

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In 2015, Anil Kumble became only the fourth Indian cricketer to be inducted in the ICC Cricket Hall of Fame

Anil Kumble has captained India in 14 matches with 3 wins, 5 losses and 6 draws

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Anil Kumble has captained India in 14 matches with 3 wins, 5 losses and 6 draws

Anil Kumble has captained India in 14 matches with 3 wins, 5 losses and 6 draws

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Anil Kumble has captained India in 14 matches with 3 wins, 5 losses and 6 draws

Anil Kumble is a recipient of the Arjuna award and Padma Shri award

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Anil Kumble is a recipient of the Arjuna award and Padma Shri award

Anil Kumble is a recipient of the Arjuna award and Padma Shri award

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Anil Kumble is a recipient of the Arjuna award and Padma Shri award

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