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Many good turns

Little differences can mean a lot. When Anil Kumble was first chosen for the Indian team — 18 years ago, longer than anyone still in international cricket bar one, before 40 per cent of India’s population was even born — few thought the tiny deviation he gave the ball would be even slightly eff ....Read more

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Jumbo Grounded...By: sandeep deshmukh | Tuesday , 4 Nov '08 11:16:15 AM Reply | Forward kumble is probably the most under-recognized cricketer in terms of commercial success but perhaps the most successful match winner india has ever produced... I think kumble is a role model for all of us becuase he is not "gifted " as Tendulkar is or for that matter the Fab4 but he is an epitome of what hard work, sigle minded dedication and perseverance could make a Giant out of an ordinary human being. He is perfect example for the generations to come on how one can achieve greatness in life.. All the best in your future endeavors ...and thank you for giving us happiness and joy.

Smiling AssasinBy: Sudhir Shivaram | Tuesday , 4 Nov '08 10:23:59 AM Reply | Forward The Editorial is a fitting tribute to a great Indian Cricketer. Kumble's service to the Indian Cricket is yeoman. Although started his carrier as an all rounder finally left his thumb print in the Cricket world as a ace leg spinner. However, his contribution as a batsman on several occasions is cherishable. His innovative ideas with the ball yielded rich dividends both for him as well for the team. Probably Indian Cricket has to wait for ages to see another Kumble- a man with determination, commitment and handwork. He was humble and gentle both on and off the field even during crucial circumstances. No doubt, he is pride of Indian Cricket, opponents envy.

Anil KumbleBy: Dr B Sundara | Tuesday , 4 Nov '08 8:52:22 AM Reply | Forward Best wishes to Mr Anil Kumble for a great different innings-- may be as coach, a cricket manager or any chosen field of his interest. Certainly we will miss his action on the field.Truly a great cricketer with so many characters to be emulated by any sportsman. He has been a gentleman cricketer, a determined cricketer, a motivating cricketer, and a courageous cricketer with stupenduos achievements. He deserves a big national honour, may be a Khel Ratna.

No Khel Ratna!By: Kaushik | Tuesday , 4 Nov '08 10:37:10 AM Reply | Forward Anil Kumble is everything that Dr.B Sundara has suggested and more. However, I don't agree with the last line. I would not say Khel Ratna for him. Not after MS Dhoni has received it. That will only devalue his achievements. Giving Kumble the Khel Ratna is akin to giving Mahatma Gandhi the Nobel Prize for peace now! The award, for me has lost it's meaning once Dhoni was given it ahead of Kumble, Dravid and Ganguly!!!

Khel Ratna for KumbleBy: Dr B Sundara | Tuesday , 4 Nov '08 15:02:37 PM Reply | Forward True. I fully agree with Mr Kaushik.Kumble deserves a bigger hnour than Khel Ratna

Dhone Fully Deserves Khel RatnaBy: prakash | Tuesday , 4 Nov '08 15:01:40 PM Reply | Forward I feel Dhoni fully deserves the Khel Ratna because of his exemplary leadership qualities in addition to his gifted batting time and again under duress. I think as many Indians would aspire to emulate Dhoni as there are to Anil Kumble or the fabulous four for that matter.