Anil Kumble, born on October 17, 1970, in Bengaluru, Karnataka, is one of India’s greatest cricketers and one of the finest leg-spinners in the history of the game. Known for his relentless accuracy, determination, and sportsmanship, Kumble has been a towering figure in Indian cricket for over two decades. During his illustrious career, Kumble took 619 Test wickets, making him India’s highest wicket-taker in Tests and third overall globally. He is famous for his historic 10-wicket haul in a single innings against Pakistan in 1999—only the second bowler ever to achieve this feat. Beyond his playing days, Kumble has served as the captain of the Indian cricket team and later as the head coach, contributing to the development of new talent. Anil Kumble is celebrated not just for his cricketing excellence but also for his humility, leadership, and dedication to the sport, making him a legendary sports icon from Karnataka.