Former India captain Anil Kumble has heaped praise on Rohit Sharma, calling his latest IPL 2026 performance a sign of a remarkable “reinvention.” The Mumbai Indians star turned back the clock with a stunning 78 off just 38 balls against Kolkata Knight Riders, leading from the front in a record-breaking chase at Wankhede Stadium. Chasing […]

As Royal Challengers Bengaluru prepare to kick off their IPL 2026 title defence, the spotlight firmly returns to Virat Kohli — a name synonymous with the franchise’s identity. Across 267 IPL appearances, Kohli has not only built a legacy but also established himself as the tournament’s highest run-scorer. From leading the side to delivering match-winning […]

Former India captain and legendary spinner Anil Kumble has criticised the player retention strategy of Kolkata Knight Riders, suggesting the franchise must learn to hold on to its key performers if it wants to remain a consistent title contender in the Indian Premier League.KKR lifted their third IPL title in 2024, but the squad underwent […]

The Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) has taken another major step toward strengthening India’s cricket pipeline by involving some of the country’s most experienced former players in the development of emerging talent. In a significant initiative, former India stars Zaheer Khan and Harbhajan Singh have been invited to conduct specialised training camps […]

As the India national cricket team prepares for a must-win Super 8 clash against the Zimbabwe national cricket team in the ICC Men’s T20 World Cup 2026, former India captain and legendary spinner Anil Kumble has issued a clear warning — do not underestimate Zimbabwe. India’s campaign took a hit after their heavy defeat to […]

Former India captain and legendary spinner Anil Kumble lauded the dominant display from the West Indies cricket team after their emphatic win over the Zimbabwe national cricket team in the Super 8 stage of the ICC Men’s T20 World Cup 2026. The Caribbean side produced a complete performance with both bat and ball, registering a […]

Former India head coach Rahul Dravid said being honoured with a stand at the M. Chinnaswamy Stadium felt like a homecoming — a recognition of years spent on that turf more than in his own living room. Speaking at the unveiling, Dravid spoke with the quiet gratitude fans have come to expect: the stadium shaped […]

India’s T20 World Cup 2026 squad looks strong and well-balanced, but former captain and coach Anil Kumble believes it lacks the marginal experience edge that helped the 2024 title winners over the line. As someone who’s watched these evolutions closely, the point is subtle but important: match-winning temperament at the death sometimes tips tight games. […]

Former India captain and head coach Anil Kumble has thrown his weight behind leg-spinner Varun Chakaravarthy as India’s go-to spin option for the upcoming T20 World Cup, highlighting his ability to cope better with dew-laden conditions than traditional wrist spinners. With the marquee tournament scheduled from February 7 to March 8 across venues in India […]

Former India player turned coach Anil Kumble shared his surprise at the SunRisers Hyderabad (SRH) spending a huge amount on England all-rounder Liam Livingstone at the IPL 2026 auction. He also questioned the need to buy another batter despite having overseas players such as Travis Head and Heinrich Klaasen in their squad as well. Speaking […]