What is the nickname of Anil Kumble?

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This question was previously asked in

RPF SI (2018) Official Paper (Held On: 19 Dec 2018 Shift 3)

Answer 1

The correct answer is Jumbo.

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Anil Kumble has been a prominent figure in the cricketing world, both as a player and a coach.

Key Points

Anil Kumble is famously known as "Jumbo" in the cricketing fraternity.
He earned this nickname due to his fast bowling speeds and his large, imposing physical presence.
Kumble is one of the most successful bowlers in the history of cricket, with over 600 wickets in Test matches.
Anil Kumble
- Born - October 17, 1970
- Role - Former Indian Cricketer, Coach
- Specialty - Leg Spin Bowler

Additional Information

Nicknames in Cricket
- Sachin Tendulkar - Known as the "Little Master" or "Master Blaster" due to his exceptional batting skills.
- Rahul Dravid - Often called "The Wall" for his solid and reliable batting technique.
- MS Dhoni - Known as "Captain Cool" for his calm demeanor under pressure.
- Shane Warne - Referred to as the "Spin King" for his mastery in leg-spin bowling.
Anil Kumble's Achievements
- Only the second bowler in cricket history to take all 10 wickets in a single Test innings.
- Former captain of the Indian cricket team.
- Inducted into the ICC Cricket Hall of Fame in 2015.