Anil Kumble Quotations

When you look at India as a team, their record at home probably compares to Australia's as best in the terms of win record. But our performance outside gets highlighted only because the difference between our show at home and abroad is too much.

He has on occasions assumed the role of a captain and that should serve him in good stead.

Having been there for 15 years I have learnt to take things positively and focus on improving my game and bettering my performance.

That is the way I get most of my wickets. Yeah, it was very special to get there.

No comments, ... I have nothing to say in this matter.

I never thought I would get this far.

The pitch has not changed character at all,

The (Indian) team is doing very well. It's always good to be a part of a successful team. But I am sure I am in the scheme of things and the World Cup is one year from now... Lot of cricket from now till then.

It is a great feeling to complete this milestone. I would like to dedicate it to all the players I have played with, the fielders who took the catches, bowlers who kept the pressure from the other end and batsmen who put big totals on board.

The prototype of the academy is ready. We will have sports icons from other games too for imparting the best of skills and techniques to youngsters. Besides fitness, the focus will be on consistency in performance to remain on top in a competitive environment.