Anil Kumble scored a dream maiden century in his last Test in England [Images] to put India high in the saddle at the end of the second day in the third and final Test at The Oval in London [Images] on Friday. The 36-year-old bowler, better know for his leg spin exploits, joined in the run-feast as India scored a massive 664 in their first innings before reducing England to 24 for 1 by close of play.
The day belonged to No 8 batsman Kumble, who not only top-scored with an unbeaten 110 but also broke a jinx of sorts by posting the first century by an Indian in the ongoing series.
He was on 67 when last-man S Sreesanth [Images] (35) joined him. But the duo shared a 73-run last wicket stand to author a thrilling climax to the innings.
The entire Indian dressing room erupted in joy as Kumble scrambled to the magic figure after charging out and bottom-edging a Kevin Pietersen [Images] delivery past wicketkeeper Matt Prior [Images] for a four. He was unbeaten after the memorable knock during which he faced 193 balls and hit 16 boundaries and a six.
Join us in congratulating Kumble on his magnificent innings.
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