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PHOTOS: Coach Kumble leads the way as Team India hits the nets

Last updated on: July 01, 2016 20:09 IST

Anil Kumble

IMAGE: India coach Anil Kumble bowls in the nets during the preparation camp for the tour of the West Indies in Bengaluru. Photograph: PTI

Without wasting time, newly-appointed head coach Anil Kumble got down to work with the players at the Indian team's four-day camp, in preparation for the upcoming Test tour of the West Indies later this month, in Bengaluru.

The legendary spinner got into the thick of action and bowled a few seam up deliveries during the second day of the camp at the National Cricket Academy on Thursday.

Virat Kohli

IMAGE: Captain Virat Kohli addresses the team ahead of the training session in Bengaluru. Photograph: BCCI/Twitter

An inspiring figure in his playing days, the former spin ace had his first interaction with the players on Wednesday, the opening day of the camp, since taking over as chief coach.

Virat Kohli

IMAGE: Virat Kohli bats in the middle, with Ajinkya Rahane at the non-striker's end. Photograph: BCCI/Twitter.

Presenting a fair idea of his leadership style in the role of India coach, Kumble said he plans to inculcate self-belief in his bowlers as he wants them to develop as leaders.

Varun Aaron

IMAGE: The bowling group on Day 2 of the camp in Bengaluru. Photograph: BCCI/Twitter.

Rain played spoilsport on Day 1 of the camp, but the players went through their fitness regimen, hopeful of remaining fit throughout the season.