The Surfer

A man who refuses to give in

Peter Roebuck pays tribute to the latest entrant to the 500 club - Anil Kumble

Peter Roebuck pays tribute to the latest entrant to the 500 club - Anil Kumble.

Kumble is a remarkable competitor. Dressed in civilian clothes, he counts amongst the most patient and thoughtful of men. Clothed in whites, he becomes a veritable firebrand. Woe betide the dozing fieldsman.