Journalism of Courage
Anil Kumble spots ‘rare leggie’ in talent hunt
1 / 10'Anil Kumble's spin stars,' a talent hunt organised by Anil Kumble's company Tenvic, spotted a special talent from the 20 finalists in Bangalore. (Source: Nirmal Harindran)
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2 / 10Shankar Sajjan, a 17-year-old who hails from Bijapur in Karnataka, left a big impression on the former India captain as he bowled at the nets in the NRA Ground in Bangalore. (Source: Nirmal Harindran)
3 / 10Sajjan was not picked in the final 20, but Kumble made sure his company takes care of the disabled youngster. Tenvic will sponsor his training and education. (Source: Nirmal Harindran)
4 / 10The initiative was the brainchild of the former leg spinner who has highest Test wickets for India. (Source: Nirmal Harindran)
5 / 10The initiative covered almost 80 towns and cities of the state and the finals began in Bangalore on Monday. (Source: Nirmal Harindran)
6 / 10Anil Kumble himself came across almost 2000 youngsters during the trials, among which 20 were picked for the finals. (Source: Nirmal Harindran)
7 / 10After coming across several talents, only 110 were asked to come to Bangalore on Monday. (Source: Nirmal Harindran)
8 / 10Those 110 went through a selection trials at the NRA ground in Bangalore. (Source: Nirmal Harindran)
9 / 10The three best bowlers will receive a cash prize of rupees one lakh each. (Source: Nirmal Harindran)
10 / 10Anil Kumble couldn't control himself and rolled over his arms when he got a chance to do so at the nets. (Source: Nirmal Harindran)
