Anshul, Kamboj and India
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With pace, precision, and a cold-blooded focus, Anshul Kamboj is storming into India’s U-19 spotlight. Nicknamed the ‘AK 47’, he’s fast becoming one of India’s most exciting young pacers — and he’s just getting started.
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Asian News International on MSNAnshul Kamboj makes Test debut at Old Trafford; family, coach celebrate proud momentIt was a moment of pride and emotion for family of pacer Anshul Kamboj as he made his Test debut for India in the fourth Test against England at Old Trafford, Manchester.Anshul, who has been knocking on the doors of international cricket with consistent performances in domestic cricket,
After announcing his debut, the official account of BCCI shared an old video of Anshul Kamboj running through the Kerala line-up. "Shine on, young lad," read the caption.
Meet Anshul Kamboj - Haryana pacer who took 10 wickets in an innings in Ranji Trophy, makes India debut in Manchester
Comparing Anshul Kamboj's skills to Zaheer Khan and Jasprit Bumrah, former India off-spinner R Ashwin said that the Haryana pacer understood the requirements of the team better than most fast bowlers around.
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Anshul Kamboj was handed a debut Test cap ahead of the fourth match of the series against England in Manchester.
But what impressed Gill and Gambhir was Kamboj's ability to score runs while batting at no.9. In the second unofficial Test against England Lions in Northampton, Kamboj scored 51 not out in 86 balls an forged a 149-run stand (179 balls) for the unbroken eighth-wicket stand along with Tanush Kotian. Kamboj's knock included five fours and a six.
Anshul Kamboj marked his Test debut by emulating Anil Kumble's feat of taking a 10-wicket haul in first-class cricket before his debut. England chose