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Vinay Kumar

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Vinay Kumar is an Indian former cricketer and cricket commentator who has represented India at Test, One Day International (ODI) and Twenty20 levels. He is a right-arm medium fast bowler who played domestic cricket for Karnataka and also in the Indian Premier League for Royal Challengers Bangalore, Mumbai Indians and Kolkata Knight Riders. He captained Karnataka to two consecutive Ranji Trophy titles in 2013–14 and 2014–15 seasons. In November 2018, he played in his 100th match in the Ranji Trophy. In August 2019, he moved from Karnataka to Puducherry, ahead of the 2019–20 Ranji Trophy season. During the first round of matches in the tournament, he took his 400th wicket in the Ranji Trophy. In February 2021, Kumar announced his retirement from all forms of the game. With India, he was a member of the team that won the 2013 ICC Champions Trophy.

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psychiatrist wd

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  • president (2023–2024)

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When was Vinay Kumar born?
Vinay Kumar was born on 9 June 1961.
What positions has Vinay Kumar held?
Positions held by Vinay Kumar include: president (2023–2024).

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  1. Wikipedia (English): Vinay Kumar · CC BY-SA 4.0
  2. Wikidata item Q138681851 · CC0 1.0
  3. Image: Vinay Kumar (cricketer).jpg by Kolkata Knight Riders - Official (CC BY 3.0)

Last updated · facts checked 7 November 2026

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