Kumble said in jest that appearing for interview was a "nerve wracking"."It was a very different sort of interview. I had appeared for interviews for a few club memberships but not for job interviews. And to appear infront of your colleagues (Sachin Tendulkar, Sourav Ganguly, VVS Laxman) with whom you have played all your life. It was strange to present my case.

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It was nerve-wracking but great to present a plan, a blue print for Indian cricket."Kumble said that he felt that this was the right time to take up the job as he is still fit enough to run around."This was the right time to get involved. Still fit enough to run around with the boys. I felt as a coach you need to get your hands dirty, train and be amongst them."

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