Anil Kumble

Called it quits from international cricket. In last two decades, there not been a single player who was responsible for India victories in test matches as this man is/was. It is difficult to imagine an Indian team without him.
Perhaps not the most skilled, but definitely one of the most reliable. Reminds me of Steve Waugh.

The above picture, from the test match in Antigua sums it up. The picture is courtesty BBC.