Sourav Ganguly, the captain who didn't mince his words
4 years, 9 months ago

Sourav Ganguly, the captain who didn't mince his words

The Hindu  

Sourav Ganguly is learning fast. In this interview, Ganguly talks on various issues, including aspects relating to the team's dismal performances abroad. As long as the team plays to its potential, I don't think there'll be much to worry about. Considering that the team appears far more motivated than before on the eve of an overseas trip, does that make the job of a captain any easier? The boys are keen and that's good for the team, but I've to do my job.

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Sourav Ganguly pinpoints India’s loopholes after BGT 2024-25 loss, ex-BCCI boss says ‘you have to score 350-400 runs’
3 days, 7 hours ago

Sourav Ganguly pinpoints India’s loopholes after BGT 2024-25 loss, ex-BCCI boss says ‘you have to score 350-400 runs’

Live Mint  

India's defeat in the Border-Gavaskar Trophy against Australia after 10 years was a collective effort. If Jasprit Bumrah was the lone positive light with 32 wickets in the series, a fragile Indian batting order made the job easy for the Australians in the last four Test matches. Former India captain and ex-BCCI president Sourav Ganguly reasoned India's batting behind their …

Can't win Tests if you score 170-180: Sourav Ganguly on India's debacle in Australia
4 days, 11 hours ago

Can't win Tests if you score 170-180: Sourav Ganguly on India's debacle in Australia

India Today  

Former Indian captain Sourav Ganguly has emphasised the need for India's batters to score bigger runs in Test cricket, citing the recent defeat in the Border-Gavaskar Trophy as a prime example. Ganguly said that the batting unit needs to step up big time for India to win Tests consistently. Ganguly, also a former BCCI president, attended Calcutta Sports Journalist's Club's …

'No Kohli, no Rohit, no Ashwin, no Bumrah': Sourav Ganguly shows the mirror to Michael Vaughan, Adam Gilchrist
1 month, 2 weeks ago

'No Kohli, no Rohit, no Ashwin, no Bumrah': Sourav Ganguly shows the mirror to Michael Vaughan, Adam Gilchrist

Hindustan Times  

Amid Michael Vaughan and Adam Gilchrist's bold predictions that Australia will steamroll India 3-1 to win the upcoming Border-Gavaskar Trophy starting on Friday, Sourav Ganguly has reminded the two former Ashes rivals of what happened the last two times India was in Australia for a Test series. Sourav Ganguly served a timely reminder to Michael Vaughan and Adam Gilchrist Perhaps …

'How does question even arise': Sourav Ganguly's emphatic declaration on India's preparation for Border-Gavaskar Trophy
1 month, 2 weeks ago

'How does question even arise': Sourav Ganguly's emphatic declaration on India's preparation for Border-Gavaskar Trophy

Hindustan Times  

Former India captain Sourav Ganguly has rubbished worries about the team's preparedness for the upcoming Border-Gavaskar Trophy in Australia. India's 10-year dominance of the trophy, which includes an unprecedented two consecutive wins in Australia, had already provided a lot of spice ahead of the five-match Test series that starts on Friday. Much of the worries over India's batters, in particular, …

Sourav Ganguly issues stern warning to Australia ahead of Border-Gavaskar Trophy, says ’don’t rule…’
1 month, 3 weeks ago

Sourav Ganguly issues stern warning to Australia ahead of Border-Gavaskar Trophy, says ’don’t rule…’

Live Mint  

Former India captain Sourav Ganguly has issued a stern warning to the Australian team ahead of the much-important Border-Gavaskar Trophy, stating the Indian team shouldn't be taken lightly despite their recent whitewash against New Zealand at home. The series loss to New Zealand proved to be a wake-up call for the Indian team before BGT and welcomed severe criticism from …

Sourav Ganguly makes 'all-time great' prediction for Rishabh Pant, reveals his expectations: 'Needs to get better in...'
3 months, 4 weeks ago

Sourav Ganguly makes 'all-time great' prediction for Rishabh Pant, reveals his expectations: 'Needs to get better in...'

Hindustan Times  

Rishabh Pant returning to red-ball cricket was among the many factors in the ongoing Duleep Trophy and he is now set to make a comeback in Test cricket when India host Bangladesh later this month. Before Rishabh Pant makes his comeback to Test cricket against Bangladesh, former BCCI president Sourav Ganguly called him an “all-time great" of Indian cricket Sourav …

India is a very strong team, says Ganguly
8 months ago

India is a very strong team, says Ganguly

The Hindu  

Former India captain Sourav Ganguly on May 3 rated the T20 World Cup-bound Indian team as a strong one. Assessing the 15-member Indian team for the iconic event to be held in the USA and West Indies from June 2 to 29, Ganguly said the Rohit Sharma-led side was packed with match-winners. All the 15 were good enough to be …

Sourav Ganguly opens up about Rishabh Pant's T20 World Cup hopes: 'Let him play more'
9 months ago

Sourav Ganguly opens up about Rishabh Pant's T20 World Cup hopes: 'Let him play more'

India Today  

Former India captain Sourav Ganguly has urged fans and experts to allow Rishabh Pant to play more matches freely without thinking about his chances of returning to the senior national team. When asked about the wicketkeeper-batter's T20 World Cup selection chances, Ganguly said it's important that the Delhi captain plays a few more matches and eases into the rigiours of …

'Every Test will be decisive': Sourav Ganguly predicts winner of India vs England series
11 months, 1 week ago

'Every Test will be decisive': Sourav Ganguly predicts winner of India vs England series

Hindustan Times  

Ollie Pope's unbeaten 148* proved to be key as it gave England a fighting chance in an engrossing Day 3 of their ongoing first Test match against India, in Hyderabad on Saturday. Responding to India's first innings total of 436, England fought back with 316/6 at Stumps on Day 3, taking a lead of 126 runs. Meanwhile, former BCCI president …

Ganguly bats for Rohit Sharma as Indian captain till 2024 T20 World Cup
1 year, 1 month ago

Ganguly bats for Rohit Sharma as Indian captain till 2024 T20 World Cup

The Hindu  

Impressed with his captaincy at the ODI World Cup, former captain Sourav Ganguly on Friday threw his weight behind Rohit Sharma, saying he should lead India at least till the T20 World Cup in June next year. Rohit, who led India to the ODI World Cup final at home, and Virat Kohli have taken a "break" and will miss the …

Sourav Ganguly gives mouth-shutting reply to Shoaib Akhtar's 'Kohli should retire from ODIs, T20s post World Cup' theory
1 year, 4 months ago

Sourav Ganguly gives mouth-shutting reply to Shoaib Akhtar's 'Kohli should retire from ODIs, T20s post World Cup' theory

Hindustan Times  

Sourav Ganguly and Virat Kohli may not be the best of friends but both have shared the same goal: to take Indian cricket to unprecedented heights. They may not see eye-to-eye given their history, but Ganguly came to Kohli's support when Shoaib Akhtar made a rather interesting comment about Virat's future. With Kohli set to play what is likely to …

Sourav Ganguly: The dynamic revolutionary of Indian cricket
1 year, 6 months ago

Sourav Ganguly: The dynamic revolutionary of Indian cricket

India Today  

When it comes to Sourav Ganguly, neutrality is a rare stance. As one of India's most controversial and combative cricket captains, Ganguly transformed the face of Indian cricket, earning global respect for a team that had struggled in adverse situations. Emergence of a Star Ganguly burst onto the international cricket scene in 1996, fulfilling India's need for a talented left-handed …

I was surprised: Sourav Ganguly questions selectors over Sarfaraz Khan, Abhimanyu Easwaran snub
1 year, 6 months ago

I was surprised: Sourav Ganguly questions selectors over Sarfaraz Khan, Abhimanyu Easwaran snub

India TV News  

Sourav Ganguly is the latest to share his opinion on India's Test team selection for the upcoming West Indies tour on Thursday, June 29. Yashasvi Jaiswal and Ruturaj Gaikwad were added to India's Test squad for the first time after a string of impressive performances in domestic cricket and the Indian Premier League 2023. Ganguly justified Yashasvi's selection in the …

'Aggression is fine but you also need performance' - Sourav Ganguly demands big totals from team India
1 year, 6 months ago

'Aggression is fine but you also need performance' - Sourav Ganguly demands big totals from team India

India TV News  

India's embarrassing 209-run loss to Australia in the ICC World Test Championship final 2023 landed a big blow to fans' hopes for the ICC title on June 11. The former Indian captain Sourav Ganguly pointed out that the team needs to score big totals in their first innings if they wish to emerge victorious in the knockout stages. The former …

Sourav Ganguly lavishes praise on Ajinkya Rahane for his WTC Final performance
1 year, 6 months ago

Sourav Ganguly lavishes praise on Ajinkya Rahane for his WTC Final performance

Live Mint  

Batting in the first innings of the World Test Championship Final, India managed to score 296 runs on the back of some great performances by Ajinkya Rahane, Shardul Thakur and Ravindra Jadeja. Rahane's 89 runs knock on a difficult wicket has captured the attention of cricket fans and former cricketers. Former Indian captain Sourav Ganguly was all praise for the …

Ganguly on KL Rahul: ‘If you don’t score in India, you will get flak’
1 year, 10 months ago

Ganguly on KL Rahul: ‘If you don’t score in India, you will get flak’

The Hindu  

It will be difficult for KL Rahul to avoid scathing criticism for his poor run because of the enormous expectations attached with the job, especially when past cricketers have set high standards, says former India skipper Sourav Ganguly. “When you don’t score runs in India, obviously you will get flak. While Rahul has played some quality knocks in England and …

Ganguly: Dravid will turn this Indian team around, you have to give him time
1 year, 11 months ago

Ganguly: Dravid will turn this Indian team around, you have to give him time

The Hindu  

Sourav Ganguly, one of India’s most successful captains, believes that the current Indian team has enough firepower to tame Australia when the Border-Gavaskar Trophy begins in Nagpur on Thursday. While he agrees that spin bowling will play an important role as always, Ganguly is interested to see whether the team can afford to play an extra spinner on surfaces that …

Sportstar East Sports Conclave 2023: ‘They have too much of Ganguly influence,’ says Ganguly on Bengal’s trophyless run in Ranji Trophy
1 year, 11 months ago

Sportstar East Sports Conclave 2023: ‘They have too much of Ganguly influence,’ says Ganguly on Bengal’s trophyless run in Ranji Trophy

The Hindu  

Former India captain and BCCI president Sourav Ganguly spoke about Bengal’s performances and its missing ‘luck factor’ in Ranji Trophy over the years, during the East Sports Conclave 2023, hosted by Sportstar on Monday in Kolkata. I’ve got into positions where we could have won the trophy, I think I played in the 92’ final, 94’ I played a final …

India vs Australia: Sourav Ganguly backs Rahul Dravid to do well in high-pressure Test series
1 year, 11 months ago

India vs Australia: Sourav Ganguly backs Rahul Dravid to do well in high-pressure Test series

India Today  

India vs Australia or the Border-Gavaskar Trophy has been one of the fiercely fought Test series in the recent times. Under the tenure of Shastri, India became one of the best touring sides in the world and defeated Australia both at home and away. With the Indian team transitioning to a new era, it will be a stern Test for …

When legendary captains meet: CSK share picture of Sourav Ganguly in conversation with MS Dhoni
1 year, 11 months ago

When legendary captains meet: CSK share picture of Sourav Ganguly in conversation with MS Dhoni

India Today  

Chennai Super Kings have shared pictures of former India captains Sourav Ganguly and MS Dhoni in conversation. Ganguly, who vacated his position as president of the Board of Control for Cricket in India, met with Dhoni, who is captaining CSK for the 2023 season of the IPL. The two have enjoyed a positive relationship over the years, with Ganguly even …

Zimbabwe ready to trip up old foes India
2 years, 2 months ago

Zimbabwe ready to trip up old foes India

Hindustan Times  

Virat Kohli made his T20I debut in 2010, against Zimbabwe. Zimbabwe players celebrate the dismissal of Netherlands' Colin Ackermann during the T20 World Cup cricket match between the Netherlands and Zimbabwe in Adelaide. I don't think that will change going into tomorrow’s game,” Zimbabwe captain Craig Ervine said before their match against India on Sunday. Zimbabwe rarely make waves on …

T20 World Cup 2022: Sourav Ganguly, Mithali Raj make big statement; predict India's fate in T20 WC
2 years, 2 months ago

T20 World Cup 2022: Sourav Ganguly, Mithali Raj make big statement; predict India's fate in T20 WC

India TV News  

T20 World Cup 2022: The Indian cricket team is in a hunt for a second T20 World title in Australia. As we are witnessing nail-biting competition between the sides, former cricketers Sourav Ganguly and Mithali Raj have predicted the fate of the Indian team in the tournament. Former Indian cricketer Sourav Ganguly also predicted where can India reach in the …

Sourav Ganguly must be allowed to contest elections for ICC chief: Mamata requests Modi govt
2 years, 2 months ago

Sourav Ganguly must be allowed to contest elections for ICC chief: Mamata requests Modi govt

India TV News  

Highlights I request PM to make sure Sourav Ganguly must be allowed to contest ICC election, Mamata said Request GoI not to take a decision politically, but for cricket, sports, she added Mamata said she was shocked that Ganguly was “deprived” of a second term as BCCI President West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee has requested Prime Minister Narendra Modi's …

An innings unlike Sourav Ganguly of old
2 years, 2 months ago

An innings unlike Sourav Ganguly of old

Hindustan Times  

“This ground has never let me down, so hopefully in my next role in a different capacity, I'll be able to get the administration and Indian cricket stronger.” These were Sourav Ganguly’s words from a 25-minute press meet on becoming BCCI president in 2019. Three years later, sporting a stylish beard he has grown for an ad campaign, he made …

India have a good T20I graph, not bothered with 2 or 3 defeats: Sourav Ganguly
2 years, 3 months ago

India have a good T20I graph, not bothered with 2 or 3 defeats: Sourav Ganguly

India Today  

The Board of Control for Cricket in India president Sourav Ganguly has brushed aside concerns around the Indian team's form ahead of the ICC T20 World Cup 2022, saying that the Rohit Sharma-led side has had a good T20I graph. India’s inconsistent run in T20I cricket continued as the Rohit Sharma-led side failed to defend 208 runs against Australia in …

India vs Zimbabwe: A different problem of plenty for the visitors
2 years, 4 months ago

India vs Zimbabwe: A different problem of plenty for the visitors

Firstpost  

With plenty of options at top of the order, it remains to be seen where India bat the likes of KL Rahul, Ishan Kishan in remainder of the series. As much as they would like to add another series victory on Zimbabwean soil, the tour also presents the Indian team think tank an opportunity to try out players who couldn’t …

Sourav Ganguly to feature in second season of Legends League Cricket
2 years, 5 months ago

Sourav Ganguly to feature in second season of Legends League Cricket

The Hindu  

The Indian cricket fans will get an opportunity to watch Sourav Ganguly in action again! The former India captain and the current president of the BCCI will be featuring in a special charity match in the Season 2 of the Legends League Cricket. “Enjoying the training to get ready to play for a one-off charity fundraising game for Azadi ka …

Not easy in their country: BCCI president Sourav Ganguly lauds super performance from Indian team
2 years, 5 months ago

Not easy in their country: BCCI president Sourav Ganguly lauds super performance from Indian team

India Today  

Current Board of Control for Cricket in India president Sourav Ganguly congratulated the Indian team for coming out victorious from the England series. In a tweet, Ganguly hailed the main figures of the Indian team and gave special attention to two of the best Indian players from the tour - Rishabh Pant and Hardik Pandya. Super performance in england.not easy …

'Played 13 years without break. Didn't take rest like a lot of players do now': Ganguly recalls being dropped in 2005
2 years, 6 months ago

'Played 13 years without break. Didn't take rest like a lot of players do now': Ganguly recalls being dropped in 2005

Hindustan Times  

BCCI President Sourav Ganguly is widely regarded as one of India's greatest captains. Under Ganguly, India famously beat Australia 2-1 in the 2001 Test series at home, beat England in the famous NatWest series final in 2002, and a year later, reached the final of the World Cup. Sourav Ganguly However, Ganguly faced a downfall in 2005 when he was …

Kohli couldn't build a team like Ganguly: Sehwag
2 years, 7 months ago

Kohli couldn't build a team like Ganguly: Sehwag

India TV News  

Virender Sehwag rated Ganguly's leadership above that of Virat Kohli, stating that numbers-wise, Kohli will always be among the greatest ever to lead the Indian team, but still couldn't build a team like Ganguly did. Sehwag, in an interview, said, "Sourav Ganguly built a new team, brought in new players, and backed them through their highs and lows. I doubt …

Sourav Ganguly: Leading BCCI not as challenging as captaining India
2 years, 11 months ago

Sourav Ganguly: Leading BCCI not as challenging as captaining India

The Hindu  

Sourav Ganguly does not believe that his present stint as the president of the Board of Control for Cricket in India has been more challenging than captaining India. But he admits that the 28-month stint has been “under tough circumstances due to COVID-19.” While the pandemic has wreaked havoc all over the world, Ganguly believes that the BCCI has been …

IND vs SA: BCCI president Sourav Ganguly not surprised by India's victory in Centurion Test
3 years ago

IND vs SA: BCCI president Sourav Ganguly not surprised by India's victory in Centurion Test

India TV News  

BCCI president Sourav Ganguly congratulated the Indian cricket team for their historic victory against South Africa in Centurion, saying he is not surprised by India winning the test at all. It was also India's first-ever Test victory at the Centurion, which is largely considered to be a fortress for South Africa. Former India captain said that South Africa will have …

India’s tour of South Africa: In quest of conquering the last citadel
3 years ago

India’s tour of South Africa: In quest of conquering the last citadel

The Hindu  

Making history is never easy. None more than in the 2006-07 Test series where India, led by Rahul Dravid, won its first ever Test on South African soil ambushing the host at the Wanderers. Rahane’s horizontal bat shots — he is a strong cutter and puller — could be his allies on the South African pitches. READ: South Africa focused …

Indian team has talent, needs to show maturity to win T20 WC: Sourav Ganguly
3 years, 2 months ago

Indian team has talent, needs to show maturity to win T20 WC: Sourav Ganguly

The Hindu  

BCCI president and former captain Sourav Ganguly on Saturday said the Indian cricket team under Virat Kohli has all the talent to be considered a legitimate contender for the T20 World Cup and it only needs to show a bit of maturity to claim the trophy. "So, you don't become champions easily and you just don't become champions just by …

Virender Sehwag names the 'best' India captain between Sourav Ganguly and MS Dhoni
3 years, 3 months ago

Virender Sehwag names the 'best' India captain between Sourav Ganguly and MS Dhoni

Hindustan Times  

Sourav Ganguly and MS Dhoni are two names which revolutionised Indian cricket. While Ganguly instilled the self-belief and confidence that the team could win overseas – which it did – Dhoni taught India to be world champions again. Sehwag names the 'best' India captain between Ganguly and Dhoni Under Ganguly, India achieved an ODI and Test series win in Pakistan, …

India in England: Sourav Ganguly posts heartwarming message on return to Lord's, enjoys Day 1 action
3 years, 4 months ago

India in England: Sourav Ganguly posts heartwarming message on return to Lord's, enjoys Day 1 action

India Today  

Former India captain and Board of Control for Cricket in India president Sourav Ganguly posted a heartwarming message on social media after he visited Lord's on Day 1 of the 2nd Test between India and Australia. Ganguly recalled his first visit as an India played to the Lord's and one his biggest series wins as captain and his current visit …

‘Sourav Ganguly was like - go on, play. I am behind you. But that’s not Virat Kohli’s method’: Kaif on captaincy
3 years, 5 months ago

‘Sourav Ganguly was like - go on, play. I am behind you. But that’s not Virat Kohli’s method’: Kaif on captaincy

Hindustan Times  

Sourav Ganguly and Virat Kohli are two of Indian cricket's most dynamic captains, who brought about a change in the mindset and approach in the team during their eras of captaincy. Under Ganguly, the team turned over a new leaf and would not bag down in front of any challenge, a trait that is similar with Kohli, whose aggressive and …

'I think when India will hammer SL, then he'll understand': Former Pakistan bowler responds to Arjuna Ranatunga's remark
3 years, 6 months ago

'I think when India will hammer SL, then he'll understand': Former Pakistan bowler responds to Arjuna Ranatunga's remark

Hindustan Times  

Sri Lanka's World Cup winning captain Arjuna Ranatunga attracted attention with his controversial comment of the Indian cricket team. Ranatunga criticised Sri Lanka cricket and raised questions at the board for allowing India to send a 'second-string' team to play cricket. And even in this team, players such as Bhuvneshwar Kumar, Shikhar Dhawan, Yuzvendra Chahal, Hardik Pandya keep representing India …

ICC highlights three big career achievements of Sourav Ganguly on former India captain's 49th birthday
3 years, 6 months ago

ICC highlights three big career achievements of Sourav Ganguly on former India captain's 49th birthday

Hindustan Times  

The cricket fraternity across the world is celebrating Sourav Ganguly's birthday. Ganguly, a former India captain and current president of the BCCI turns 49 today as wishes poured in from every corner with current and former India cricketers wishing their beloved 'Dada' a happy birthday. From VVS Laxman to Suresh Raina to Sachin Tendulkar, the stalwarts of Indian cricket offered …

'Only he had the vision to make a team for future': Akmal says India 'still reaping the benefits' of Ganguly's captaincy
3 years, 6 months ago

'Only he had the vision to make a team for future': Akmal says India 'still reaping the benefits' of Ganguly's captaincy

Hindustan Times  

It's been 21 long years since Sourav Ganguly became captain of the Indian team, and 16 years since he left the post, but the impact of what he achieved in those five years is still visible in Indian cricket today, feels former Pakistan wicketkeeper-batsman Kamran Akmal. The spark Ganguly ignited as India's captain has today transformed into a wildfire as …

'It was huge that their replacements delivered': Ganguly picks 'highlight' of India's World Test Championship campaign
3 years, 6 months ago

'It was huge that their replacements delivered': Ganguly picks 'highlight' of India's World Test Championship campaign

Hindustan Times  

India came perilously close to winning the World Test Championship before stumbling at the final hurdle, but it takes nothing away from the two years of hard work and effort the team had put together as a unit. Right after they were knocked out in the semi-final of the 2019 World Cup, India began their maiden World Test Championship journey …

IND vs NZ | Bat first, soak in pressure and put runs on scoreboard: Sourav Ganguly ahead of WTC Final
3 years, 6 months ago

IND vs NZ | Bat first, soak in pressure and put runs on scoreboard: Sourav Ganguly ahead of WTC Final

India TV News  

Up against the "best New Zealand" side of the past 35 years, India should opt to bat first even if the conditions are overcast as that is what has worked best for the side during overseas tours, feels BCCI President and former captain Sourav Ganguly. The decorated former batsman is hopeful that Virat Kohli's men will bring the World Test …

Exclusive | Siddarth Kaul names Ganguly, Dhoni as his favourite captains; points difference between the two
3 years, 7 months ago

Exclusive | Siddarth Kaul names Ganguly, Dhoni as his favourite captains; points difference between the two

India TV News  

Sunrisers Hyderabad's Siddarth Kaul may have had a shaky journey with the national side, but the pacer is hoping to be a part of the Indian contingent for the limited-overs series against Sri Lanka. While India's primary side will travel to the UK for the WTC final and a five-Test series against England, a 'B' team will proceed to Sri …

When adamant Virender Sehwag taught Sourav Ganguly key captaincy lesson
3 years, 9 months ago

When adamant Virender Sehwag taught Sourav Ganguly key captaincy lesson

India TV News  

Former India captain and current BCCI president Sourav Ganguly on Saturday recalled his early lessons in captaincy, which included an incident involving Virender Sehwag during the Natwest Trophy final in 2003. Then he hit one off the fifth ball too," Ganguly said and added that he soon realised there is no point in stopping Sehwag since his natural game is …

Sourav Ganguly extends gratitude to PM Narendra Modi for recognising the performance of Team India in Australia
3 years, 11 months ago

Sourav Ganguly extends gratitude to PM Narendra Modi for recognising the performance of Team India in Australia

India Today  

Team India produced one of the greatest Test cricket performances in Australia as they won the Border Gavaskar Trophy 2-1. Prime Minister Narendra Modi, during ‘Mann Ki Baat’ on Sunday, commended India for their brilliant team spirit and hard work in Australia that helped them ‘gloriously’ bounce back and win the series. BCCI President Sourav Ganguly has extended his gratitude …

Sourav Ganguly was the one who instigated India-Australia rivalry, he put us on backfoot: Brad Hogg
3 years, 11 months ago

Sourav Ganguly was the one who instigated India-Australia rivalry, he put us on backfoot: Brad Hogg

India Today  

India beating Australia 2-1 during the 2018-19 tour wasn't a fluke, it is a very well confirmed fact now. During the last Test series Down Under, Australia tried to take the credit away from the Virat Kohli-led India team, saying that they lost because of the absence of then-banned players Steve Smith and David Warner. Former Australia spinner Brad Hogg …

Sourav Ganguly has capitulated, there are things he should not be doing: Ramachandra Guha
4 years, 1 month ago

Sourav Ganguly has capitulated, there are things he should not be doing: Ramachandra Guha

India TV News  

Historian Ramachandra Guha, a former member of the Committee of Administrators that ran the Board of Control for Cricket in India during the reforms process ordered by the Supreme Court, has lashed out at the superstar culture in Indian cricket that has allowed top cricketers to have veto power over every decision. In an interview to www.espncricinfo.com about his new …

IND vs AUS: Sourav Ganguly took developing India-Australia rivalry to another level, says John Buchanan
4 years, 1 month ago

IND vs AUS: Sourav Ganguly took developing India-Australia rivalry to another level, says John Buchanan

India Today  

Australia’s World Cup-winning coach John Buchanan has remembered former India captain Sourav Ganguly as the leader who took the India-Australia rivalry to a whole new level. Buchanan remembers that the said rivalry was only ‘developing’ when Ganguly had taken charge but it was under him that India turned into this passionate bunch who could give Australia a run for the …

Sourav Ganguly breaks his silence over Rohit Sharma's omission from Australia tour
4 years, 2 months ago

Sourav Ganguly breaks his silence over Rohit Sharma's omission from Australia tour

India TV News  

The Board of Control for Cricket in India president Sourav Ganguly has reacted to Rohit Sharma's omission from India's tour Down Under, saying that the selectors will rethink his position if he's fit ahead of the much-awaited tour. Rohit was a prominent name missing from India's ODI, T20I and Test squads for the Australia tour. Rohit's exclusion from the national …

MS Dhoni possessed quality of both Sourav Ganguly and Mohammad Azharuddin as captain: Rashid Latif
4 years, 3 months ago

MS Dhoni possessed quality of both Sourav Ganguly and Mohammad Azharuddin as captain: Rashid Latif

India TV News  

Former Pakistan wicketkeeper Rashid Latif heaped praises MS Dhoni, who recently retired as the most successful skipper in all three formats, saying he was a great motivator to young players, which subsequently led him to three World Cup triumphs. The 51-year-old former Pak cricketer, who played 37 international Tests and166 ODIs, said Dhoni had a strong leader in Sourav Ganguly …

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