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Former Indian captain and Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) president Sourav Ganguly said that India should break all cricketing ties with Pakistan. Ganguly spoke to ANI in Kolkata.
Former BCCI president Sourav Ganguly on Saturday expressed optimism about the Eden Gardens keeping its date with the 2025 IPL final and said the Cricket Association of Bengal (CAB) shares an "excellent relationship" with the game's all-powerful apex body. The BCCI is yet to officially confirm the venues for the IPL playoffs, even though it has announced the rescheduled league fixtures after the tournament was halted on May 8 due to the India-Pakistan conflict. "No, no, we're trying -- talking to the BCCI," Ganguly said when asked about the possibility of Eden Gardens hosting the final as per the original schedule.
Virat Kohli's legacy in Test cricket will be followed for generations despite his immediate retirement from the format on Monday. The Indian cricket stalwart moulded himself as a run machine after going through thick and thin with the Men in Blue. The Delhi boy, who joined the team as a talented youngster, went on to become a legend of the game with his formidable attitude. Kohli made his India debut in 2008 in the ODI format, followed by his T20I debut in 2010, but it was not until 2011 that he made his Test debut for the country. Kohli became a regular feature in India's Test side since making his debut and showed early signs of a stellar career in his fourth Test against West Indies at Wankhede Stadium in 2011. In the match, he struck his maiden Test half-century, followed by his second one in the second innings of the match.
Australian batting great Greg Chappell feels Virat Kohli's Test retirement "marks the end of a thunderous era" in which he managed to "eclipse" the great Sachin Tendulkar in terms of making a cultural and psychological impact on India's cricketing identity. Writing in his column for 'ESPNCricinfo', Chappell, a former India head coach said Kohli's over a decade long career in the format that began in 2011, was a "reign forged in grit, fire, and audacity." "It closes the chapter on the most transformative figure in Indian cricket since Sachin Tendulkar; perhaps Kohli even eclipses him in terms of cultural influence and psychological impact on India's cricketing identity," Chappell wrote.
Rohit Sharma announced his retirement from Test cricket, leaving all the fans and cricket experts utterly surprised. The announcement came as a big surprise as the Indian selectors were looking to pick the squad for the upcoming five-match Test series against England. Rohit, who played 67 Tests for India, took to his social media to break the news, following the reports that he wouldn't captain in the Tests against England. Recently, former India skipper Sourav Ganguly backed Rohit's decision, stating that it was the right time for him.
Sourav Ganguly, former India capain and also an ex-BCCI president, has reacted to the suspension of Indian Premier League 2025. Notably, the tournament has been halted mid-season as tension between India and Pakistan continue to escalate following Operation Sindoor. The match between Punjab Kings and Delhi Capitals was abandoned midway due to security reasons on Thursday and the following day saw the event being suspended for seven days. Ganguly showed his belief in the BCCI and said that the Board will complete the tournament.
Rohit Sharma on Wednesday announced his retirement from Test cricket, bringing an end to a celebrated chapter in his international career. The 38-year-old batter took to Instagram on Wednesday to share the news, expressing gratitude to fans and reflecting on his journey in the longest format of the game. Former India captain and BCCI president Sourav Ganguly made an interesting observation after Rohit's retirement from the longest format.
On Team India skipper Rohit Sharma announces retirement from Test Cricket, Former Indian cricket team captain Sourav Ganguly said, "He is a great player for India, but someone has to leave the game. My best wishes to him.
Former Indian cricket team skipper Sourav Ganguly met Rajasthan Royals' 14-year-old sensation Vaibhav Suryavanshi after the IPL 2025 match against Kolkata Knight Riders at Eden Gardens in Kolkata on Sunday. It was a poor show from Vaibhav who was dismissed for just four runs as his side slumped to an one-run loss. According to a report by Sangbad Pratidin, Ganguly met Sanju Samson and RR head coach Rahul Dravid before catching up with Vaibhav. Ganguly took a look at Vaibhav's bat and also gave a pep talk to the youngster. "I have seen your game. Keep playing the way you play fearless cricket. There is no need to change the game," he said according to the report.