News for 'India Captain Sourav Ganguly'

When Dravid's heroics sealed history in Adelaide!

When Dravid's heroics sealed history in Adelaide!

Rediff.com4 Dec 2024

India claimed a memorable four-wicket victory at Adelaide Oval, on December 16, 2003 -- their first Test win on Australian soil in 22 years.

Kohli, Tendulkar wish Ganguly speedy recovery

Kohli, Tendulkar wish Ganguly speedy recovery

Rediff.com2 Jan 2021

India captain Virat Kohli on Saturday wished BCCI president Sourav Ganguly a speedy recovery after the former skipper had been hospitalised in Kolkata.

Rohit and Virat should open at T20 World Cup: Ganguly

Rohit and Virat should open at T20 World Cup: Ganguly

Rediff.com23 Apr 2024

For him, selection for T20 World Cup shouldn't be based on one IPL season.

'Ganguly-Chappell spat a serious matter'

'Ganguly-Chappell spat a serious matter'

Rediff.com24 Sep 2005

Former Indian cricketers said the spat needed to be sorted out immediately for the sake of Indian cricket.

BCCI president Ganguly discharged from hospital

BCCI president Ganguly discharged from hospital

Rediff.com31 Jan 2021

BCCI president Sourav Ganguly was discharged from hospital on Sunday morning, three days after he underwent a fresh round of angioplasty to clear clogged coronary arteries, officials said.

Serious pressure on Fletcher: Ganguly

Serious pressure on Fletcher: Ganguly

Rediff.com30 Jan 2012

Former captain Sourav Ganguly feels India's humiliating 0-4 whitewash in the Test series against Australia has proved to be a 'nightmare' for Duncan Fletcher and his reputation as a coach is at stake.

Are the cricket captains always criticized?

Are the cricket captains always criticized?

Rediff.com13 Jan 2013

Under-fire Indian skipper MS Dhoni on Sunday got a bit of backing from former captain Sourav Ganguly who said the team has to cope up with this transition phase.

'Sir Sobers inspired me to take up cricket'

'Sir Sobers inspired me to take up cricket'

Rediff.com18 Aug 2025

Former India spinner Murali Kartik has opened up on his cricketing journey, crediting West Indies cricket and the legendary Sir Garfield Sobers for inspiring him to pursue a career in cricket.

PIX: Ganguly visits Belur Math, donates 2000kgs rice

PIX: Ganguly visits Belur Math, donates 2000kgs rice

Rediff.com2 Apr 2020

Ganguly had earlier announced a donation of Rs 50 lakh worth rice for the sufferers of COVID-19, which has left the world in disarray.

Was desperate to become India coach: Ganguly

Was desperate to become India coach: Ganguly

Rediff.com24 Nov 2017

Former India captain Sourav Ganguly on Friday said that he was desperate to become the national coach but ended up being an administrator.

Warne picks India's greatest Test XI. Do you agree?

Warne picks India's greatest Test XI. Do you agree?

Rediff.com1 Apr 2020

Australia spin great Shane Warne picked former India captain Sourav Ganguly as the skipper of his greatest Indian XI. However, the most notable omission in his team was that of former India batting great VVS Laxman, who enjoyed an impeccable record against Australia.

Kohli@37: The staggering stats of India's run king

Kohli@37: The staggering stats of India's run king

Rediff.com5 Nov 2025

At 37, the numbers behind his all-format dominance reveal not just longevity but an unmatched hunger for excellence.

Ganguly keen to play in Challenger Series

Ganguly keen to play in Challenger Series

Rediff.com21 Sep 2006

'I want to use domestic tournaments for making a comeback into the national squad,' the former India captain said.

'For me, Pataudi was India's best captain ever'

'For me, Pataudi was India's best captain ever'

Rediff.com6 Mar 2014

Former India captain Sourav Ganguly has said Mansur Ali Khan Pataudi was the best captain the country ever had.

Wriddhiman Saha to retire from cricket at end of season

Wriddhiman Saha to retire from cricket at end of season

Rediff.com4 Nov 2024

Wriddhiman Saha will retire from cricket at the end of this year's Ranji Trophy.

'Send Shami to Australia by the next flight!'

'Send Shami to Australia by the next flight!'

Rediff.com17 Nov 2024

Former captain Sourav Ganguly wants the BCCI to immediately send Mohammed Shami to join the Indian team in Australia, even if he is unable to play in the Perth Test.

79 years, countless memories: India's cricket story

79 years, countless memories: India's cricket story

Rediff.com14 Aug 2025

India's cricketing journey post-independence is a saga of triumphs! From iconic World Cup wins to unforgettable Test series victories, the nation's passion for cricket shines through.

Is Ganguly headed for Kent?

Is Ganguly headed for Kent?

Rediff.com20 Apr 2005

Dhoni has been an outstanding captain: Ganguly

Dhoni has been an outstanding captain: Ganguly

Rediff.com25 Jun 2013

Preferring to stay away from comparisons, former skipper Sourav Ganguly says current captain Mahendra Singh Dhoni has done "wonders to Indian cricket" and is poised to lead the country in the 2015 World Cup.

Harbhajan on Sourav's 100th Test

Harbhajan on Sourav's 100th Test

Rediff.com24 Dec 2007

Harbhajan Singh pays tribute to Sourav Ganguly, the captain who transformed his career.

Ganguly officially takes charge as CAB chief for second term

Ganguly officially takes charge as CAB chief for second term

Rediff.com28 Sep 2019

This is Sourav Ganguly's second term in office after he became CAB president in 2015 following the death of Jagmohan Dalmiya.

Why Do Bowlers Rarely Become Captains?

Why Do Bowlers Rarely Become Captains?

Rediff.com27 Nov 2024

One of the reasons why bowlers are rarely considered captains is because they are more susceptible to injuries than batters, argues Vishal Menon.

Mithun Manhas: Always at right place at right time!

Mithun Manhas: Always at right place at right time!

Rediff.com21 Sep 2025

Mithun Manhas: Street-Smart cricketer, who was always at the right place at right time

BCCI president Ganguly tests negative for COVID-19

BCCI president Ganguly tests negative for COVID-19

Rediff.com25 Jul 2020

BCCI president Sourav Ganguly has tested negative for COVID-19 after he gave his samples as a precautionary measure. The former India captain has been in home quarantine for more than a week after his elder brother Snehasish Ganguly had tested positive for the contagious disease.

Can Gill Recreate Dada's Leeds 2002 Heroics?

Can Gill Recreate Dada's Leeds 2002 Heroics?

Rediff.com19 Jun 2025

If history is anything to go by, Leeds always has room for a little magic.

Ganguly arrives for meeting

Ganguly arrives for meeting

Rediff.com27 Sep 2005

The BCCI's review committe will look to resolve the Ganguly-Chappell spat.

Ganguly compliments Rohit Sharma for keeping composure in tense situation

Ganguly compliments Rohit Sharma for keeping composure in tense situation

Rediff.com29 Aug 2022

Rohit Sharma showed great composure leading the men in blue throughout the match against arch-rivals Pakistan

Ganguly to help BCCI plan India's schedule for 2019-2023

Ganguly to help BCCI plan India's schedule for 2019-2023

Rediff.com15 Dec 2017

The working group of the Board of Control for Cricket in India on the International Cricket Council's Futures Tours and Programme (FTP) will have former India captain Sourav Ganguly in all likelihood.

Ganguly's Aus trip had Board's sanction

Ganguly's Aus trip had Board's sanction

Rediff.com15 Aug 2003

The India captain received batting tips from Australia great Greg Chappell.

'Kuldeep should've played 2-3 Tests'

'Kuldeep should've played 2-3 Tests'

Rediff.com31 Jul 2025

Former captain Sourav Ganguly on Thursday said India may have missed a trick by not playing Kuldeep Yadav at Lord's and Manchester, as quality spinners come to the fore on the last two days of a Test match.

Ganguly recommended for Khel Ratna

Ganguly recommended for Khel Ratna

Rediff.com28 May 2005

BCCI wrote to the Union Sports Ministry recommending the names of Ganguly and his deputy Rahul Dravid for outstanding performance in 2004.

'Gill, Gill, Gill': Pathan, Kohli, Viru hail India's new Test skipper

'Gill, Gill, Gill': Pathan, Kohli, Viru hail India's new Test skipper

Rediff.com6 Jul 2025

Virat Kohli, former Test captain, lauded the team's resilience

PIX: Record-breaking Pant brings out pyrotechnics

PIX: Record-breaking Pant brings out pyrotechnics

Rediff.com22 Jun 2025

Pant now has three Test centuries on English soil.

Ganguly to play in football I-League

Ganguly to play in football I-League

Rediff.com12 Jul 2008

Former India cricket captain Sourav Ganguly will try his legs on football and will turn out for Chirag United in the I-League starting in September. Chirag United, who were promoted to the I-League this season, will sign up Ganguly to add some "gloss" to the league.

'Hope it's a good comeback for Harbhajan and he uses the opportunity'

'Hope it's a good comeback for Harbhajan and he uses the opportunity'

Rediff.com30 Jun 2015

Former India captain Sourav Ganguly has hailed Harbhajan Singh's comeback to the ODI team and said it's a good opportunity for the veteran off-spinner to make a mark following his return to the 50-over format side after a gap of four years.

How Manhas emerged as frontrunner for BCCI top job

How Manhas emerged as frontrunner for BCCI top job

Rediff.com21 Sep 2025

It has now emerged that the BCCI top post could go to Mithun Manhas, who was also involved as director of cricket operations with the Jammu and Kashmir Cricket Association (JKCA).

Ganguly leaves for Delhi enroute to Pak

Ganguly leaves for Delhi enroute to Pak

Rediff.com7 Apr 2004

The regular Indian skipper has been certified fit following a back injury, which kept him out of the first two Tests against Pakistan.

Ganguly joins team for first Test

Ganguly joins team for first Test

Rediff.com18 Nov 2004

The Indian captain had a light practice session during which he batted for 15-20 minutes.

India team coach to be selected on July 10: Ganguly

India team coach to be selected on July 10: Ganguly

Rediff.com1 Jul 2017

Cricket Advisory Committee (CAC) member Sourav Ganguly on Saturday said that the interview to select the new India coach will be held on July 10 in Mumbai.