News for 'Sourav Ganguly'

Motera Test: Sourav thanks Modi, Shah

Motera Test: Sourav thanks Modi, Shah

Rediff.com24 Feb 2021

'Hope to see full stands like last time. Under the leadership of Honble Prime minister @narendramodi Amit Shah @AmitShah ..'

Nominate Sourav Ganguly to Rajya Sabha too: CPI

Nominate Sourav Ganguly to Rajya Sabha too: CPI

Rediff.com27 Apr 2012

Cricketer Sachin Tendulkar's nomination to the Rajya Sabha drew mixed reaction with most members of the upper House on Friday, welcoming the decision even as the Opposition felt this could be a move by the Congress to divert attention from the problems afflicting the party.

'For India to do well, Kohli will have to bat with freedom'

'For India to do well, Kohli will have to bat with freedom'

Rediff.com1 Jun 2024

Former BCCI president Sourav Ganguly picked batting maestro Virat Kohli to open with India captain Rohit Sharma in the ICC T20 World Cup, taking place in the USA and West Indies from June 1 to 29.

His form is fantastic, let a few IPL matches go: Ganguly on Pant's T20 WC selection

His form is fantastic, let a few IPL matches go: Ganguly on Pant's T20 WC selection

Rediff.com6 Apr 2024

Former India skipper Sourav Ganguly said on Saturday that Rishabh Pant is "fully fit" but added that the wicketkeeper-batter should be given some more time to prepare himself for India team selection for the upcoming T20 World Cup in the West Indies and USA.

Ganguly asked to respond to 'Conflict of Interest' complaints

Ganguly asked to respond to 'Conflict of Interest' complaints

Rediff.com3 Apr 2019

The BCCI Ombudsman Justice D K Jain has asked former India captain Sourav Ganguly to clear his stand on allegations of conflict of interest in his role as Delhi Capitals advisor while serving as president of Cricket Association of Bengal.

Congratulate Sourav!

Congratulate Sourav!

Rediff.com4 Aug 2005

Congratulate the left-hander on reaching the 10,000-run mark in ODIs.

Ganguly to be discharged from hospital on Wednesday

Ganguly to be discharged from hospital on Wednesday

Rediff.com5 Jan 2021

Ganguly will be ready for the next course of procedures or medical intervention after about 2-3 weeks

Please keep Sana out of this: Ganguly on daughter's CAA post

Please keep Sana out of this: Ganguly on daughter's CAA post

Rediff.com19 Dec 2019

Ganguly also said that his daughter is too young to know anything about politics and she should be left alone

'Ganguly's heart is as strong as it was when he was 20'

'Ganguly's heart is as strong as it was when he was 20'

Rediff.com5 Jan 2021

Ganguly will be discharged on Wednesday and thereafter he will be monitored at home on a daily basis

PIX: Pant's 'special' moment with Ganguly

PIX: Pant's 'special' moment with Ganguly

Rediff.com23 Apr 2019

Rishabh Pant said it "felt special" when Sourav Ganguly lifted him to celebrate the youngster's blistering 78 that steered Delhi Capitals to a six-wicket win over Rajasthan Royals and the pole position in the IPL.

Harbhajan credits Sachin, Sourav for 'playing big role' in career

Harbhajan credits Sachin, Sourav for 'playing big role' in career

Rediff.com9 Apr 2015

World Cup winning off-spinner Harbhajan Singh has admitted that he owes his success to the golden generation of Indian cricketers and said he was lucky to play under the likes of Sachin Tendulkar, Sourav Ganguly, VVS Laxman, Rahul Dravid and Anil Kumble.

Kohli more skilful than me, says Ganguly

Kohli more skilful than me, says Ganguly

Rediff.com10 Sep 2022

Both played aggressive brand of cricket as captains, but Sourav Ganguly said in terms of skill set, Virat Kohli is ahead of him.

SC to rule on BCCI chief Ganguly's tenure in January

SC to rule on BCCI chief Ganguly's tenure in January

Rediff.com10 Dec 2020

The Supreme Court on Wednesday posted hearing for a bunch of petitions to January next year, including one filed by BCCI for an amendment in its Constitution which may decide the tenures of president Sourav Ganguly and secretary Jay Shah.

Pakistan players hail Ganguly

Pakistan players hail Ganguly

Rediff.com8 Oct 2008

Pakistan cricketers heaped rare praised on Sourav Ganguly, after the batsman announced he would retire following the Test series against Australia.

BCCI will deal with it: Ganguly on Kohli's comments

BCCI will deal with it: Ganguly on Kohli's comments

Rediff.com16 Dec 2021

Kohli said that he was never asked to stay on as T20 skipper when relinquishing the post.

We've time to decide, SA tour on schedule: Ganguly

We've time to decide, SA tour on schedule: Ganguly

Rediff.com1 Dec 2021

The former India captain also backed out-of-favour all-rounder Hardik Pandya to regain his place in the side after returning to full fitness.

Ganguly against toss abolition in Test matches

Ganguly against toss abolition in Test matches

Rediff.com21 May 2018

Former India captain Sourav Ganguly, on Monday, said he is not in favour of abolition of spin of coin in Test matches, which will come up for discussion at the ICC cricket committee meeting in Mumbai next week.

Kohli not finished yet: Ganguly on the 'phenomenal' 50

Kohli not finished yet: Ganguly on the 'phenomenal' 50

Rediff.com15 Nov 2023

Virat Kohli scaled 'Mount 50' on Wednesday, and former Indian captain Sourav Ganguly had little doubt that the batting star has many more miles to traverse in his career.

'Ganguly should get full term again to stabilise BCCI'

'Ganguly should get full term again to stabilise BCCI'

Rediff.com21 Jul 2020

Indian Premier League spot-fixing case petitioner Aditya Verma said his lawyers "won't oppose" a cooling-off period waiver for BCCI president Sourav Ganguly and secretary Jay Shah when the matter is heard in the Supreme Court. The apex court is set to hear on Wednesday a BCCI plea to modify its constitution and enable the duo of Ganguly and Shah to stay on in their positions instead of going on a mandatory cooling-off period.

Meet new BCCI president Ganguly's team

Meet new BCCI president Ganguly's team

Rediff.com16 Oct 2019

Former India captain Sourav Ganguly is set to take charge as the president of the Board of Contro for Cricket in India this month, completing his transition from star player to a top administrator.

Why Kaneria is backing Ganguly for ICC top job

Why Kaneria is backing Ganguly for ICC top job

Rediff.com7 Jun 2020

Danish Kaneria said the PCB should really look to rope in former players to groom the budding talent in the country.

Ganguly, Ponting pick their favourite additions to the Delhi Capitals squad

Ganguly, Ponting pick their favourite additions to the Delhi Capitals squad

Rediff.com20 Dec 2023

Delhi Capitals made exciting additions to their squad at the IPL Mini-Auction 2024 in Dubai on Tuesday. The franchise bagged the hard-hitting Harry Brook for INR 4 crore along with Australian fast bowler Jhye Richardson for INR 5 crore and West Indian wicketkeeper-batter Shai Hope for INR 75 lakh.

'Ganguly conscious and doctors keeping constant vigil'

'Ganguly conscious and doctors keeping constant vigil'

Rediff.com3 Jan 2021

The former India captain was hospitalised at 1 pm on Saturday with "chest discomfort, the heaviness of head, vomiting and a spell of dizziness" while performing physical exercise in the home gymnasium at around 11 am. Following this, he underwent an angioplasty.

'Kohli symbolised unapologetic India of the 21st century'

'Kohli symbolised unapologetic India of the 21st century'

Rediff.com12 May 2025

Chappell said Kohli's exit from Tests marks a "seismic shift in energy".

Ganguly makes huge prediction about Kohli ahead of his 100th Test

Ganguly makes huge prediction about Kohli ahead of his 100th Test

Rediff.com3 Mar 2022

Kohli and Ganguly have endured a rocky past few months during which they were at opposite ends over the former's captaincy tenure coming to an end.

From 1983 to 2025: India's Legacy Of ICC Titles

From 1983 to 2025: India's Legacy Of ICC Titles

Rediff.com9 Mar 2025

India won their seventh ICC trophy, while registering their third Champions Trophy triumph.

Supreme Court to hear BCCI's plea on Ganguly, Shah on July 28

Supreme Court to hear BCCI's plea on Ganguly, Shah on July 28

Rediff.com21 Jul 2022

The Supreme Court on Thursday appointed senior advocate Maninder Singh as an amicus curiae to assist it in the matter related to the Board of Control for Cricket in India and fixed the hearing on the plea of the cricket body for amending its constitution concerning tenure of office bearers on July 28.

What's Dada Telling Binny?

What's Dada Telling Binny?

Rediff.com18 May 2023

On Wednesday, May 17, 2023, Binny and Dada met in Dharamsala after the Delhi Capitals defeated the Punjab Kings.

Post RoKo, India's Young Turks Put Batting Worries To Rest

Post RoKo, India's Young Turks Put Batting Worries To Rest

Rediff.com26 Jun 2025

'Most of the batters performed. I would say that is a very good sign going forward. Apart from this you have got three quality batters who are not even part of the squad -- Shreyas (Iyer), Sarfaraz (Khan) and (Devdutt) Padikkal.'

IPL: Pune Warriors retain Ganguly

IPL: Pune Warriors retain Ganguly

Rediff.com21 Jan 2012

Inducted as an injury replacement last year, former India captain Sourav Ganguly has been retained by Pune Warriors for the upcoming season of the Indian Premier League.

Kohli decision made keeping in mind future roadmap: Ganguly

Kohli decision made keeping in mind future roadmap: Ganguly

Rediff.com16 Sep 2021

The Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) President Sourav Ganguly on Thursday lavished praise on Virat Kohli after the India skipper decided to step down as T20I captain post the 2021 World Cup.

Teammates let Sourav down: Waugh

Teammates let Sourav down: Waugh

Rediff.com13 May 2005

Steve Waugh said the Indian captain should not be alone blamed for the team's slow over-rate against Pakistan

How captain Ganguly transformed Indian cricket

How captain Ganguly transformed Indian cricket

Rediff.com20 Jun 2020

Former chairman of selectors Kris Srikkanth likened Sourav Ganguly with West Indies great Clive Lloyd, and described the current BCCI president as a born leader, who inspired the Indian cricket team to dream big on foreign shores.

Is Shreyas Iyer India's Next All-Format Superstar?

Is Shreyas Iyer India's Next All-Format Superstar?

Rediff.com26 Mar 2025

Ganguly believes Iyer's transformation makes him a strong contender for a spot in all three formats of international cricket.

The GOAT returns! Messi to tour India. Check out the schedule!

The GOAT returns! Messi to tour India. Check out the schedule!

Rediff.com2 Aug 2025

The Argentina captain's Kolkata schedule on December 13 will begin at 9am with a meet-and-greet event, followed by the unveiling of a 70-feet statue of him at the Lake Town Sribhumi on VIP Road.

Gambhir Calls Kohli 'Shahenshah'!

Gambhir Calls Kohli 'Shahenshah'!

Rediff.com12 Sep 2024

Sachin was Dabang, Dada was Tiger, Dravid was Mr Perfectionist...

Asia Cup will be held in UAE, says Ganguly

Asia Cup will be held in UAE, says Ganguly

Rediff.com22 Jul 2022

The Asia Cup, which was scheduled to be held in Sri Lanka, has been shifted to the United Arab Emirates, BCCI president Sourav Ganguly said on Thursday.

Why There Won't Be Another Cheteshwar Pujara

Why There Won't Be Another Cheteshwar Pujara

Rediff.com25 Aug 2025

From Rajkot's maidans to cricket's grandest arenas, Cheteshwar Pujara carved a niche as the bedrock of India's Test side. He is one of only 14 Indians to feature in more than 100 Tests, and his innings often defined India's most memorable triumphs.

Mamata lashes out at BJP, says Ganguly being deprived

Mamata lashes out at BJP, says Ganguly being deprived

Rediff.com20 Oct 2022

Banerjee, who said she would have spoken out on the issue even if master batsman Sachin Tendulkar was similarly deprived, alleged that Ganguly was deprived of the chance to fight the election to "secure someone else's interests".

Now, it's Sourav's in Kolkata

Now, it's Sourav's in Kolkata

Rediff.com31 May 2004