Tag: Sourav Ganguly

Sourav Ganguly, affectionately known as Dada, is one of India’s most iconic cricketers and captains. Revered for his fearless leadership and aggressive style of play, Ganguly redefined Indian cricket during the early 2000s. His contribution went far beyond the boundary ropes, as he inspired a generation of cricketers to believe in themselves and take on the world with confidence.

At thelivecricketscore, this tag page is dedicated to tracking everything about Sourav Ganguly — from his historic Test innings and ODI triumphs to his role as BCCI President and beyond.

Player Overview
Attribute Details
Full Name Sourav Chandidas Ganguly
Nickname Dada, Prince of Kolkata
Date of Birth July 8, 1972
Birthplace Kolkata, West Bengal, India
Batting Style Left-handed
Bowling Style Right-arm medium
Role Top-order Batter, Former Captain
International Career 1992 – 2008

Career Stats
Format Matches Runs Average 100s 50s Best Score Wickets
Test 113 7,212 42.17 16 35 239 32
ODI 311 11,363 41.02 22 72 183 100

Sourav Ganguly was one of India’s most successful ODI openers and also holds the rare distinction of completing the double of 10,000+ ODI runs and 100+ wickets.

Captaincy Era: A New Dawn for Indian Cricket
When Ganguly took over as captain in 2000, Indian cricket was battling credibility issues. Under his captaincy:

India reached the 2003 World Cup final

Beat Australia at home in the famous 2001 Test series

Drew Test series in England and Australia

Backed young talents like Yuvraj Singh, Zaheer Khan, Harbhajan Singh, and MS Dhoni

Ganguly’s aggressive brand of leadership laid the foundation for India’s future successes. His shirt-waving moment at Lord’s in 2002 after winning the NatWest final remains one of the most iconic images in cricket history.

Domestic and IPL Career
Represented Bengal in the Ranji Trophy and had a long domestic career

Played for Kolkata Knight Riders and Pune Warriors India in the IPL

Also served as a mentor and team advisor after retirement

Though his IPL run wasn’t as successful as his international career, he played a key role in popularizing the league in its early years.

Post-Retirement Contributions
After retiring from cricket in 2008, Ganguly remained active in the sport through various roles:

Served as the President of Cricket Association of Bengal (CAB)

Appointed as the 39th President of BCCI (2019–2022)

Advocated for day-night Test matches and infrastructure improvements

Continues to appear as a cricket analyst and commentator

His tenure at the BCCI was marked by reforms and significant decisions, including hosting India’s first pink-ball Test.

Playing Style and Legacy
Ganguly was known for:

His cover drives and off-side play, earning the nickname “God of the Off-Side”

Tactical awareness and leadership instincts

His ability to mentor young players and give them confidence

His bold decisions on and off the field

He is credited with transforming India’s overseas record and building a team that could compete across the globe.

Recent News and Public Presence
Frequently appears in interviews and cricket analysis shows

Involved in endorsement deals and business ventures

Remains an influential voice in Indian cricket politics

Speculations about a future political career continue to surface

Stay tuned to thelivecricketscore for the latest news and opinions involving Sourav Ganguly.

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Access to Ganguly’s complete statistical history

Editorials and opinion pieces on his captaincy

Flashback stories on iconic moments like the 2002 NatWest final

Analysis of his administrative legacy with the BCCI

Updates on his media presence, quotes, and interviews

Sourav Ganguly is more than a cricketer — he’s a legend who led from the front, rebuilt Indian cricket, and left a legacy of confidence, aggression, and pride. Follow this page on thelivecricketscore to relive his journey and track every new development connected to his name.