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  2. Jun 24, 2014 · In the 2000s, Sourav Ganguly took over a side that was reeling under the cloud of the match-fixing controversy. He then became the architect of a strong Indian team.

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  3. Jul 8, 2023 · Ganguly burst onto the international cricket scene in 1996, fulfilling India's need for a talented left-handed top-order batter. His debut at Lord's was a remarkable display of skill, as he crafted a magnificent 131 runs, the highest score by a debutant at the historic venue.

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  4. Jul 8, 2024 · How did Sourav Ganguly impact Indian cricket as a captain? Ganguly’s captaincy revitalized Indian cricket with a focus on aggressive play, team unity, and nurturing young talent. He played a pivotal role in shaping a competitive mindset and leading India to significant victories abroad.

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  5. Former Indian cricket captain Sourav Ganguly has released a memoir which chronicles his achievements, disappointments and controversies. The BBC's Vikas Pandey spoke to him in Delhi.

    • India’s Record Across Formats Under Ganguly’s Captaincy
    • Personal Record During Captaincy
    • Most Famous Triumphs
    • Low Points
    • Standout Qualities as A Leader

    Belief alone wouldn’t have counted for much. In sport, results matter. Some might even argue that belief comes from results. Ganguly got a good partnership going with coach Wright, who had looked to professionalise the Indian set-up as soon as his stint began. Results and performances by youngsters shook up the established order and pushed Indian c...

    Ganguly often drew the opposition’s fire. He made himself a target so that his teammates could go out and do their best. This took a toll on his batting. His batting numbers as captain are lower in both Tests and ODIs. The planning, the meetings, the press conferences all took a toll on Ganguly and he also stopped bowling as much as he used to init...

    Beating Australia in India (2001): India stopped the Australian juggernaut and started off on a journey of their own. For Ganguly and his team, this is where it truly began. The confidence from this series win showed in their game and attitudes for years to come. 2002 Natwest series win: Two youngsters, Yuvraj Singh and Mohammed Kaif, brought into ...

    In 2005, there was a change of guard in the Indian team management as Greg Chappell took over from John Wright as coach. Ganguly was in the midst of a tough run with the bat and pressure was mounting on him. Chappell wanted more from the skipper and he demanded it. That didn’t go down very well with Ganguly, who had recommended Chappell for the job...

    “From keeping the opposing captain waiting at the toss to playing verbal and mental games, Ganguly was a master of the art of gamesmanship.” – Former Sri Lanka skipper Kumar Sangakarra “When you see an Indian side with Ganguly in the line-up. You know it’s game on. You don’t have to like or dislike him. You have to respect him.” – Former Australia ...

  6. Jul 8, 2024 · As a legendary cricketer and former captain of the Indian cricket team, Ganguly’s influence on the game is profound. His career is marked by significant milestones, both as a player and a...

  7. Feb 2, 2018 · One of India's most successful captains, Sourav Ganguly is regarded to have a major impact on Team India's attitude as his never-say-die attitude rubbed off on his teammates.