As Sourav Ganguly, one of India’s most revered cricket captains, approaches his 51st birthday on July 8, he took to social media to announce that he will be making a special announcement on this significant day. Known as ‘Dada,’ Ganguly shared a photo on his Facebook profile, capturing him in the act of writing something in his diary. The caption accompanying the post read, “You asked & it’s here! Announcing something special on my birthday, 8th July… stay tuned.”
Ganguly, who hails from Kolkata, is remembered for his exceptional leadership as the captain of the Indian cricket team. Under his guidance, India reached the finals of the 2003 ODI World Cup and emerged victorious in the 2002 Champions Trophy. During his captaincy, Ganguly nurtured the talents of future cricket greats such as Harbhajan Singh, Zaheer Khan, Virender Sehwag, and Yuvraj Singh.
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In addition to his illustrious cricketing career, Ganguly has remained in the spotlight due to his recent statement concerning the India vs. Pakistan fixture in the upcoming ODI World Cup 2023, which is scheduled to take place in India.
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While matches between India and Pakistan in World Cups often generate significant anticipation and hype, it is worth noting that India has maintained a flawless record against Pakistan in ODI encounters. However, their unbeaten streak came to an end during the T20 World Cup 2021, where India suffered a 10-wicket defeat to Pakistan in Dubai.
Speaking on Star Sports, Ganguly shared his perspective on the India-Pakistan rivalry, stating, “There is a lot of hype around this match, but the quality hasn’t been that good for a long time because India kept winning one-sided contests. Pakistan probably defeated India for the first time in the T20 World Cup in Dubai. India did not perform well in that tournament, but in my opinion, India vs. Australia tends to be a better contest in the World Cup due to the higher quality of cricket displayed.”
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As Ganguly’s birthday approaches, fans eagerly await his special announcement, curious to discover what the iconic cricketer has in store. Whether it is related to his personal endeavors or the world of cricket, enthusiasts are poised to celebrate and commemorate the achievements of this legendary figure in Indian cricket history.
