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''Absolute champion'' Mohammed Shami not being neglected, asserts Sourav Ganguly

Sourav Ganguly stated Mohammed Shami is not neglected by selectors and remains an absolute champion. Shami has consistently performed well in domestic cricket while awaiting national team selection. Ganguly believes it is too early to predict Shami's chances for the 2027 ODI World Cup. He also praised Ishan Kishan's Duleep…

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Reliance-owned JioStar’s Bigg Boss bags 95+ advertisers in 6-language play

Reliance-owned JioStar’s Bigg Boss has attracted more than 95 advertisers across six language editions, spanning Hindi, Bangla, Tamil, Telugu, Kannada and Malayalam. National and regional advertisers feature across the franchise, with first-time advertisers accounting for over half of participation in southern markets and 70% in Hindi, as brands increase spending…

The Economic Times

Bigg Boss Bangla returns after a decade with Sourav Ganguly in charge: Meet all 15 confirmed contestants

Bigg Boss Bangla has returned after nearly a decade with its third season on Star Jalsha and JioHotstar. Former India cricket captain Sourav Ganguly hosts the Bengali reality show, which features 15 contestants including Monami Ghosh, Bharat Kaul, Durnibar Saha, Dipendu Biswas, Alexandra Taylor, Srijla Guha and Sonamoni Saha, alongside…

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Ashwin picks India's greatest-ever cricketer; makes surprise calls on Rohit Sharma , Virat Kohli, MS Dhoni

Ravichandran Ashwin selected Sachin Tendulkar as India's greatest cricketer. He placed Rohit Sharma and Virat Kohli in surprise matchups during the selection process. Ashwin chose Jasprit Bumrah over Virat Kohli in the quarterfinals. Sachin Tendulkar was ultimately crowned the winner of the selection. Tendulkar holds numerous batting records across all…

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Walk down memory lane: When Sourav Ganguly offered to quit because of April Fool's prank

Yuvraj Singh and Harbhajan Singh orchestrated a clever prank that had Sourav Ganguly worried enough to contemplate resigning as captain. The ruse, supported by Sachin Tendulkar and Rahul Dravid, added to the authenticity of the fake newspaper reports. While coach John Wright remained oblivious outside, the playful incident highlighted how…

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Sourav Ganguly, wife receives death threats; police begin probe

Former India cricket captain Sourav Ganguly has approached Kolkata Police after receiving letters threatening him and his wife Dona Ganguly. Police have launched an investigation, examining the letters, courier trail and a mobile number allegedly linked to the sender.

The Economic Times

Bigg Boss 20 teaser, release date out: Salman Khan refers to Karan Arjun to fuel Shah Rukh Khan mystery

Bigg Boss 20 teaser, release date out: Salman Khan has sparked nostalgia among 90s fans as JioHotstar unveiled the first teaser of Bigg Boss 20 and confirmed its September 6 premiere. The promo's Karan Arjun reference has fuelled speculation over the season's mystery theme, while fans decode hints about possible…

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Sourav Ganguly fostered strong team culture at Capitals: Keshav Maharaj

Pretoria Capitals captain Keshav Maharaj praised coach Sourav Ganguly for building a strong team culture. This leadership group was instrumental in their SA20 final appearance last season. The team focused on creating a positive atmosphere and bonding off the field. They begin their new campaign against Sunrisers Eastern Cape in…

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Does an actor really need to resemble the public figure he or she's playing?

Casting famous people for biopics sparks debate about likeness versus performance. Rajkummar Rao's portrayal of Sourav Ganguly raises questions about physical resemblance. While some argue for looking like the person, others prioritize acting skill. Avantika Akerkar emphasized performance over resemblance when playing Indira Gandhi. The discussion highlights how actors inhabit…

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Salman Khan to Sourav Ganguly: JioStar bets big on six Bigg Boss editions as festive battle for viewers heats up

JioStar will launch six Bigg Boss editions across India in September 2026. Salman Khan and Sourav Ganguly will host popular reality show versions. The franchise reached over 500 million viewers and generated significant engagement in 2025. This expansion marks the show's biggest multi-language rollout in its history. Brands participating in…

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Sourav Ganguly, Anjum Chopra inducted into ICC Hall of Fame

Sourav Ganguly and Anjum Chopra were inducted into the ICC Hall of Fame. Former England captain Kevin Pietersen also joined them in the prestigious list. ICC Chairman Jay Shah praised their significant contributions to the sport. Ganguly expressed his honor and cherished this recognition from the game. Chopra also felt…

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Sourav Ganguly inducted into ICC's Hall of Fame

Sourav Ganguly was inducted into the ICC Hall of Fame, joining eleven other Indian cricketers on his 54th birthday. Ganguly's captaincy rebuilt the Indian team after a match-fixing crisis. He played 113 Tests and 311 One-Day Internationals for India. After retiring, Ganguly served as BCCI president and now leads CAB.

The Economic Times

Ganguly 'surprised' by India's slump, stays mum on Sanju Samson omission

Sourav Ganguly expressed surprise at India's recent white-ball slump and backed the team to recover. He declined to comment on Sanju Samson's omission from the playing XI. Ganguly also praised Argentina's comeback win in the FIFA World Cup. The former captain's biopic poster was launched on his birthday. He celebrated…

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Dada Biopic Poster Revealed: Rajkummar Rao Transforms Into Sourav Ganguly in Biopic

The makers decided to release Rajkummar Rao's first look from Dada on a symbolic date for the actor, July 8, 2026, which is Sourav Ganguly's birthday. The poster depicts the iconic Lord's "shirt-waving" moment, which became a defining feature of Indian cricket history as the Indians were strong in displaying…

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Sourav Ganguly makes police complaint over defamatory posts on social media

Former India cricket captain Sourav Ganguly has lodged a complaint with the police. He alleges a Facebook page with millions of followers is circulating defamatory and misleading content. Ganguly stated the posts aim to damage his reputation. He requested immediate action against the page operators. The police are examining the…

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"We should let him be, he's only 15": Ganguly urges patience with Sooryavanshi after India call-up

Former India captain Sourav Ganguly has urged cricket fans and experts to give 15-year-old batting prodigy Vaibhav Sooryavanshi time and space to grow after his historic India call-up.

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Sourav Ganguly's security downgraded: Why did former India captain lose his Z category cover?

Sourav Ganguly's security cover has been reduced by the West Bengal government. The state's security wing reassessed his security needs and threat perception. Ganguly's protection was previously upgraded to Z category. The latest review has scaled back the enhanced security. This move is part of a wider review of VIP…

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Did Arnab really spare the BJP on India-Pak match after Op Sindoor?

India vs Pakistan is always billed as the match of the year. Stadiums sell out, fans go berserk, broadcasters rake in money. But this time, the frenzy is less about cricket and more about politics.

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How Shubman Gill’s time in south Wales prepared him for India captaincy success

India’s young captain is leading the way with the bat against England after impressing during a 2022 County Championship spell with Glamorgan

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'Most improved batter, out of this world': Shreyas Iyer is talk of the town

To say that Shreyas Iyer has rediscovered himself will be an understatement, considering his recent stints with the bat, especially in white-ball cricket. Besides the runs he continues to score, it's the ease of batting that has stood out in his knocks of late.

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ICC cricket committee to decide on World Test Championship revamp in April meeting

The 16-member Cricket Committee is headed by former Indian captain Sourav Ganguly and includes former cricketers VVS Laxman, Daniel Vettori, Mahela Jayawardene, and Shaun Pollock, among others. Read further on Dynamite News:

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Axar Patel is like a big brother ... Delhi Capitals will win trophy this year: Abishek Porel

NEW DELHI: Delhi Capitals have pressed the reset button ahead of the 2025 edition of the Indian Premier League and will have a new captain, and plenty of fresh faces, from the upcoming season. Wicketkeeper-batter Abishek Porel believes that Delhi Capitals' long wait for the title will finally end under…

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Shah Rukh Khan on Gautam Gambhir's KKR return: 'Never thought he left us'

NEW DELHI: Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) team owner and Bollywood superstar Shah Rukh Khan shared that he never truly felt Gautam Gambhir had left the franchise, even before his official return as mentor ahead of the 2024 Indian Premier League (IPL) season.

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Champions Trophy: Sourav Ganguly on why KL Rahul was preferred over Rishabh Pant

NEW DELHI: Former India captain Sourav Ganguly believes KL Rahul's "fantastic numbers" in ODIs may have given him the edge over Rishabh Pant as India's first-choice wicketkeeper-batter in the ongoing Champions Trophy.

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Rajkummar Rao to portray Sourav Ganguly in biopic, Ex-India skipper confirms

Former Indian cricket team captain Sourav Ganguly opened up about his biopic and shared that Bollywood actor Rajkummar Rao will portray him in the film. Read further on Dynamite News:

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