Sourav Ganguly

Sourav Ganguly

Athlete India

Sourav Ganguly, affectionately known as 'Dada,' is a former Indian cricketer and captain who is credited with transforming the Indian cricket team into a competitive force in international cricket. Renowned for his aggressive batting style and astute leadership, Ganguly led India to many significant victories, including a memorable series win in England. After retiring, he has remained influential in the sport as a commentator, cricket administrator, and the current president of the Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI).

Born on Jul 08, 1972 (53 years old)

Global Media Ratings
Dominance
0.01%
Persistence
3 wks
Reach
3,251,401
Power
6,769$
Sentiment
6.28
Countries Mentioned
Country Mentions Sentiment Dominance + Persistence x Population = Reach x GDP (millions) = Power
India 3 6.00 0.18% +30% 1,380,004,385 3,175,231 $2,900,000 6,673$
Pakistan 1 8.00 0.03% +0% 220,892,331 76,170 $280,000 97$
Totals 4 1,600,896,716 3,251,401 $3,180,000 6,770$
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Recent Mentions

India India: Former captain Sourav Ganguly offered a more measured perspective, saying, 'Sport must go on,' while also condemning terrorism. 5

The Times of India: 'I'm against India vs Pakistan, PM Modi saying Operation Sindoor is on pause’: Ex-India cricketer slams Asia Cup 2025 fixture | Cricket News

India India: Sourav Ganguly addressed the ongoing speculation surrounding Kohli’s retirement, emphasizing that it was Kohli's decision. 7

The Times of India: 'Virat Kohli felt it was time to go': Sourav Ganguly drops bombshell on his shocking Test retirement | Cricket News

India India: Former Indian cricket captain Sourav Ganguly has expressed openness to potentially coaching the Indian team while firmly rejecting any political aspirations ahead of the 2026 West Bengal assembly elections. 7

The Times of India: Next West Bengal CM or Team India head coach? Sourav Ganguly drops a massive hint | Cricket News

India India: The 2002 Leeds Test saw India score 628/8 declared, powered by centuries from Rahul Dravid (148), Sachin Tendulkar (193), and Sourav Ganguly (127). 8

The Times of India: India's highest Test totals in England: Can Shubman Gill's team break the record at Leeds? | Cricket News