Sourav Ganguly thanks ICC, Jay Shah for inducting him in Hall of Fame, says it is a huge honour
New Delhi, July 8
Former India captain Sourav Ganguly on Wednesday said that it's a huge honour to be inducted into the Hall of Fame and expressed his gratitude to the ICC and Chairman Jay Shah.
In a post on X, Ganguly said it is amazing to be part of some great names. "Thank you ICC and Chairman Jay shah @JayShah for inducting me in the hall of fame .. it's a huge honour ..One of the 10 Indians to be inducted in the hall of fame ever .. Amazing to be a part of some great names .. @bcci," Ganguly said in a post on X.
The move coincided with Ganguly's 54th birthday. ICC is yet to make an announcement about the decision.
The ICC Hall of Fame celebrates the extraordinary achievements of cricketing legends who have shaped the sport's rich and vibrant history. Players are eligible for induction only five years after their final international appearance.
The ICC Hall of Fame was launched in January 2009 as part of the ICC's centenary celebrations and has since celebrated the greatest players to have graced the game.
Ganguly took over the captaincy during one of the most turbulent phases in Indian cricket.
The left-handed batter transformed the team's mindset, instilling aggression, self-belief and the confidence to compete overseas.
Known as the "God of Offside" for his elegant strokeplay through the cover region, Ganguly amassed 18,575 international runs in 424 matches, including 38 centuries and 107 half-centuries. He scored 7,212 runs in 113 Tests and 11,363 runs in 311 One-Day Internationals, making him one of India's greatest batters across formats.
As captain, Ganguly led India in 196 international matches, winning 97. His tenure featured several landmark achievements, including the famous 2001 Border-Gavaskar Trophy triumph over Steve Waugh's all-conquering Australia, India's maiden Test series victory in Pakistan in 2004, and appearances in the finals of the 2000 ICC KnockOut Trophy and the 2003 ICC Cricket World Cup.
Equally significant was his role in nurturing a generation of cricketers who would shape Indian cricket for years to come. Ganguly placed his faith in young talents such as MS Dhoni, Yuvraj Singh, Harbhajan Singh, Zaheer Khan, Irfan Pathan, Gautam Gambhir and Sehwag himself, many of whom went on to become match-winners and key figures in India's ICC title-winning campaigns.
— ANI
Reader Comments
No doubt about Dada's contribution. But I hope the ICC is transparent about the selection process. With Jay Shah as BCCI secretary and ICC chairman, some might question if there was any favoritism here. Still, Ganguly's stats and legacy speak for themselves.
What a birthday gift! Dada made us believe we could win. That 2001 series against Australia at Eden Gardens will never be forgotten. Emotional scenes when he waved his shirt at Lord's! Absolute legend. Happy Birthday, Sourav! 🎉👏
As a cricket fan from abroad, I've always admired Ganguly's leadership. He didn't just produce results on the field but built a team culture that lasted. Dhoni, Yuvraj, Harbhajan—all products of his faith in youth. A true legend of the game.
It's amazing to see Dada get this recognition. From being thrown into captaincy during match-fixing crisis to becoming one of India's most successful captains, his journey is inspiring. And that cover drive... pure poetry! ❤️
Only 10 Indians in Hall of Fame? That's surprising given how many legends we've produced. But Ganguly definitely belongs there. He may not have the highest average, but his impact on Indian cricket is immeasurable. Maybe next we'll see Dravid and Kumble get in too?
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