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He is truly a bossman — commanding in presence, full of energy, and razor-sharp in his cricketing observations. Whether it’s his keen eye for talent or his instinct for leadership, Sourav Ganguly remains as engaged and influential in Indian cricket today as he was during his reign as captain. Attentive, smart, alert, and deeply rooted in the game’s nuances, Ganguly continues to shape the narrative from behind the scenes.
Arguably one of the most powerful and transformative captains India has seen, Ganguly built a reputation for backing young talent and thinking boldly. That legacy continues in his assessment of the current Indian batting line-up, which he believes carries tremendous potential.
“There’s a lot of promise in this group,” Ganguly said, speaking to CricBlogger inside the Cricket Association of Bengal office. “KL Rahul, Yashasvi Jaiswal, Sai Sudharsan, Shubman Gill, Rishabh Pant, and Ravindra Jadeja — they are all very good. They have good technique as well to play swing bowling.”
Coming from someone who laid the foundation for India’s fearless brand of cricket in the early 2000s, Ganguly’s endorsement is significant. It reflects not only his confidence in the current crop but also his belief that the next era of Indian batting might already be taking shape — bold, talented, and ready to take on the world.
At a time when the team is trailing in England and questions are being raised about consistency and composure, these words from Ganguly should mean the world to the Indian dressing room. After all, Ganguly isn’t just a former captain — he is widely regarded as one of the godfathers of modern Indian cricket, known for his uncanny ability to spot and nurture talent when others hesitated.
“This India Test team truly has the potential, and I am confident they will take Indian cricket forward,” Ganguly said, nodding with quiet assurance during a brief conversation.
Getting an assurance from Ganguly — under whose leadership several Indian cricketers went on to play over 100 Test matches — is no small thing. It offers not just hope, but a reminder of his unmatched eye for long-term potential. For Indian fans, it’s a signal to stay calm and trust the process.
With Gill beginning to grow into a leadership role and a new generation of talent emerging around him, there’s a quiet rebuild underway. Ganguly’s confidence suggests that the foundation is strong — and that this team, despite setbacks, is moving in the right direction. All that’s needed now is patience, positivity, and belief in the fight these young players are putting up to shape the future of Indian Test cricket.
The question is delivering on the promise, consistently…