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Sourav Ganguly returns as CAB president after a six-year gap, succeeding his brother Snehasish. His priorities include restoring Eden Gardens' capacity to one lakh and developing a state-of-the-art academy in Dumurjala. Eden Gardens will host the opening Test against South Africa and potentially a 2026 T20 World Cup semifinal. The CAB also increased its development fund for districts.

Sourav Ganguly dismissed the India-Pakistan Asia Cup clash as one-sided, preferring to watch the Manchester derby. He cited a decline in Pakistan's team quality, stating the match no longer holds the competitive edge it once did. Ganguly also addressed the handshake controversy, emphasizing the need to end terrorism globally while deflecting questions about the players' actions to Suryakumar Yadav.

Sourav Ganguly praised India captain Suryakumar Yadav's decision to not shake hands with Pakistan players during the Asia Cup 2025 fixture. India skipper snubbed handshakes with his Pakistan counterpart and dedicated the win to Pahalgam terrorist attack victims.

Sourav Ganguly will take on the role of head coach of Pretoria Capitals in the upcoming SA20 season. Speaking to the media on Friday, League Commissioner Graeme Smith welcomed Dada to South Africa and explained why no Indian players are part of this year's auction.

Sourav Ganguly, the former Indian captain, has been appointed as the head coach of the Pretoria Capitals, an SA20 franchise, for the 2026 season. This marks Ganguly's inaugural coaching role with a cricket team. The Centurion-based team confirmed the appointment following Jonathan Trott's departure, hoping Ganguly's leadership will bring a turnaround in their performance.