Sourav Ganguly, the current President of Cricket Association of Bengal is celebrating his 46th birthday today. Ganguly was one of India’s finest batsmen and a fearless captain. He was famous by the name of ‘Dada’ and also known for his drives on the off-side. Rahul Dravid once said, “On the offside, first there is God, then Sourav Ganguly!” which explains his accuracy. On the occasion of his birthday many cricketing legends like Virender Sehwag, VVS Laxman have wished him.

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Ganguly is the third highest run-scorer for India with 18,575 runs to his name. He holds the record for scoring India’s highest individual score, of 183 runs, at a World Cup. As a captain, Ganguly is also India’s most successful skipper overseas. He also led India to the final of the 2003 World Cup and made news for hoisting his shirt after beating England in a thriller to win the Nat West Trophy.