Former captain of Team India and the current president of the BCCI, Sourav Ganguly decided not to participate as a player in the upcoming Legends League Cricket Benefit Match, which will be held at Eden Gardens, Kolkata, on September 16. Ganguly stated that he will extend his support to Indian Maharajahs which will take on World XI in this game.
In his letter addressed to the league, Ganguly wrote, “I would like to convey my best wishes for your Legends League initiative. It’s a wonderful idea of bringing retired cricketers back on the cricket field and engaging with fans across generations. I am thankful to you for offering me an opportunity to play in the one-off Legends League game at the Eden Gardens stadium in Kolkata on the September 16, 2022.”
“However due to my professional commitments and continuous work with cricket administration, I will not be able to take part in this game. I am sure the fans are eagerly looking forward to this league and there will be large crowds at the stadium. The league is bringing together the stalwarts of the game and I am sure there will be exciting cricket on display. I will be there at the Eden Gardens Stadium watching the match,” he further added.
