Sourav Ganguly: “More than the men’s team...”: Sourav Ganguly lauds significant increase in women’s cricket in India | Cricket news

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New Delhi: Former captain Sourav Ganguly She praised the significant growth achieved by women’s cricket in India, stressing that it may have surpassed the progress seen by the men’s team since 2019.
Ganguly pointed out the key factors, including establishment Women’s Premier Leaguethe presence of stellar talents such as Harmanpreet Kaur And Smriti MandhanaAnd the team’s commendable performance on the world stage.

“The progress women’s cricket in India has made since 2019 is probably more than just the men’s team. The men’s team has always been very good,” Ganguly said, highlighting the team’s journey from winning the Asia Cup to its outstanding performances in the world. Trophies and securing a runner-up spot at the 2022 Commonwealth Games.

Ganguly praised the individual players, acknowledging the amazing growth of stars like Harmanpreet, Smriti, Richa, Jemimah and Shafali. The former captain also acknowledged the crucial role he played Renuka Singh Thakura young man who rose to the next occasion Golan Goswamithe retirement.

“When Jhulan (Goswami) finished, we thought where will the next seamer come from, and then Renuka (Singh) Thakur has developed over the last three years. So, this is the best thing in women’s cricket,” Ganguly said, emphasizing the positive trend in nurturing new talent. .

In his role as Delhi Capitals’ Director of Cricket, Ganguly expressed satisfaction with the team’s strategic moves in the recent Women’s Super League auction.

He highlighted the importance of getting players like Ashwani Kumari, praising her dual abilities of power batting and effective bowling. Ganguly also discussed the wise decision taken by the team to secure the backup wicket-keeper and acquire the Australian cricketer. Annabelle Sutherland For Rs 2 crore in the player auction.
As women’s cricket continues on its upward trajectory, Ganguly’s remarks underscore the growing influence and importance of the sport in India, paving the way for a bright future.

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(With inputs from PTI)

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