- Sourav Ganguly smashes 132 runs off just 68 deliveries.
- Ganguly entertains fans with trademark off-side strokeplay.
- Fans relive childhood memories watching Ganguly bat again.
Sourav Ganguly, a former captain of the Indian cricket team, turned back time in a viral gully cricket movie by scoring 132 runs off just 68 balls with some stunning strokes.
During the gully cricket tournament, Ganguly, who was renowned for his beautiful off-side strokes, displayed his batting skills and even hit a few of his signature sixes right down the line. The 53-year-old appeared totally relaxed, and social media enthusiasts praised his batting, leaving the internet in disbelief.
It was possible for Ganguly to be dismissed once during the video since he was given two ‘lives’. After reaching his half-century in 33 balls, he lost his first ‘life’ at 75. However, it took him 58 deliveries to reach his century. The wicketkeeper encouraged Ganguly to replicate his famous Lord’s celebration after his century. He finished his knock on 132, nevertheless, with a positive attitude.
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Sourav Ganguly rolls back the years in viral gully cricket knock
Ganguly’s enthusiasm throughout the game added to the clip’s enjoyment. He was making a joke in between deliveries, tossing in playful sledges, and conversing with fielders and bowlers all the while. It reminded me of the fiery, flamboyant captain that Indian supporters used to adore.
By the time he edged one behind to conclude the innings at 132, the outcome was barely significant. Millions of admirers have already embarked on a nostalgic journey with the video.
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Sourav Ganguly was more than simply a skipper and a fashionable left-handed batsman to an entire generation of Indian cricket fans. He was a sensation. At a period when Indian cricket was still figuring out how to stand strong abroad, he represented a bold India.
Every kid from the 90s who rushed home from school to watch cricket remembers Ganguly, with his raised collar, his effortless cover drives, his sixes over extra cover, and, above all, that fire in his eyes whenever India walked onto the field.
As he batted again in a simple gully cricket match, fans were reminded of why he is so important to Indian cricket. It felt as if childhood memories had come alive once more for a few moments.
