“I will not be able to take part because…”- Saurav Ganguly gives reason for skipping Legends League Cricket
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The Legends Cricket League that will saw the legends of the sport entering the field again, is aimed to celebrate the 75th Azadi ka Amrit Mahotsav with the donation to be give to Kapil Dav’s Khushii Foundation (for supporting girl child and their education). The match will take place on September 16, 2022 at the Eden Gardens Stadium in Kolkata.
But former India skipper and the Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) President Saurav Ganguly, who was to captain the India side won’t be there. He stated his reason that due to his professional commitments and continuous work with the cricket administration, he won’t be able to take part in the game. However, he will be extending all his support to the two teams with his presence at the venue. The Indian Maharajas is scheduled to clash against the World XI.
“I will be there at the Eden Gardens watching the match”- Saurav Ganguly
“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,” said Ganguly.
“We respect Saurav’s decision and Legends League Cricket is here to celebrate the greatness of these cricketing greats in the best possible manner. And we are glad that Sourav even if he is not playing, will be an intrinsic part of this benefit match with his presence to cheer the Legends when they take field for the cause on September 16,2022,” said Raman Raheja, CEO and Co-Founder Legends League Cricket.
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