Sourav Ganguly, the former Indian skipper who led the team in a period when they were struggling to make it big in world cricket. The man who introduced a different brand of cricket to India and taught them how to play with aggression. One of the most passionate captains Indian cricket has ever seen, the one who also inspired current skipper Virat Kohli. Ganguly aka Dada turns 45 and it was quite obvious that he will be the trend on Twitter on July 8. He may not have been playing on the field but his passion is even reflected from the commentary box.
Ganguly in his captaincy started a trend. He took India to new heights as they were in a transitional period at that time. He gave the foundation to the team and groomed many players who did well for the country. One of the most iconic moments of his career was when he removed his shirt at Lord’s after winning the Natwest Trophy 2002 as India created history by chasing down 326.
Dada scored 131 in his debut game and since then never looked back. He rose to fame and eventually was named the captain of the side. He led the team in such a way that they rose from 8th rank in Test rankings. When Ganguly left, India were on the second spot in the rankings. That’s the impact Ganguly has had on Team India.
#HappyBirthdayDada My alltime fav @SGanguly99 God of the offside, ODI batting legend, a captain who lifted the side from depths to glory pic.twitter.com/oQ0mZKZWLt
— Kaushik LM (@LMKMovieManiac) July 8, 2017
#HappyBirthdayDada @SGanguly99 A true legend of #cricket who gave us memorable moments. Prayers for your good health & best wishes. pic.twitter.com/tA9rjbGxY9
— Vijay Goel (@VijayGoelBJP) July 8, 2017
Wishing dearest @SGanguly99 many happy returns of the day lots of love dadi. pic.twitter.com/aayhy5VFWa
— yuvraj singh (@YUVSTRONG12) July 8, 2017
Wishes to the best Indian captain ever @SGanguly99 from all @PawanKalyan fans!#HappyBirthdayDada pic.twitter.com/b3zpdDzDLO
— Pawan Kalyan Trends™ (@TrendPSPK) July 7, 2017
Happy Birthday to The Legend The Best Captain
Heroism,Aggression, Attitude Only name #SouravGanguly @SGanguly99 #HappyBirthdayDada pic.twitter.com/nDoAG8tw24— JAI TEASER (@mdjavid111) July 8, 2017
Many many happy returns of the day dada! Hope you continue to show direction to #bengal cricket as always! @SGanguly99 #HappyBirthdayDada pic.twitter.com/hpptfaw10L
— Pragyan Ojha (@pragyanojha) July 7, 2017
Sourav Ganguly DADA on Beast Mode !!
3 SIXES – 3 LOST BALLS
(Out of Stadium)
1/2#HappyBirthdayDADA pic.twitter.com/etf9F7kPU0— SuRvIvA JERRI (@JerinTwitz) July 7, 2017
Happy Birthday @SGanguly99 . Thank you so much for the eternal memories which will always stay with us #HappyBirthdayDADA pic.twitter.com/QKN7czIB9K
— Vikas Shetty (@Ivikasshetty) July 7, 2017
When @SGanguly99 took over captaincy in 2000 India’s test ranking was 8th & when he left captaincy ranking was 2nd #HappyBirthdayDada pic.twitter.com/PHbRdsb174
— Mahesh Fan Forever (@Bharath_7kumar) July 7, 2017
Miss you #Dada… #HappyBirthdayDada pic.twitter.com/gOrkaEdUu6
— Sathyan G (@Iam_Sathyan) July 8, 2017
Many cricket experts give Ganguly the credit that he taught India to be formidable while playing away from their home. His advanced shot, dancing down the track and humiliating spinners is a joy to watch even now.
From making Waugh wait for him at the toss, to opening his jersey at the Lord’s balcony, there’s nothing he can’t do.#HappyBirthdayDada
— Yash Agarwalla (@Yashagarwalla) July 8, 2017
#HappyBirthdayDada The most aggressive Indian captain! Never gonna be another one like you. miss those beautiful offside drives. @SGanguly99 pic.twitter.com/qogfNPlO7q
— Priyank (@dypriyank) July 8, 2017
Captain. Leader. Legend.#HappyBirthdayDada pic.twitter.com/MconDxevvd
— Jon Snow (@iam_vishalsingh) July 8, 2017
Happy birthday dada . .. youare one of the successful captain of india. . we love you@SGanguly99 #HappyBirthdayDada pic.twitter.com/5dW38lgGzv
— rajgade (@gaderaj35) July 8, 2017
#HappyBirthdayDADA
HE IZ A LEGEND. U Forever @SGanguly99 pic.twitter.com/rmZ6qi52MB— Big Boss_ Nandamuri (@JAI_NTR_NBK) July 8, 2017
King of OffSide #Ganguly #HappyBirthdayDada pic.twitter.com/bfkCx8UwDS
— Billa sasi (@sasist54) July 8, 2017
#HappyBirthdayDada
The only man who made us believe that we are top side and bringing all new talents frm sehwag including MSD
Real Bahubali pic.twitter.com/xMsvRgrB6L— Mogambo(@UberHandle) July 7, 2017
Some feelings can not be expressed in words. This picture proves what Dada means to us.#HappyBirthdayDada pic.twitter.com/5qSsURxC9N
— Shashank Singh (@RccShashank) July 8, 2017
India’s best captain ever #HappyBirthdayDada pic.twitter.com/aG9WlozYBQ
— சூனா பானா (@SoonaaPaanaa) July 8, 2017
#HappyBirthdayDada world best openers pic.twitter.com/jtcp1sRJdH
— karthikeyan (@karthikeyani161) July 8, 2017
Once he got going it was tough for the opposition to take control. Sourav Ganguly and Sachin Tendulkar formed one of the most dangerous opening pairs of all time.
