Sourav Ganguly is a legendary cricketer undoubtedly. He has made everyone amazed with his knocks and skills in the field. He has won the hearts of many people, not only in India but all over the world. If you are a fan of him, then have a look at these unknown facts about him, that is surely going to interest you.
1. In his initial cricketing days, Sourav Ganguly was a right-handed batsman but later, he transformed himself into a left-handed batsman.
2. He was named ‘PRINCE OF CALCUTTA’ by the former England cricketer, Geoffrey Boycott. But he was nicknamed as ‘MAHARAJ’ even before that, during his childhood by his father.
3. The player scored a century on Test debut. He was the third batsman in the world to score a century, on debut at Lord’s.
4. He had a concrete wicket and an indoor multi-gym at his home, for practice. After dropping out in 1992, he got a bowling machine and worked hard to enhance his skills.
5. The cricketer is a spiritual and religious person and practices fast every Tuesday.
