Sourav Ganguly all set to become BCCI chief

Mumbai: The Indian cricket fans were delighted as news broke out that former India skipper Sourav Ganguly is set to become the new BCCI president. As per reports, Ganguly was unanimously nominated for the position by BCCI members, has admitted that it will be a challenge for him to look after the "biggest organisation" in the cricket world.

Speaking on the development, Ganguly said that his first priority will be to monitor domestic cricket and the focus mostly will be on Ranji Trophy.

“My first priority will be to look after first-class cricketers. I had requested to the CoA and they have not listened. Ranji Trophy cricket will be the focus. To take care of cricketers’ financial interest,” the former India skipper was quoted by India Today as saying.

He further stated that he is happy with the appointment and plans to do something big for Indian cricket.

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“I am happy with the appointment because this is the time when BCCI’s image has got hampered and it’s a great opportunity for me to do something. Whether you are elected unopposed or otherwise, it’s a big responsibility because it is the biggest organization in the world of cricket. India is a powerhouse. It will be a challenge,” he said.

However, Ganguly still feels that leading the Indian team will always remain the best accomplishment of his life. “Nothing can beat being India captain. I never thought I would be President,” was Ganguly’s response on being asked to compare his emotions now and when he had become India captain.

Information also surfaced that Gujarat’s Jay Shah, son of Union Home Minister, Amit Shah would be the new BCCI Secretary and Himachal Pradesh CA’s Arun Singh Dhumal, brother of Anurag Thakur, the BCCI Treasurer.

However, the appointment of the 47-year-old will be a short one as he will have to go in for a cooling off period from July 2020 under the new rules.

The former Indian skipper has been holding posts in Cricket Association of Bengal (CAB) for the past five years where he currently serves as president.

According to the new BCCI rules, an administrator can only serve six years at a trot.

"That's the rule. So we will have to deal with it. My first priority will be to look after first class cricketers," said Ganguly.

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