In what can only be called a sudden twist, Sourav Ganguly has emerged as the most favoured choice to become the next BCCI president.
It’s really a very good morning. Indian cricket will be in good hands in the coming years as our Dada is set to become the new president of BCCI. A man who displayed valour during his playing career is back & how🔥!The most admired person that I dearly wanted. #SouravGanguly pic.twitter.com/QqQomsgcBT
— Sourav Biswas (@imSrv_18) October 14, 2019
As per a report from Times of India, today was the last day to file nomination but Ganguly doesn’t have any opposition.
Many congratulations new #BCCIPresident #SouravGanguly.
— Ksheera Sagar (@urstrulyKsheera) October 14, 2019
The best man got the best job to do.
Ganguly inspiration to millions of hearts. pic.twitter.com/VvoFcGaJIp
It is noteworthy that Ganguly is currently the president of Cricket Association of Bengal (CAB) and will have to go into a compulsory cooling off period before joining the post as the BCCI head.
Congratulations #SouravGanguly to be appointed as the new BCCI chief. Brijesh Patel will be new IPL Chief. pic.twitter.com/CoxAj8uIlg
— Natin Singh (@natin_singh7) October 14, 2019
#SouravGanguly took Captaincy whn Indian Cricket was in match fixing scandal.He united Team India & convinced India could win overseas&New Era of Indian Cricket Started.Lost Captaincy&place in Playing 11.Returned back 2 d team.Retired like a Legend. Now d King of Indian Cricket pic.twitter.com/1zSZFm7rzD
— Tamal Datta (@TamalDa12168642) October 14, 2019
As for other posts, Home Minister Amit Shah’s son Jay Shah is likely to become the new secretary, while former BCCI president Anurag Thakur’s brother Arun Dhumal will be the new treasurer.