Sourav Ganguly Records & Statistics
Sourav Ganguly Records, Stats, Captaincy Record, Centuries & Career Achievements
Sourav Ganguly – The Prince of Kolkata
Sourav Ganguly is one of the most influential captains in Indian cricket history. Known as “Dada” and the “Prince of Kolkata”, Ganguly transformed the Indian team into a fearless and competitive unit during the early 2000s. He was a stylish left-handed batsman, an exceptional ODI opener, and one of India’s most successful captains.
Player Profile
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Full Name | Sourav Chandidas Ganguly |
| Born | 8 July 1972 |
| Birth Place | Kolkata, West Bengal, India |
| Country | India |
| Batting Style | Left-Hand Bat |
| Bowling Style | Right-Arm Medium |
| Role | Opening Batsman |
| ODI Debut | vs West Indies, 1992 |
| Test Debut | vs England, 1996 |
| International Career | 1992–2008 |
Career Statistics
Test Cricket
| Matches | Runs | Average | 100s | 50s | Highest Score |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 113 | 7,212 | 42.17 | 16 | 35 | 239 |
ODI Cricket
| Matches | Runs | Average | 100s | 50s | Highest Score |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 311 | 11,363 | 41.02 | 22 | 72 | 183 |
Ganguly remains one of India’s highest ODI run-scorers and one of the greatest ODI openers ever.
International Career Summary
| Matches | Runs | Wickets | Centuries |
|---|---|---|---|
| 424 | 18,575 | 132 | 38 |
He finished his international career with more than 18,500 runs and 38 international centuries.
Major Career Records
Century on Test Debut at Lord’s
England vs India (1996)
| Runs | Venue |
|---|---|
| 131 | Lord’s |
Ganguly became only the third player to score a century on Test debut at Lord’s, the Home of Cricket. He followed it with another century in his next Test innings.
One of India’s Greatest ODI Openers
Partnership with Sachin Tendulkar
| Partnership Runs | Wickets |
|---|---|
| 8,227 | Opening Pair |
The partnership between Ganguly and Sachin Tendulkar is one of the most successful opening partnerships in ODI history.
Captaincy Legacy
Architect of Modern Team India
When Ganguly became captain in 2000, Indian cricket was recovering from a difficult period. Under his leadership, India became a strong overseas competitor and developed future legends like:
- Virender Sehwag
- Yuvraj Singh
- Harbhajan Singh
- Zaheer Khan
- MS Dhoni
Many cricket experts credit Ganguly with building the foundation for India’s future success.
Captaincy Record
Test Cricket
| Matches | Wins | Win % |
|---|---|---|
| 49 | 21 | 42.85% |
ODI Cricket
| Matches | Wins |
|---|---|
| 146 | 76 |
At the time of his retirement, he was among India’s most successful captains in both formats.
ICC Tournament Records
ICC Cricket World Cup 2003
Tournament
| Runs | Average |
|---|---|
| 465 | 58.12 |
Ganguly captained India to the 2003 Cricket World Cup Final and finished as one of the tournament’s leading run-scorers.
ICC Champions Trophy Specialist
Ganguly holds the record for the most centuries in the ICC Champions Trophy, with three centuries in the tournament.
Famous Innings
183 vs Sri Lanka
One of the greatest ODI innings by an Indian batsman.
| Runs | Balls |
|---|---|
| 183 | 158 |
For many years, it remained the highest score by an Indian in World Cup cricket.
239 vs Pakistan
Highest Test Score
| Runs | Venue |
|---|---|
| 239 | Bengaluru |
His only Test double century showcased his ability to dominate quality bowling attacks.
NatWest Trophy Final 2002
Ganguly’s iconic shirt-waving celebration at Lord’s after India’s victory over England became one of cricket’s most memorable moments.
Awards & Honors
- Padma Shri (2004)
- Arjuna Award (1997)
- Wisden’s Top ODI Cricketers List
- Former President of the Board of Control for Cricket in India (2019–2022)
IPL Career
IPL Statistics
| Matches | Runs | Centuries |
|---|---|---|
| 59 | 1,349 | 0 |
IPL Teams
- Kolkata Knight Riders
- Pune Warriors India
He was the first captain of Kolkata Knight Riders in the IPL.
Interesting Facts
Unique Records
- 18,575 international runs.
- 38 international centuries.
- 22 ODI centuries.
- 100+ international wickets.
- Century on Test debut at Lord’s.
- Most ICC Champions Trophy centuries (3).
Fan Legacy
Among Indian fans, Ganguly is remembered as the captain who taught India to compete aggressively overseas and challenge the world’s best teams without fear.
Administrative Career
After retirement, Ganguly held several important roles:
- President of the Cricket Association of Bengal.
- President of the BCCI (2019–2022).
- Cricket commentator and analyst.
Why Sourav Ganguly Is Special
Ganguly’s legacy extends beyond statistics.
✅ Revolutionary captaincy
✅ World-class ODI opener
✅ 18,000+ international runs
✅ Builder of modern Team India
✅ Inspirational leader
Many historians consider him one of the most important figures in Indian cricket history because of his role in transforming India’s mindset and culture.
Career Highlights
| Achievement | Record |
|---|---|
| International Runs | 18,575 |
| International Centuries | 38 |
| ODI Runs | 11,363 |
| Test Runs | 7,212 |
| ODI Centuries | 22 |
| Test Centuries | 16 |
| International Wickets | 132 |
FAQs
Why is Sourav Ganguly called Dada?
“Dada” means elder brother in Bengali and became his popular nickname among fans and teammates.
How many international runs did Sourav Ganguly score?
He scored 18,575 international runs across Tests and ODIs.
How many centuries did Sourav Ganguly score?
He scored 38 international centuries (16 Tests and 22 ODIs).
What was Sourav Ganguly’s highest Test score?
His highest Test score was 239 against Pakistan in Bengaluru.
Why is Sourav Ganguly considered a great captain?
Because he rebuilt Indian cricket, backed young players, improved India’s overseas performances, and led India to the 2003 World Cup Final.