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Former India captain Sourav Ganguly is set to return unopposed as Cricket Association of Bengal president. His second term comes amid financial controversies and a focus on strengthening Bengal cricket.

Mithun Manhas, the former Delhi captain, is the leading candidate for BCCI president after discussions in New Delhi. The nomination deadline is Sunday, with elections on September 28. Raghuram Bhat of KSCA is expected to secure a position in the apex council, while Arun Dhumal is likely to remain as IPL chairman. Final decisions are anticipated after further discussions.

Sourav Ganguly dismissed the India-Pakistan Asia Cup clash as one-sided, preferring to watch the Manchester derby. He cited a decline in Pakistan's team quality, stating the match no longer holds the competitive edge it once did. Ganguly also addressed the handshake controversy, emphasizing the need to end terrorism globally while deflecting questions about the players' actions to Suryakumar Yadav.

Sourav Ganguly and Harbhajan Singh are set to attend the BCCI's Annual General Meeting on September 28, representing CAB and PCA, respectively. The meeting's main agenda includes electing key office-bearers like the President, Vice-President, Secretary, and Treasurer. Nominations are open from September 20-21, with elections following on the 28th this month.

Sourav Ganguly, the former Indian captain, has been appointed as the head coach of the Pretoria Capitals, an SA20 franchise, for the 2026 season. This marks Ganguly's inaugural coaching role with a cricket team. The Centurion-based team confirmed the appointment following Jonathan Trott's departure, hoping Ganguly's leadership will bring a turnaround in their performance.