Sourav Ganguly, known as 'dada,' is one of the most influential players in Indian cricket history.

Ganguly revolutionized cricket in India as both a player and captain.

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He played 113 Tests and 311 ODIs, scoring 7,212 and 11,363 runs respectively.

Ganguly holds several records, including being the highest debutant Test run-scorer at Lord's.

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He is the only player to win four consecutive Man of the Match awards in ODIs.

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Ganguly posted his highest ODI score of 183 runs in the 1999 World Cup.

He formed ODI cricket's first-ever 300-run partnership with Rahul Dravid.

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Ganguly scored seven centuries in a calendar year, the second-highest after Sachin Tendulkar.

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Ganguly's captaincy transformed Indian cricket, leading to notable victories and nurturing young talents.

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