A charismatic batsman, a diligent and a fearless leader, a cricketer who wore his heart on his sleeve, Sourav Ganguly is undoubtedly India's true 'Dada'. Born on July 8, 1972, Ganguly hails from Kolkata, Bengal and since he bursting onto the scene with his ODI debut for India in 1992, Ganguly ensured that he left no stone unturned in a glorious career. Since then, the southpaw has always delivered on field with his performances till he retired in October, 2008. Ganguly led a side which consisted of India's greatest and with them he created a new evolution in Indian cricket. His tenure as captain has to be one of the greatest periods in Indian cricket history where he led India to various victories around the world. Dada, as fondly known by all, has played 113 Tests which includes 16 centuries along with a double ton. He is also amongst the few Indian cricketers who have crossed the 10K run-mark in One Day cricket. He has 22 ODI centuries to his name. The 2002 NatWest series against England at Lord's will one of the most memorable victories for Ganguly when he took off and flung his jersey around in glee at the Lord's stands. Post-retirement, Ganguly has been at the helm of cricketing affairs for Bengal and is currently the president of the Cricket Association of Bengal. He was also awarded the Padma Shri, the fourth highest civilian award in India in 2004.
Read MoreThe decision to conduct an angioplasty was taken after noted cardiologist Devi Shetty went through reports of tests conducted on Ganguly and consulted doctors treating him at the hospital.
The former Team India captain, hospitalised on Wednesday for the second time in a month, was likely to undergo angiography, and doctors would subsequently decide if another stent insertion was necessary.
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Ganguly felt "dizzy and slight discomfort in the chest" as he was rushed to a private hospital in the Salt Lake area near Kolkata for further diagnosis
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BCCI President Sourav Ganguly was discharged from the hospital on Thursday, nearly a week after being admitted due to a mild heart attack.
Kolkata's Woodlands Hospital confirms in its latest press statement that the BCCI president will be discharged today after Ganguly decided to extend his stay by a day on Wednesday.
ourav Ganguly will now be discharged on Thursday, the Woodlands Hospital has stated in its latest medical bulletin.
BCCI President Sourav Ganguly to be discharged from the hospital tomorrow, will be monitored at home on a daily basis, says Dr Rupali Basu.
Ganguly had suffered a "mild" heart attack on Saturday. He was diagnosed with three blocked coronary arteries, following which a stent was inserted in one to remove the blockage.
A nine-member board of senior doctors discussed Ganguly's condition on Monday and reached a consensus that though necessary, angioplasty can be deferred to a later date as he is stable, Woodlands Hospital MD and CEO Dr Rupali Basu said.
Ganguly on Saturday morning suffered dizziness and a sudden blackout following mild chest pain after a workout session at his Behala residence here.
A medical board of nine members met at 11.30 a.m. to discuss further treatment plan along with his family members.
Ganguly, 48, had to undergo a quick 'primary angioplasty' to clear a blocked coronary artery.
Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Sunday spoke to BCCI president and former India captain Sourav Ganguly, who underwent angioplasty after a "mild" heart attack.
The BCCI president has tested negative for COVID-19 in his latest health update and is to undergo ECG (electrocardiogram) test on Sunday morning after being admitted to a hospital in Kolkata following complain of chest pain.
Ganguly is conscious and his condition is being monitored. He was diagnosed with three blocked coronary arteries after which a stent was inserted in one to remove the blockage, Dr Saroj Mandal, whose team performed the procedure at private Woodlands Hospital, said.
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