Former Indian cricketer and ex-BCCI (Board Of Management for Cricket in India) president Sourav Ganguly reacts throughout a press convention on the BCCI headquarters in Mumbai, India. — Reuters/File
Former India captain and ex-BCCI president Sourav Ganguly has been appointed head coach of Pretoria Capitals, marking the previous India captain’s first enterprise into teaching, South Africa’s SA20 franchise mentioned.
The 53-year-old succeeds former England batter Jonathan Trott, whereas former South Africa all-rounder Shaun Pollock takes on the function of assistant coach.
“The prince is all set to bring a royal flair to the Capitals camp! We are ecstatic to announce Sourav Ganguly as our new head coach,” Pretoria Capitals posted on social media on Sunday.
Ganguly, who retired from worldwide cricket in 2008, transitioned from his taking part in profession to cricket administration, serving as president of the Board of Management for Cricket (BCCI) in India from 2019 to 2022.
The previous left-handed batter additionally beforehand served as a mentor for Indian Premier League franchise Delhi Capitals.
Whereas he has held advisory positions earlier than, this appointment marks the primary time Ganguly will take full cost of a training employees. His first task will probably be overseeing the SA20 participant public sale on September 9.
Pretoria Capitals, runners-up within the inaugural SA20 season in 2023, have struggled for consistency since then.
As well as, legendary South African quick bowler Shaun Pollock has been named assistant coach, becoming a member of Ganguly within the Capitals’ revamped teaching setup.
Notably, Ganguly replaces Jonathan Trott, who stepped down after a tough 2025 marketing campaign during which the Capitals managed solely two wins from ten matches.
It’s pertinent to say that the staff completed fifth in each 2024 and 2025, lacking out on the playoffs. Capitals have had a combined historical past within the SA20 since its starting. They topped the league desk within the inaugural version in 2023.
