KKR have no issues with Sourav Ganguly’s role at Delhi Capitals, says CEO Venky Mysore

Former Indian skipper, Sourav Ganguly, has been the talk of the town lately for his dual role of Cricket Association of Bengal President and Delhi Capitals’ advisor. The ‘Prince of Kolkata’ is one of the finest cricketers to have represented India, but his inclusion in the Delhi Capitals’ side has infuriated a lot of fans from his hometown. This move may have attracted a lot of condemnation but KKR CEO, Venky Mysore has said that the team ‘has no issues at all’.  

The CAB Chief – Ganguly is currently facing conflict of interest charges and will be a ‘visitor’, who may be seen sitting in the Delhi Capitals dugout when they cross swords with KKR in their upcoming IPL encounter on Friday at Eden Gardens. Delhi Capitals emerged victorious in the previous encounter of this season, which also ended in a super over. 

Delhi Capitals have an intimidating pace attack with Kagiso Rabada being the spearhead; their bowling has been one of the positives so far. A few KKR fans have alleged that Ganguly might influence the nature of the pitch, which could bring DC’s pacers into play, but KKR are not suspicious. Mysore cleared the air and spoke highly about Ganguly, he was quoted in a report from PTI saying, “He is a thorough professional. He knows how to do his duties well. He’s fully supportive of what we are doing. We have no issues at all.”

Venky Mysore is also impressed by KKR Skipper Dinesh Karthik’s dedication and captaincy and said he should be on the flight to England for the World Cup. 

“I can’t imagine a World Cup squad without him. The role he plays is such a difficult one and as a keeper as well. The attitude he brings in to the team is amazing,” Mysore quipped.

Karthik was their top-scorer last season but hasn’t weaved similar magic in five innings so far. With just 91 in five innings at a modest average of 22.75, Karthik has not pushed his case for the World Cup squad so far, but Mysore said his focus is KKR at the moment.

“For him, I know, the focus is KKR. We are taking one game at a time, win that game and get into the playoffs and be in contention. That’s his focus. I don’t think he will be thinking about the World Cup selection at the moment. I don’t think there’s any added pressure on him at all. He’s been playing cricket -- for India -- for a long time. He’s played under most difficult pressure situations and still come winning. I am sure he will continue to contribute in that fashion. There are only 15 people who can go to the World Cup,” Mysore added. 

“We were a bit unlucky with injuries. We needed to bolster our back-up and increase the size of the squad. We worked very hard this time in this auction. Winning championship is very difficult. There are teams who have still not won it. It does not mean they are not aiming to win it. Forget about championships, we have the best ratio,” Mysore added. 

KKR have won the title twice in 2012 and 2014, but they have been consistent in last few editions. “It shows that we have been always consistent. Last year we were a few balls away from winning the final. Had we made the final, who knows... It happened in the previous years as well. I’m very happy with the consistency. Once you are consistent,” Mysore added.

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