Even as the England team is not willing to leave Abu Dhabi just yet and Malcolm Speed warns cricket may not come to Mumbai any time soon, a weary nation, also cricket hungry, decided to turn to a God for respite.
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Like the England team questions were raised over whether Diego Maradona would actually come down to Kolkata as scheduled. But there was no security recee done for Maradona done. As the ECB awaits the Reg Dickason and Hugh Morris verdict, the nation rejoiced to see at least one sporting hero descend at a time when India has been at its lowest ebb.
Dada's land were not about Sourav Ganguly, at least for the day. It belonged entirely to the Argentinian footballing legend who was received by an overwhelming city of people. It was strange sight indeed but should not have been given that West Bengal has perhaps more football fanatics than cricket aficionados.
Just puts in perspective, Ganguly's contribution in the midst of a football crazy state!
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