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CAB To Honor Richa Ghosh at Eden Gardens With Gold-Plated Bat and Ball Signed by Ganguly and Goswami

The tribute underscores Bengal cricket’s push to energize girls’ pathways by spotlighting a World Cup winner.

Overview

  • The Cricket Association of Bengal has scheduled a grand public felicitation for Saturday, November 8, at Kolkata’s Eden Gardens.
  • Officials say the honor recognizes Ghosh’s influence in India’s 2025 World Cup triumph, highlighted by 235 runs in eight innings at a tournament‑leading strike rate of 133.52.
  • Her tournament included 12 sixes, equalling the single‑event record, and a decisive 34 off 24 in the final against South Africa at DY Patil Stadium as India won by 52 runs.
  • CAB president Sourav Ganguly praised her talent and composure, calling the award a token of appreciation for her contribution to Indian cricket.
  • CAB frames the ceremony as part of a broader commitment to strengthen women’s cricket and youth development across Bengal.