Different games, different roles. But in cricket, it’s the captain — …

Mohor Chaudhuri

The grand launch of the non-fiction show Bigg Boss Bangla unfolded in style at Taj Bengal, Kolkata. Revsportz was present on the occasion and could very well feel the excitement and anticipation surrounding a show that promises to blend high-voltage drama with twists and turns. forestarrow.rest

More so, because this edition carries added intrigue with Sourav Ganguly taking over as the host. The evening was witness to a conversation between the press and the ‘Prince of Calcutta’, with several sporting analogies being drawn to describe the new show and its proceedings.

In the media interaction, Ganguly spoke candidly about the chaos that defines the Bigg Boss House, drawing parallels with the unpredictability of a cricket dressing room.

He emphasised how handling strong personalities, navigating conflicts, and handling a group through crisis moments are all part of leadership—something he is accustomed to right from his cricket leadership days.

In an interesting exchange, Revsportz posed a compelling question: “who is or who should truly be the ‘Bigg Boss’ of a dressing room, the captain or the coach?” Ganguly’s response was clear and insightful. “In cricket, it’s the captain. Always. In football, it’s the coach. Different games have different skill sets and requirements. So in cricket, it’s the captain”, he mentioned without any hesitation.

From ruling the 22 yards as one of India’s most iconic captains to commanding the screen as a host, Ganguly has transitioned into this role quite seamlessly. Having previously hosted television shows, he brings both experience and authority to the format.

Much like a captain assessing conditions, managing egos, and making decisive calls under pressure for the benefit of the larger group, Ganguly is set to bring his trademark leadership into the house of Bigg Boss; calm amid chaos, yet firm when it is needed.

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London [UK], August 8 (ANI): Former England all-rounder Andrew Flintoff has stepped down as head coach of the England Lions, ending his tenure with the national development side less than two years after taking charge.

Flintoff, 48, was appointed Lions head coach in September 2024 after returning to cricket following a serious accident while filming for the television programme Top Gear. He will now focus on his new role as head coach of Sydney Thunder in Australia’s Big Bash League, a position he took up in June, according to Cricinfo.

“Unfortunately I’ve made the decision to step away from my role with the Lions," Flintoff said in an ECB press release.

“Not only have I enjoyed my time having the opportunity to work with the best young cricketers in the country, but I have taken great pride in seeing them develop," he added.

He thanked people involved in England and Wales Cricket Board (ECB) operations and said, “I’d like to thank the coaches and staff for all their passion, tireless work and support they give every day. In particular, Ed Barney, who I’ve loved working with and was so lucky to have as a performance director, and obviously Rob [Key] for trusting me with one of the most Important roles in English cricket."

“I can’t wait to get started with the Thunder later in the year and see where coaching takes me," he added.

Flintoff had initially been expected to combine his Lions responsibilities with his Sydney Thunder commitments, with the ECB allowing him to miss two four-day matches in South Africa during the winter because of his BBL duties. He has now opted to leave the Lions role entirely.

ECB men’s performance director Ed Barney praised Flintoff’s contribution to the development programme during his tenure.

“Fred has helped to transform the Lions environment into a programme that has had a major impact on young players. By creating an environment that both supports and pushes excellence at all times, he has helped bring forward a new generation of young players," he said.

“Coaches have also flourished alongside him, whether early in their coaching journey or with decades of experience, and he has consistently maximised the expertise around the group. We wish him the best in the next stage of his coaching career and look forward to a time he returns to the English game," he added.

Flintoff’s departure comes shortly after England men’s managing director Rob Key publicly praised his contribution to the Lions programme, saying the ECB was “incredibly fortunate to have him".

Flintoff was due to coach a Professional County Club Select XI in a four-day tour match against Pakistan, beginning next Wednesday at Beckenham. With his departure from the Lions role, England Under-19 head coach Mike Yardy will now oversee the side for the fixture. (ANI)

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Ravichandran Ashwin opened up about the initial sting from Sanjay Manjrekar's critical comments, which fueled his desire to elevate his fitness and refine his bowling. Manjrekar later praised Ashwin in an article, acknowledging his remarkable performances. As a testament to his skill, Ashwin concluded his career as India's second-highest international wicket-taker with 765 wickets, solidifying his status as one of the country's finest all-rounders, still active in T20 leagues.

Golaghat (Assam) [India], August 7 (ANI): Indian boxer Lovlina Borgohain met the Assam flood-affected victims in Golaghat on Friday and expressed concern over the prevailing situation, describing the destruction as severe.

Notably, large parts of Assam’s Golaghat district remained inundated on Friday morning after the water levels of the Dhansiri and Doyang rivers continued to rise, forcing several families to leave their homes and take shelter in relief camps.

Borgohain, while speaking to ANI, said many people have lost their homes and are struggling without shelter, despite receiving food and clothing. She urged authorities to prioritise providing housing to help affected families recover.

“The conditions here are absolutely dire; we could see the devastation all along the way. Homes have been completely destroyed, there is nothing left, and the people are in a terrible state. Right now, they don’t even have a roof over their heads; they are forced to spend the night wherever they can find a spot. One wonders how or when things will get back to normal. It will take a long time for things to recover," she said.

“We just pray that the situation improves quickly and that these people find the strength to overcome this crisis. Shelter is the urgent need here. They are receiving plenty of food and clothing, but they have no homes to store these things in; that is the real problem. If the government could ensure they get housing as soon as possible, it would be a huge relief," she added.

At the Commonwealth Games 2026 in Glasgow, Borgohain secured her maiden CWG medal, settling for silver in the women’s 75kg boxing event, losing a closely fought final to Australia’s Emma-Sue Greentree.

At the final bell, both boxers raised their hands in confidence, believing they had done enough to claim the title. However, after a tense wait, the judges awarded the contest to Greentree by a 4-1 split decision, leaving Lovlina to add a Commonwealth Games silver medal to her distinguished international career, which so far includes an Olympic bronze, multiple World Championship medals including a gold, an Asian Games silver and multiple Asian Championships medals, including a gold. (ANI)

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Three Indian weightlifters accepted doping charges, resulting in bans and a reduced Commonwealth Games quota. N Ajith and Harcharan Singh received three-year bans for human growth hormone use. Vanshita Verma accepted a four-year suspension for two prohibited substances detected. Another lifter, Heena, also received a three-year ban for stanozolol detection. Sairaj Pardeshi is contesting his charges, alleging supplement tampering and conspiracy.