jhulan goswami: CAB planning to name stand at Eden Gardens after Jhulan Goswami

The Cricket Association of Bengal (CAB) is planning to name a stand at the Eden Gardens after India’s legendary pacer Jhulan Goswami in recognition of his outstanding services to the game. The 39-year-old Jhulan, who hails from Chakdaha town in West Bengal’s Nadia district, ended her two-decade illustrious career with the third and final ODI against England at Lord’s on Saturday.

“We are planning to name a stand after Jhulan Goswami at the Eden Gardens. He is a special cricketer and deserves to be with the legends. We will approach the Army for necessary permissions. We will visit him on the annual Also planning a special honor day,” said CAB president Avishek Dalmiya.

“At CAB we give equal importance to women’s cricket and that’s why we see many talented cricketers. They are definitely inspired by Jhulan’s achievements. Though she has retired from international cricket, we see her in the women’s IPL,” she said. would love to play.”

The highest wicket-taker in women’s cricket, Jhulan, affectionately known as the ‘Chakdah Express’, bid adieu to international cricket with over 350 wickets, a feat never achieved by any bowler.

The state cricket body also organized a telecast of his last match at the City Theatre.

Originally published at Pen 18