Sourav Ganguly Highlights Competitive Nature of IPL 2026 Amid West Bengal Elections
Ganguly Discusses IPL Favorites
On Wednesday, former Indian cricket captain Sourav Ganguly expressed that identifying a clear favorite in the current Indian Premier League (IPL) season is challenging, given the strong performances from multiple teams, making the tournament highly competitive.
Voting in West Bengal Assembly Elections
Ganguly, accompanied by his wife Dona, participated in the second phase of the West Bengal Assembly elections, casting their votes at a polling station in South 24 Parganas. This event took place under strict security measures, with significant voter turnout observed across various constituencies.
Voters have been seen lining up outside polling booths since early morning, as authorities have deployed security personnel to maintain order during the voting process. Election officials are actively monitoring the turnout and overall polling conditions. The counting of votes is scheduled for May 4.
Insights on IPL 2026
After voting, Ganguly shared his thoughts on the ongoing IPL 2026 season, noting its competitive landscape. He remarked, "The IPL is in progress, and many teams are performing well. It's tough to pick a favorite, but the Punjab Kings, Rajasthan Royals, and Royal Challengers Bengaluru are all showing strong potential. There's still half of the tournament left to play."
Current IPL Standings
The latest standings in the IPL 2026 season reveal a closely contested race. The Punjab Kings currently lead the table with 13 points from 8 matches, despite a recent defeat to the Rajasthan Royals. The Royal Challengers Bengaluru follow closely in second place with 12 points from 8 games and an impressive Net Run Rate of 1.919. The Rajasthan Royals hold third place with 12 points from 9 matches, while the Sunrisers Hyderabad are in fourth with 10 points. The Gujarat Titans are fifth with 8 points from 8 matches, maintaining a balanced win-loss record. The Chennai Super Kings and Delhi Capitals are in sixth and seventh places, respectively, both with 6 points. The Kolkata Knight Riders and Mumbai Indians are struggling in the lower half of the table, ranked eighth and ninth, while the Lucknow Super Giants sit at the bottom.