Ahead of the upcoming season of the Indian Street Premier League (ISPL 2026), Tiigers of Kolkata has announced the appointment of former India captain Sourav Ganguly as co-owner, mentor and brand ambassador.
The franchise is owned by Aksha Kamboj, executive chairperson of Aspect Global Ventures, through Aspect Sports, the group’s sports division.
Tiigers of Kolkata also has Saif Ali Khan and Kareena Kapoor Khan as co-owners since the league’s inception.
The Indian Street Premier League Season 3 is scheduled to be played at the Lalabhai Contractor Stadium, Surat, from January 9 to February 6.
Tiigers go into Season 3 with key players already in place, retaining all-rounder Bhavesh Pawar, their highest signing Saif Ali at ₹23.65 lakh, and major contributors Saroj Pramanik and Rajat Mundhe. They are joined by a balanced squad of Hritik Patil, Shivam Kumar, Arish Khan, Krushna Gawali, Vivek Mohanan, Firdos Alam, Prabjot Singh, Kiran Pawar, Mahesh Nangude, Vivek Shelar, Pavan Kene, Karan More, along with under-19 talents Himanshu Patil and Ankit Yadav.
Sourav Ganguly said, “I’m excited to begin this new journey with Aspect Sports and Tiigers of Kolkata as a co-owner and mentor. Tennis-ball cricket has always been close to the roots of the game. That foundation is especially strong in the East and across Kolkata. My focus will be on helping these players shape their natural instincts into match-winning habits, while creating a clear pathway for growth. Development needs clarity, trust, and patience, and I’m glad to be part of a setup that values all three.”
Aksha Kamboj, Executive Chairperson, Aspect Global Ventures, and Co-Owner, Tiigers of Kolkata, said, “Our vision for Tiigers of Kolkata has always been to grow cricket across the country, with a strong focus on the East and its deep pool of raw talent. Having Sourav Ganguly join us as a co-owner is incredibly special. He is a living legend of Indian cricket and someone who understands grassroots development better than most. His belief in backing players early and building strong foundations aligns completely with our long-term vision, and his presence gives Tiigers both credibility and direction as we build for the future.”
Suraj Samat, League Commissioner, Indian Street Premier League, said, “Sourav Ganguly’s association with the Tiigers of Kolkata franchise at the Indian Street Premier League adds immense value to the ecosystem we are building. His journey as a player, captain, and leader has always been about strengthening structures and trusting talent at the grassroots. As ISPL continues to grow as a platform for street and tennis-ball cricketers, his involvement with the team elevates both the league’s credibility and its long-term vision.”
