Ganguly should not have sneaked into IPL

Ganguly wasn't bought at the auction, and for him to sneak into the IPL at this stage, which is halfway through, isn't great timing. Once he went unsold at the auction, he was resigned to the fact that his career was over. Now, he has to start all over again, join a struggling team midway, and immediately start to pull his weight because he carries a lot of expectations. One could argue that he is merely rising to the desperate need of a new, beleaguered team, but somehow, these aren't the right signals coming from someone who has done so much for Indian cricket. The Warriors are desperate for results, but it's tough for someone who has not played competitive cricket for so long to come in and step up straightaway. The judgement of the Warriors and Ganguly can't be questioned, but in every sense, I doubt if this is a great move by someone who bid adieu with grace and dignity.