KOLKATA: Come February, the Prince of Calcutta will have a new 'title'. When the Assam University confers an honorary D Litt on him, the former India captain will be referred to as Dr Sourav Ganguly. That's not all, for there are a lot of things in the pipeline for the now 'retired' Sourav, which may also see him turn out for a new franchise in IPL 4. Sourav spoke to TOI on Thursday, in between facing the camera for a documentary being made on him on what lies in store for him in the New Year - in IPL and his life beyond it.
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It's been two years since you retired from international cricket, but you still seem to be in fast-forward mode...
Phew! I never thought that I would be working so hard two years after my retirement. Having said that, I am enjoying every moment. For someone who has mostly attended team meetings, it is quite a challenge managing my business interests, interacting with lawyers, architects, interior designers and administrators. It's a different world, but an interesting one.
After quite an eventful 2010, how are you looking forward to the new year?
Lots of things in the pipeline. My school is coming up. It's my dream project and I am heavily involved with it. I have television shows lined up which means long shooting schedules. There is a proposal to do a few talk shows on leadership skills. There are a few promotional activities too.
At this stage of your life, what does IPL mean to you?
If I am excited about playing in the IPL, it is not because it is high on money and glamour quotient. It is also not about trying to prove anything. It is simply because I still enjoy playing cricket which has been an integral part of my life.
Are you a touch nervous about the upcoming IPL auction in January?
I am looking forward to it. I have enjoyed my stint with KKR, but now that I am on the auction list, I am open to playing for any franchise. But it will be definitely interesting to see how the teams stack up in Season IV.
Captancy Longer Deal For Me :Ganguly
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